Role description
We welcome applications from both law and non-law students who are seeking to commence their training in August 2028.
We seek candidates who have an impressive academic record with, ideally, 128 UCAS points and a predicted or achieved 2:1 degree (or the relevant academic equivalent).
We offer up to eight Periods of Qualifying Work Experience each year and try to retain the majority of new qualifiers (although this is not guaranteed) at the end of their Period of Qualifying Work Experience. As competition is intense, those sections of our application form that focus on your drive, initiative, and achievements are of particular importance.
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an assessment centre at our offices. During that day you will also have the opportunity to meet with existing trainees. Following this, you may be invited back for a final stage interview.
Our online application process will be open from 1 November 2025 and closes on 31 July 2026.
About us
K&L Gates is one of the largest law firms in the world with more than 40 offices located in key capital cities and world commercial and financial centres across five continents.
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Role description
We welcome applications from both law and non-law students who are seeking to commence their training in August 2028.
We seek candidates who have an impressive academic record with, ideally, 128 UCAS points and a predicted or achieved 2:1 degree (or the relevant academic equivalent).
We offer up to eight Periods of Qualifying Work Experience each year and try to retain the majority of new qualifiers (although this is not guaranteed) at the end of their Period of Qualifying Work Experience. As competition is intense, those sections of our application form that focus on your drive, initiative, and achievements are of particular importance.
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an assessment centre at our offices. During that day you will also have the opportunity to meet with existing trainees. Following this, you may be invited back for a final stage interview.
Our online application process will be open from 1 November 2025 and closes on 31 July 2026.
About us
K&L Gates is one of the largest law firms in the world with more than 40 offices located in key capital cities and world commercial and financial centres across five continents.
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