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Junior Trainee – Litigation & Dispute Resolution

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Legal
  • Milan

AI generated summary

  • You should be a recent graduate or Master's student with strong academics, interest in Litigation, and relevant experience. Possess self-starter qualities, teamwork, communication, and analytical skills.
  • You will collaborate on IP, GDPR, and compliance issues, handle diverse tasks, work with clients and lawyers, and develop transactional, organizational, and technical skills.

Requirements

  • You are ideally a recent graduate or graduate and enrolled on a Master's course, with an excellent academic background and an excellent knowledge of the English language.
  • You are interested in starting your career in Litigation and Dispute Resolution and, for this reason, you have excavated the subject during your studies thanks to in-depth study, internship / campus / summer school experience etc.
  • You will be a self-starter but also a team player with strong communication, analytical and drafting skills, able to lead deals while managing different work-streams.

Responsibilities

  • You will collaborate with the Team that advises on different products and transactions such as: intellectual property, GDPR, Risk Management and Compliance, Civil litigation, Insolvency and Arbitration.
  • You will be given the chance to handle a variety of work and be involved in working closely with clients and other lawyers.
  • This means that you will develop outstanding transactional and organisational skills as well as developing superb technical abilities.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Junior Trainee position?

You should ideally be a recent graduate or currently enrolled in a Master's program, with an excellent academic background and a strong knowledge of the English language.

What areas of law will I be working on as a Junior Trainee?

As a Junior Trainee, you will collaborate with the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team, focusing on areas such as intellectual property, GDPR, risk management and compliance, civil litigation, insolvency, and arbitration.

Is prior experience required for this position?

While prior experience is not strictly required, candidates should have a genuine interest in Litigation and Dispute Resolution, supported by in-depth study, internships, or relevant experiences during their education.

What skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills for this role include strong communication, analytical and drafting abilities, and the capability to manage different work streams effectively while working both independently and as part of a team.

Will I have opportunities for career progression within the firm?

Yes, this role presents an excellent opportunity for career progression within the firm.

What should I submit with my application?

You should submit a CV along with a transcript of records with your application.

Where are the offices located?

Our offices are located in Rome and Milan, Italy.

Does the company promote diversity and inclusion?

Yes, the firm is committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally, regardless of various factors including gender, race, or disability, and strives to create an inclusive work environment.

How large is the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team?

The Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team comprises nearly 25 lawyers.

What type of working environment can I expect?

You can expect a friendly, approachable, and team-based working environment.

We are one of the world's pre-eminent law firms, with significant depth and range of resources across five continents.

Law
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1987
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are one of the world's largest law firms with significant depth and range of resources across five continents. As a single, fully integrated, global partnership, we pride ourselves on our approachable, collegiate and team based way of working. We always strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, which include corporates from all the commercial and industrial sectors, governments, regulators, trade bodies and not for profit organisations. We provide them with the highest quality advice and legal insight, which combines the Firm's global standards with in-depth local expertise. Many of the world's leading organisations look to Clifford Chance not just for legal expertise but for advice on business critical issues.