Trainee Solicitor Review
at Macfarlanes
Graduate Job
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: November 2025
Overall Rating
4.9 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of the Role
4.8/5
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Experience & Company Culture
5/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Macfarlanes?
My experience is extremely positive - the firm is a warm, grounded and welcoming environment to learn and grow.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
The main responsibilities of a trainee solicitor are project management, legal analysis and drafting. I most enjoy drafting and legal analysis.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate Macfarlanes initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate Macfarlanes CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Macfarlanes to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The firm is an excellent place to begin your career in law - you receive training of the highest standard alongside building genuine and warm relationships with your colleagues.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
5/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Macfarlanes?
I would advise to have a proper sense for who you are, what professional values you carry and what interests you both about the business of law and the "craft" of legal work. Macfarlanes values such authenticity and confidence in every area.
