solicitor apprentice Review
at Fieldfisher LLP
Degree Apprenticeship
Legal/Law
Manchester
Review Submitted: May 2026
Overall Rating
4.5 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Fieldfisher LLP to a friend?
Yes
Why?
1. Strong reputation and high-quality work
As an apprentice, exposure to this kind of high-value, complex work is a big advantage for long-term development.
2. Structured apprenticeship pathway
solicitor apprenticeship programme, combining practical legal work with formal study. You earn while you learn, avoid university debt, and finish qualified which is a huge plus compared to the traditional route.
3. Early responsibility
Compared to some larger firms, apprentices at Fieldfisher can often gain meaningful responsibility earlier things like drafting, client contact, and assisting on real cases rather than purely administrative tasks.
4. Collaborative culture
Fieldfisher has a friendly less rigid culture. It is inclusive and supportive, which is especially important when you’re starting your legal career.
Still a demanding environment
It’s still a commercial law firm so expect long hours during busy periods, tight deadlines, and high expectations. It’s rewarding but not easy.
Apprenticeship workload balance
Juggling full-time work + studying for your law qualification can be intense. You need good discipline and time management.
As an apprentice, exposure to this kind of high-value, complex work is a big advantage for long-term development.
2. Structured apprenticeship pathway
solicitor apprenticeship programme, combining practical legal work with formal study. You earn while you learn, avoid university debt, and finish qualified which is a huge plus compared to the traditional route.
3. Early responsibility
Compared to some larger firms, apprentices at Fieldfisher can often gain meaningful responsibility earlier things like drafting, client contact, and assisting on real cases rather than purely administrative tasks.
4. Collaborative culture
Fieldfisher has a friendly less rigid culture. It is inclusive and supportive, which is especially important when you’re starting your legal career.
Still a demanding environment
It’s still a commercial law firm so expect long hours during busy periods, tight deadlines, and high expectations. It’s rewarding but not easy.
Apprenticeship workload balance
Juggling full-time work + studying for your law qualification can be intense. You need good discipline and time management.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Fieldfisher LLP?
Show clear interest in Fieldfisher (not just law)
Mention their key sectors
Include basic commercial awareness (e.g. AI, regulation, business trends)
Explain why you chose the apprenticeship route
Be professional but natural
Highlight transferable skills (teamwork, communication, time management)
Show resilience and ability to handle pressure
Mention their key sectors
Include basic commercial awareness (e.g. AI, regulation, business trends)
Explain why you chose the apprenticeship route
Be professional but natural
Highlight transferable skills (teamwork, communication, time management)
Show resilience and ability to handle pressure
