Application form – hints and tips
Each application form that is submitted to Burges Salmon is reviewed cover to cover. Jenna Hazel, one of our resourcing specialists has provided some hints and tips which you might find useful.
04 March 2019
A day in the life of a Dispute Resolution trainee
Follow me through my day in one of the most dynamic departments in the firm.
By Daniel Whittle
14 July 2017
Four books to read before starting your Training Contract
In this blog post, trainee James Flint shares his thoughts on the best books to read before starting your training contract
26 May 2022
A day in the life of a split department trainee
Thomas Papke’s trainee day in the life shows the variety and quality of work split between Corporate Finance and Incentives.
08 August 2022
Extra-curricular activities in a law firm
Do not forget to add these skills to your training contract and vacation scheme application forms. You never know when they might be useful.
By Robert Jeffrey
05 March 2018
Tips for Networking in a Post Covid-19 World
In this blog post, trainee Jordan Russell shares some networking tips, as the world reverts back to in person events
26 August 2022
Why I qualified as a pensions lawyer
I never thought about pensions as a potential seat choice, let alone a qualification option. However, I have recently qualified as a pensions lawyer. Here's why...
By Samantha Howell
28 October 2016
A seat in the construction department
Sitting in the construction team has been a great experience. Here's why I'd recommend this seat to anyone...
By Emma Forbes-Stocken
13 January 2017
Advisory work: pensions and private client
If you want a career that will give you genuine intellectual stimulation every day then advisory work may be for you.
By Hugo Holmes
14 October 2016
Don't believe the rumours – life in the disputes team
Following my four-month stint in the disputes seat, it's time to dispel some of the infamous trainee myths.
By Emily Geens
02 December 2016
A seat in family law
A seat in the family law team offers a high level of responsibility, plenty of client contact and the opportunity to develop a broad range of skills.
By Charlotte Holgate
10 February 2017
How my part time jobs helped me get my training contract
Ben writes about how his transferable skills helped him secure a Trainee position
24 December 2021