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How many trainees do you recruit each year?
We are looking to hire up to 10 trainees.
When do trainees start their Training Contracts?
All our trainees will start in a October intake. We are currently recruiting for trainees to start in 2027 and 2028.
What is the Paul, Weiss Vacation Scheme Promise?
At Paul, Weiss, we want to ensure that everyone is financially able to take part in our vacation schemes. This is why we are making this promise to all vacation scheme students. We will offer the following to everyone who we offer a place to on one of our vacation schemes:
- Accommodation paid for and arranged by Paul, Weiss
- Travel to and from the vacation scheme paid*
- Free breakfast and lunch provided (Monday-Friday)
- £250 professional attire grant
- £1,500 salary (with 50% paid upfront)
- Personal Mentorship – provided prior to vacation scheme
*not including international flights
When are your vacation schemes?
Winter Vacation Scheme
24 November – 5 December 2025
Deadline: 28 September 2025
Spring Vacation Scheme
16 – 27 March 2026
Deadline: 21 December 2025
Summer Vacation Scheme
29 June – 10 July 2026
Deadline: 21 December 2025
What are your academic requirements?
We ask all candidates to achieve a 2.1 in their undergraduate degrees. We do not have a minimum A-Level requirement.
Do you accept applications from international students?
Yes, absolutely. The only requirement is that you will need to be in London for the vacation scheme.
Do you get paid for taking part in a vacation scheme.
Yes, you will be paid £1,500 (gross) for a two-week vacation scheme.
Do you run any open days?
Yes, we have a number of open days running throughout the year. You can find out further details here.
Do you provide financial support during law school?
Yes, we will provide you with a grant of £20,000 while studying the SQE and the PGDip.
Do you run direct training contract applications?
No, we will recruit all our trainees via our vacation schemes.
Do you recruit on a rolling basis?
No, we review applications after the deadline.
When is the vacation scheme deadline?
The Winter vacation scheme deadline is 28 September 2025.
The Spring and Summer vacation scheme is 21 December 2025.
How do I apply for a training contract?
We recruit all our trainees via our vacation schemes. You should apply for a vacation scheme and we will assess you for training contract during the vacation scheme.
If I am unsuccessful in my training contract application, can I re-apply?
Yes, we welcome you to apply again but you will need to wait for the next application cycle.
Can I apply if I have international qualifications?
Yes, this is not uncommon. We are happy to receive applications from people all over the world who have ambitions to practise law in London.
Will I be at a disadvantage if I am a non-law student?
Not at all. We welcome applications from people who have studied all disciplines.
I did not go to a Russell Group University. Will you still consider my application?
Yes. Universities will not feature as part of our entry requirements.