Trainee Solicitor

Essential criteria

• · Law degree: 2:1 or higher.
• · Character and suitability: Applicants must meet the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) character and suitability requirements, which involve checks for integrity and honesty.

Core competencies

• · Intellectual and analytical ability: The capacity to understand complex legal concepts and apply critical thinking to analyse information, identify risks, and make sound judgments.
• · Legal research skills: The ability to use both digital and traditional resources to find relevant law, interpret it, and clearly communicate the findings.
• · Attention to detail: Meticulous accuracy is essential for drafting legal documents, which can have significant consequences if incorrect.
• · Communication: Strong verbal and written skills are crucial for dealing with clients, colleagues, and other professionals. This includes drafting legal documents, emails, and notes clearly.
• · Commercial awareness: A demonstrated understanding of the business environment, market trends, and how these factors affect clients and the firm.
• · Organizational skills: Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines effectively under pressure.
• · Teamwork and interpersonal skills: A willingness to collaborate with others and build professional relationships with colleagues and clients at all levels.
• · Initiative and resilience: The drive to act proactively, find solutions to unforeseen issues, and maintain performance during demanding periods.
• · Integrity and professionalism: A commitment to the highest ethical standards, honesty, and client confidentiality.
• · Technical skills: Strong IT skills, particularly with common software packages, are necessary for legal work.

Desirable criteria

• · Evidence of relevant work experience:
• · Involvement in extracurricular activities:
• · Commitment to a career in Family and/or Criminal defence.

Application Process

Submit CV and letter addressing the criteria and competencies to suechristopher@dpp-law.com.

Closing date for applications is 14th November 2025.