Becoming a commercial lawyer
'Every Linklaters lawyer is different. They have diverse
backgrounds, qualifications and ambitions. This rich variety in our
people means our business is uniquely equipped to adapt to client
and world changes faster, to keep one step ahead on the most
challenging, complex global assignments and to push the boundaries
of commercial law.
We want to be recognised as the best in everything we do, but
nobody can be the best at anything without learning how. Our
ability to tackle the most complex business challenges on the
international stage depends fundamentally on the best possible
training and development for our people. Our entrepreneurial
approach to commercial law is supported by an equally innovative
approach to education. We helped launch the first LPC to be
tailored specifically to the work of large City law firms and we
continue to re-invent and refine the delivery of legal training.
Train with us and you will benefit directly from our substantial
and continuing investment in educational innovation, including the
Linklaters Law & Business School.
'While the detail may change, the principles that underpin our
approach to become the world's premium global law firm stay the
same. We take on people of very high potential and expose them to a
rich blend of practical experience, informal coaching, specialist
instruction and close support. We give people all the
responsibility and challenge they can handle as soon as they are
ready; we also give them a real say over the content and sequence
of their professional education. Training with Linklaters is a
demonstrably superior introduction to the legal profession, but you
should also see this as the start of a continuous learning process
that extends throughout your career.'
Simon Firth
Trainee Solicitor Partner
Linklaters is leading a revolution in the professional education
of business lawyers. Trainee Solicitor Partner Simon Firth explains
some of the more recent innovations here.
Alternatively, you can gain an insight into the Linklaters tailored
LPC from recent students. Please read the profile of Liam Robinson to find out more.