Weil Gotshal & Manges Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about Weil.

What are Weil's main areas of work?

Weil provides clients with legal expertise at the highest level across its key practices of Private Equity and M&A, Funds, Finance, Structured Finance, Restructuring and Disputes & Investigations, and has been involved in some of the most significant, high-profile and prestigious mandates across all its legal specialisms. The majority of the firm’s work involves multidisciplinary teams across the specialist fields of Competition, Corporate Governance and Compliance, Employment, Intellectual Property, Management Incentives, Pensions, Real Estate, Tax and Technology, leveraging the expertise of its full service capabilities for its clients.

Are there any overseas opportunities?

There are opportunities for an overseas seat in New York and Washington D.C.

Will I receive a maintenance allowance during my studies?

PGDL and SQE 1 & 2 fees are covered by Weil and future trainees will receive a maintenance grant of £20,000 a year whilst studying.

What kind of benefits does the Firm offer?

In addition to core benefits such as a pension, private medical insurance and a £500 wellbeing allowance, Weil offers a flexible benefits package which you can tailor to your individual needs. Opportunities include an interest free season ticket loan, Ride2Work cycle scheme, tastecard, dental insurance, health cash plan and critical illness cover.

Are there any other opportunities to engage with Weil?

https://ukrecruiting.weil.com/meet-us Insight days

Attending an insight day is a great way to meet our people and get a better understanding of who we are, what we do and our culture as a firm.

During the day you will hear from partners, counsel, associates and trainees about life at Weil, as well as receive a deeper insight into our core practice areas. You will take part in a case study exercise, and learn first-hand from Weil’s Early Careers team about their application and assessment process. As well as this, you’ll also get the chance to network with current trainees and ask any questions about the firm.

Virtual experience programme

Our virtual experience programme will allow you to gain hands-on experience of the type of tasks a trainee would get involved in while working in our Private Equity, Finance and Restructuring teams. The programme will give you a series of scenarios that throw you into the tasks a trainee will typically take on at Weil. They’re designed to immerse you in some of our practice areas and develop your commercial awareness; something we look for in all successful candidates. The programme is self-paced and open to everyone

Virtual & in person events

At our virtual and in person events or at one of our insight days, you’ll have the chance to meet our people, build your network, learn about our culture and ask any questions you have about the application process. Want to get involved? Visit https://ukrecruiting.weil.com/meet-us to see the list of upcoming events a nd how to apply.

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