Bircham Dyson Bell LLP

The firm

Bircham Dyson Bell is a leading London law firm. Our approach and track record has enabled the firm to attract and retain some of the most talented people in the profession. This is achieved through the breadth and variety of work that we do, with all departments acting on some of the most high profile cases in their field.

As part of our commitment to providing a high level of service we have been accredited with the Law Society’s Lexcel quality mark and are one of the first law firms to be awarded ISO 14001, the internationally recognised standard for Environmental Management Systems. We are a leading member of Lexwork International, a network of 34 mid-sized independent law firms with over 1,700 lawyers in major cities across North America and Europe. We also have relationships with law firms in other parts of the world.

We're always looking out for new opportunities to take our success in dynamic new directions. Our approach is personal and partner-led. We aim to provide clear, practical advice, backed up by our in-depth knowledge of and insight into the legal and commercial environment of our clients.

Types of work

A career at Bircham Dyson Bell is full of opportunity. Not only are we recognised as a growing law firm in London, we are also leaders in our field across our major practice departments:

• Commercial
• Corporate
• Employment
• Charities
• Real estate
• Government and Infrastructure
• Private wealth
• Litigation and dispute resolution

Training programme

The firm’s training is designed to produce its future partners. To achieve this we aim to provide a balance of both formal and practical training and will give early responsibility to those who show promise. The two-year training contract consists of four six-month seats during which you will work alongside partners and other senior lawyers, some of whom are leaders in their field. As the firm practices in a wide variety of legal disciplines, trainees benefit from a diverse experience. Trainees undergo specific technical training in each seat in addition to the mandatory Professional Skills Course (PSC). Great emphasis is also placed on soft skills training and development so when you qualify you have the breadth of skills required to be an excellent solicitor.

Who should apply

Applications are welcome from both law and non-law students who can demonstrate a consistently high academic record. The firm is looking for forward thinkers with a practical outlook and lots of initiative to join our friendly, hard-working environment. If you’re focused, positive and a confident leader, get in contact with us. Many of Bircham Dyson Bell’s current trainees have diverse interests outside law.

Follow this link to hear what our current trainees have to say: http://www.bdb-law.co.uk/graduates/podcasts/