Ashurst Legal Apprenticeship
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WHAT IS THE LEGAL APPRENTICESHIP? Structured program for school leavers which leads to qualification as a solicitor Incorporates Paralegal and Solicitor Apprenticeships Study part-time towards qualifying law degree (LLB) at The University of Law, followed by Solicitor’s Qualifying Exams (SQE, soon to replace current Legal Practice Course (LPC)) Gain the same level of qualification as trainee solicitors who completed a full-time degree No specific subjects required A level grade requirements- AAB
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Communication and confidentiality Drafting legal documents Managing legal files/documents Planning and managing your workload Legal research Processing client instructions Costs and billing Team work Maintaining and developing knowledge and skills Client meetings/conference calls
WHY CHOOSE THE LEGAL APPRENTICESHIP? Avoid large student debt - earn as you learn All training costs paid for by Ashurst and the government Avoid the uncertainty around securing a training contract Gain practical experience sooner Superior knowledge and skills International work/ secondments Mentoring and coaching from legal experts
APPLICATION PROCESS Online application form (GCSE & A Level grades, work experience, volunteering, cover letter up to 750 words) Telephone Interview Cognitive ability assessments – gamified Assessment centre (group exercise, written exercise & interview) (Applications for September 2019 intake will close on 10 March 2019 – early applications advised.)
CONTACTS Website: www.ashurst.com/careers Email: nicola.stafford@ashurst.com (HR- early careers adviser) emily.burdett@ashurst.com (Legal Apprentice)