Goodwin FAQs

Here you will find answers to all the burning questions you have about Goodwin!

If you have any further questions, please get in touch with the Early Careers team at EarlyCareersLon@goodwinlaw.com

Who is eligible to apply?

To be eligible to apply for Goodwin’s Vacation Scheme or Trainee Solicitor Programme, you will need to be in the penultimate year of your law degree, final year of your non-law degree, or have already graduated. Goodwin understands that your career path is personal to you and not everyone’s route into law is the same. That is why Goodwin welcomes applications from all degree disciplines, from all universities – internationally. Goodwin focuses on your attributes and motivations, and look for individuals who are entrepreneurial, aspirational, and driven.

Are there any open day opportunities?

Yes! Goodwin will be running two In-Person and two Virtual Open Afternoons, and would love to see you there. Sign up via the links below!

In-Person Open Afternoon - 7 November 2024

In-Person Open Afternoon - 20 November 2024

Virtual Open Afternoon - 13 November 2024

Virtual Open Afternoon - 27 November 2024

What kind of benefits does Goodwin offer?

Goodwin employees receive 27 days of holiday, a gym subsidy, private medical insurance, a virtual GP and an employment assistance programme. This list is non-exhaustive and more information can be found here.

How many offices does Goodwin have?

The firm has 16 offices, spanning three continents.

Will there be any pro bono opportunities?

Yes! Goodwin is highly involved in pro bono work, averaging 75,000 pro bono hours each year. Recent initiatives include helping a ten-year-old girl escape gang violence in El Salvador, and partnering with Save The Children Hong Kong.

What is Goodwin’s approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are core values at Goodwin, who have committed to the mission of becoming ‘the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive firm in the industry.’

Goodwin currently have four firm affinity groups who collaborate to advance diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, grow community, and support colleagues. More information can be found here and on the ‘Diversity’ tab.

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