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Learning how to talk to clients and how they like to work takes time. However, it’s an essential skill to develop when working as a trainee in Corporate Finance.

When I joined Baker McKenzie, my first seat was in Real Estate. I started working with a team of experts on financing several high-end hotels in locations such as Paris, Berlin and Milan.

I first fully experienced Baker McKenzie’s international expertise when I attended the Summer Vacation Scheme. I enjoyed working in a diverse environment that helped complex clients achieve their goals around the world.

Each summer we survey leading law firms about their trainee solicitor starting salaries. See our 2024 results below... just make sure you think about the whole package (size of firm, type of clients, areas of practice, quality of training) before applying.

Do law firms really pay for the SQE and the other routes to qualify as a solicitor? Yes, many do. We list the top firms offering sponsorship for your postgraduate law studies from 2024 onwards and also point to other sources of funding, including scholarships and loans.