At Paul, Weiss, you will handle the biggest, most important and complex matters for the largest public companies and private equity firms in the world. We're widely recognized for our market-leading practices in private equity, public company M&A, litigation, white collar and regulatory defence, and restructuring. Our London office is differentiated in the market, featuring Europe's foremost private equity talent. We provide comprehensive cross-border capabilities in M&A, financing, capital markets, tax, competition, investment funds, restructuring, and IP and technology transactions.
We provide authentic and practical training, supporting our lawyers throughout every stage of their careers. You will benefit from a robust curriculum of substantive legal training, professional skills workshops, individual coaching and numerous other educational resources throughout your career. Our teams are leanly staffed, offering trainees and associates ample opportunities for hands-on experience and mentorship in real time. At Paul, Weiss, partners are committed to training, mentoring and empowering the next generation of legal talent.
When you join Paul, Weiss, you will be part of an inclusion-first culture built on mutual respect that values different backgrounds and unique viewpoints and skills. We have been committed to diversity, equity and inclusion since our firm’s founding—a dedication that has shaped the intellectual and cultural character of our firm over many decades.
We are looking for self-starters with an entrepreneurial mindset who want to join a renowned, differentiated firm in the London market. For the 2025 - 2026 recruiting season, we are excited to introduce our trailblazing Training Contracts and Vacation Schemes.
Every trainee’s path is unique, but at Paul, Weiss, you can be sure you'll contribute to some of the most significant and exciting transactions on the global stage, working alongside the brightest legal minds in the field. Upon completing your training contract, you will emerge with unparalleled technical expertise, industry-recognized qualifications and the hands-on experience needed to excel as an exceptional lawyer.
We are committed to ensuring that all students have the opportunity to fully participate in our vacation schemes, regardless of financial circumstances. That is why we have created the “Vacation Scheme Promise”—a pledge to support your journey with us. Visit our Vacation Scheme page to find out more and to apply.
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to experience life at Paul, Weiss through our Open Days. These events offer aspiring lawyers a firsthand look into the dynamic, high-stakes world of one of the world’s premier law firms. We invite driven, ambitious individuals to explore the complexities of legal practice and discover the meaningful, transformative work we do on behalf of our clients.