What distinguishes one big commercial law firm from another?
This is a common question among training contract applicants. Here's a hint – it's not international clients or full-service capabilities.
By Mathew Keller
30 December 2016
Volunteering days at Burges Salmon
Being part of a firm that actively encourages employees to get involved in such a wide range of volunteering opportunities is something to be proud of.
By Hannah Craig
29 July 2016
Five ways to nail a vacation scheme
In this blog post we present five tips to help you nail your vacation scheme
24 January 2022
Experiencing international work as a trainee solicitor
Throughout my training contract I have had significant exposure to different types of international clients as well as working with lawyers from overseas firms.
By Simon Mercouris
06 March 2017
Reflecting on Burges Salmon community engagement activities
In this post, I reflect on my initial thoughts approaching community engagement activities and the outcomes of my time involved in community projects.
21 December 2018
Career spotlight: business development
From law graduate in the city to business development at Burges Salmon in Bristol, find out more about Alex Harkness’ career journey in our latest blog
10 November 2020
What role is the UK financial services industry playing in the fight against climate change?
An insight into how the UK financial services industry is helping to combat climate change
17 September 2021
Worried it's all work and no play as a Burges Salmon trainee - fear not!
In this blog, trainee Natalie Mackenzie-Spooner provides an insight into some of the virtual social events she has attended during the first year of her Training Contract
06 August 2021
Getting involved with Burges Salmons Networks
In this blog post, trainee Beatrice Petrescu shares her experience getting involved with Burges Salmon's Networks
26 May 2022
Starting a New Training Contract Seat - Challenges and Opportunities
In this blog post, trainee James Leeman shares his thoughts on the challenges and opportunities of starting a new training contract seat
07 June 2022
Getting involved in "Burges Salmon Does the Masked Singer"
In this blog post, trainee Helena Sewell shares her experience getting involved in the Masked Singer for Burges Salmon's Christmas Charity Fundraiser
13 May 2022
Career spotlight: banking solicitor
From undertaking a law degree at Glasgow University to becoming a banking solicitor at Burges Salmon in Edinburgh, find out more about Stephanie Lynch’s career journey in our latest blog
18 February 2022