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Tell us a bit about your background: what was your university background, when did you join the firm? I studied modern history at London University and was a Clifford Chance summer intern in 1991. I c

What is your role, when did you join the firm?  My name is Thomas So and I am currently a second-seat trainee, having completed my first rotation in the structured and asset backed real estate te

Tell us about your background, when you are starting your Training Contract?  My name is Alfie and I am a current trainee within the Tax practice area in Clifford Chance's London office. I studie

Why Clifford Chance? Clifford Chance is a top tier law firm, working across a huge number of jurisdictions and practice areas. I pursued a career in law due to my broader interest in business, and I k

Why Clifford Chance? I wanted to train at a market-leading firm that gave me the chance to be the best lawyer I can be, while still having a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. After completing a vacatio

Why Clifford Chance? As someone who has always wanted teamwork, stimulating work, and a global outlook to be part of their future career, Clifford Chance seemed to be the natural choice. Having now wo

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Could you be a trainee at Clifford Chance? Yes. If you are ambitious, resilient and innovative, you’ll find your place at Clifford Chance no matter what your background or work history.

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Litigation cases are long-running, so trainees can work on the same cases for the entirety of their seat and really get into the nuts and bolts of the dispute.

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Fact: recruitment for aspiring solicitors begins earlier than other professions so it pays to be organised about legal work experience from the start of your degree.