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🔍 Elevate Your Legal Career with Innovative Development Programs! 🔍 In recent news, Dechert has been highly praised by Partnerless for its forward-thinking associate development program. While competitive salaries at leading US firms often steal the spotlight, it's crucial for ambitious lawyers to focus on areas like career development. 🌟 Traditionally, US firms were infamous for their 'sink or swim' approach. However, we're witnessing a shift. Firms like Dechert are spearheading this change by introducing unique programs designed to help associates reach their full potential. From structured training sessions to collaborations with leading global institutions, these initiatives are reshaping the landscape for young lawyers. 🌐 Everyone's learning style is unique, and finding the right environment that suits you best is the key to unlocking your full potential. If you're curious about the development programs on offer and want to explore your options further, let's have a confidential chat. Your career growth is just one conversation away. 👥 #LegalCareers #ProfessionalDevelopment #LawyersInUK

Our experience shows that the ideal time for England & Wales qualified lawyers to explore international opportunities is between 2-5PQE. Before reaching this level, such opportunities can be rare, and after this period, the window for an international move tends to narrow. In local markets, the pyramid structure of law firms means that senior positions are fewer compared to mid-level roles, making it more challenging to move up as you gain more experience. The same is true for in-house teams, where there is typically only one General Counsel but many more subordinate lawyers. For junior lawyers, those with less than two years of experience are seldom hired by firms, as they usually rely on their own graduate and training programs, resulting in low attrition at this level. Lawyers become significantly more attractive to firms and clients once they have around four years of experience and begin to develop specialized expertise. At the 2-5 PQE mark (or 4-7 years for those in jurisdictions without training contracts, such as Australia and New Zealand), lawyers represent excellent value as hires. This 2-5 PQE period is when lawyers truly hit their stride, making it the ideal time to pursue that dream move and capitalise on peak marketability. To discuss your career options, please contact me at angus@deaconassociates.com or contact one of my experienced and well-connected colleagues: 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻: Gideon Krotosky, Harry Austin or Hugo Tang 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮: Peter Vrljic

📣 Why You Should Consider the Clifford Chance London Training Contract 🌍 As the deadline for the London Training Contract approaches (20th November 2024), I wanted to share why Clifford Chance should be at the top of your list if you're a penultimate-year law student, final-year student, graduate, or career changer. 🌍Global Reach Clifford Chance offers the unique opportunity to work on high-profile, cross-border transactions, with an extensive list of high-calibre clients. 📈Unmatched Training and Development The firm’s commitment to your development is second to none. With their renowned training programmes and hands-on experience, you’ll have all the tools you need to thrive. The support from partners, associates, and mentors ensures that your career trajectory is constantly advancing. 💫Diverse, Inclusive, and Collaborative Culture Clifford Chance champions diversity and inclusion across the firm, creating an environment where everyone is empowered to bring their full selves to work. It’s a place where you’ll be part of a global team that values collaboration, making work exciting and dynamic. 💡Career Flexibility and Opportunities Clifford Chance offers a range of opportunities to shape your career path. With a diverse range of sectors and clients and an opportunity for an international secondment there is so much on offer. 🚀 Want to Learn More? If you’re thinking about applying or want to chat through any of these opportunities, feel free to reach out! I’m happy to answer any questions you might have. Don't miss the deadline—20th November 2024! #CliffordChanceWiserAcademy #LondonTrainingContract #LegalCareers #DiversityAndInclusion #LawStudents #CareerOpportunities #GlobalImpact #TrainingAndDevelopment

Social mobility is of the utmost importance to Clifford Chance 📈 The firm is dedicated to promoting social mobility and helping people access a career in law. So if you, like me, feel at a disadvantage because you don’t come from the ‘typical lawyer background,’ Clifford Chance’s ELEVATE Insight Day is a great opportunity for you. 🫵 This insight day aims to broaden access to the legal profession and help you understand how to start pursuing a career at the firm. What can you expect from the ELEVATE day? 💡 Practical tips to boost your confidence 🗣️ Advice on how to succeed in your application to Clifford Chance 🌟 Inspiring stories from current members of the firm If this event sounds interesting and you’d like to attend or learn more, click here: https://lnkd.in/ePwgR-Pe Applications are open until October 31st, so if you need any advice or have questions about the event, please message me! #CliffordChance #ELEVATE #SocialMobility #CareerAdvice #CliffordChanceConnectAmbassador

Why Asia at Linklaters should be on your radar! I had the opportunity to attend the Linklaters Insight Evening, and I left with inspiration and insights into what makes the firm and its global opportunities stand out. A big thank you to Symone Budhrani for the CV and interview workshop. The advice was extremely practical and gave me fresh ideas for approaching the recruitment process. The panel speakers highlighted the unique advantages of working in Linklaters smaller international offices, particularly in Asia. They explained that smaller teams mean more responsibility, skill development, and closer exposure to the business’s core operations. The experience also enables exposure across multiple juridictions. This point was reinforced when I spoke to Connor Daly, who shared how this close-knit environment allows trainees to take on more hands-on work. For anyone looking to build a dynamic legal career, Asia offers a fantastic platform for professional growth. The evening also spotlighted Linklaters strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Louisa Awolaja shared how the firm’s Race Action Plan and initiatives supporting neurodiversity are central to its values and how these efforts are woven into their recruitment and workplace culture. It’s clear that Linklaters is not only focused on legal excellence but is also committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Overall, it was an inspiring evening that reinforced how Linklaters is shaping the future of law — offering global career opportunities, especially in Asia, and a deep commitment to inclusivity. #linklaters #lawfirm #globalopportunities #diversity #inclusion #lawcareers #insightevenings

Jean Renaldy, a Corporate associate in our Singapore office, reflects on his story so far at White & Case. He discusses how his journey in law began, lessons that he’s learned, and shares advice for future trainees. Read more from Jean here: https://ow.ly/7xaM50SgQYA #TogetherWeMakeAMark

Jean Renaldy, a Corporate associate in our Singapore office, reflects on his story so far at White & Case. He discusses how his journey in law began, lessons that he’s learned, and shares advice for future trainees. Read more from Jean here: https://ow.ly/jwfH50S93GS #TogetherWeMakeAMark

𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞 Are you a lawyer with aspirations for an international career? Many lawyers are are eager to pursue this path due to its promising professional benefits and the potential for significant personal growth. However, in today's increasingly competitive legal landscape, it's crucial to understand the complexities involved in a successful move abroad. For example, knowing the ideal Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) for taking this step, identifying practice areas that align well with international transfers, and building your expertise to a level where you're ready for such a transition are essential considerations. If you're considering opportunities beyond borders, ensuring you're strategically positioned can make all the difference. If you'd like to discuss these points further, feel free to reach out to me at matthew.mayes@sonderconsultants.com. #InternationalLegalCareer #StrategicPlanning #LegalExpertise #CareerGrowth #GlobalOpportunities

Jean Renaldy, a Corporate associate in our Singapore office, reflects on his story so far at White & Case. He discusses how his journey in law began, lessons that he’s learned, and shares advice for future trainees. Read more from Jean here: https://ow.ly/PcMU50S8J6N #TogetherWeMakeAMark

Jean Renaldy, a Corporate associate in our Singapore office, reflects on his story so far at White & Case. He discusses how his journey in law began, lessons that he’s learned, and shares advice for future trainees. Read more from Jean here: https://ow.ly/srZM50SaKHP #TogetherWeMakeAMark