International Law Firms

The international tier covers firms with large London offices and substantial global networks across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. These firms typically recruit 40 to 120 trainees per year in London, with NQ salaries in the £100,000 to £135,000 range. Some are UK-headquartered with global expansion (Hogan Lovells, CMS, DLA Piper, Pinsent Masons, Norton Rose Fulbright); others are international firms with strong London practices (Taylor Wessing, Simmons & Simmons, Reed Smith). Mishcon de Reya sits in this tier on Folio, reflecting its mix of private client, disputes, and international corporate work. Training contract structures vary: some offer four six-month seats, others split into shorter rotations or allow international secondments. If you are open to work that crosses jurisdictions, or you want a larger intake with more room to explore practice areas before qualifying, this tier is worth targeting.

9 firms on Folio