Trainee Solicitor

Nicholas Le Riche

Training Principal

As the firm’s Training Principal, I’d like to say a few words about why I think you should read on and find out more about the training opportunities we have to offer.

Here at BDB Pitmans we don’t look for one particular type of trainee. We believe individual differences bring great strengths to our firm. There are, however, some traits our trainees all have in common. They are confident, enthusiastic, commercially-minded, can search for (and find) innovative solutions to problems, and demonstrate a real passion for learning. They are also people that we and our clients enjoy working with.

Successful applicants typically have a strong and consistent record of academic achievement – including a 2.1 or better at degree level, if completed – but we are also interested to hear from candidates with wider experience or something extra to offer.

But why should you choose BDB Pitmans? We offer all our trainees a truly supportive and friendly environment to train in. You are not only supported by your trainee supervisor and me, but also from the people you work with closely, including our Partners.

We recognise that our trainees are the future of the firm. They are respected and valued members of the team who make a real contribution to the work we do for our clients. Trainees are given a high level of responsibility and will enjoy frequent client contact from the outset. Speaking of clients, should you train with us you will also have the opportunity to learn about, and gain experience of, the wide range of interesting and high profile work that we do, with training seats available across a broad range of practice areas.

On completion of their training we know that our trainees are fully equipped to become great solicitors. Not only are our trainees given the technical and legal skills required to be a solicitor, they will also have had the opportunity to develop skills in other important areas solicitors need, such as time management, organisation, team work, communication and building client relationships.

We also recognise that the journey doesn’t stop when you become a solicitor, so for those trainees who qualify with us, and we hope they all do, the firm continues to provide training and support as you progress through your career.

Finally, for those seeking a training contract, there is an abundance of information out there about the legal market and the different opportunities available. It’s important to consider the type of environment you feel will help you thrive and the nature of the work that will inspire you. Our future trainees can be assured of a supportive and inclusive environment where they will be given the chance to work on important and complex legal matters. If that sounds like the type of training you are seeking, please read on and learn more about life at BDB Pitmans!