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Family law: Life, litigation and real-world client work
What is it really like to practise family law? In this session, the BPP team will interview a panel of practising family lawyers to explore the realities of working in this challenging and deeply human area of practice. The discussion will cover the nature of the work, the skills required to succeed and the personal qualities that are particularly important when advising clients through significant life events. Students will gain a clearer understanding of the day-to-day experience of family lawyers and the routes into this rewarding specialism.
- Thu, 05 Mar
- 13:30-14:00 GMT
- Digital Campus
Apply now!Trowers & Hamlins FAQs
Hear the answers to your frequently asked questions, from the firm itself!
What do you look for in a trainee?
All kinds of individuals build careers, connections, and flourish at Trowers & Hamlins, but there are a few things that they all have in common. We're looking for people who can excel within our core values:
We collaborate. We savour success. We are driven by innovation. We're not afraid to be human
We also look for people that have the following strengths:
- A growth mindset – strong candidates are open to learning and feedback, always striving to develop
- Adaptability – being able to adapt to new circumstances and environments
- Analytical mindset – being able to analyse and interpret problems with sound judgement
- Collaboration skills – being able to build relationships with colleagues and achieve results through teamwork
- Commercial awareness – an awareness of the business world in which the firm operates and how this may impact us and our clients
- Communication skills – being able to explain complex issues, whether written or verbal, to others in a clear and easy to understand manner
- Innovation – curiosity about the market and the future of the industry
- Judgement – developing informed opinions after careful consideration and utilising available resources
- Personal responsibility – a willingness to take ownership of tasks
- Resilience – having a determined and positive attitude in overcoming obstacles and change (all other questions remain unchanged)
Am I eligible to apply?
You are eligible to apply for our schemes if you are a:
- Penultimate or final year law student
- Final year non-law student
- Graduate or career changer
I'm a non-law student; do I still need to complete the equivalent of the GDL?
Yes, currently the firm will still require non-law students to complete an equivalent of the GDL before starting the SQE preparation programme.
Are there any secondment opportunities?
Yes, international secondments are open to trainees from all offices and include opportunities in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai and Oman. Client secondments are less common and are on a case by case basis as the business requires.
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