Trainee Solicitor Review
at Latham & Watkins
Graduate Scheme
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: July 2026
Overall Rating
4.3 /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!
4.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Latham & Watkins?
My experience at Latham & Watkins has been very rewarding. From an early stage, trainees are given a high level of responsibility and are trusted to contribute meaningfully to complex matters, often involving cross-border issues and high-profile transactions. At the same time, there is a strong support network, with supervisors and colleagues who are invested in trainee development and willing to provide guidance and feedback. The work is rigorous and fast-paced, making it a valuable learning experience.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
The trainee role is highly varied. My responsibilities have included conducting legal research, drafting client-facing documents, reviewing contracts and transaction materials, preparing regulatory filings, coordinating with local counsel in multiple jurisdictions, attending client calls, taking detailed notes, managing trackers and timelines, and supporting the overall project management of transactions. The aspect I enjoy most is being involved in the substance of matters from an early stage. Rather than observing from the sidelines, trainees are encouraged to take ownership of discrete workstreams and contribute to solving real client problems.
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?
4/5
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?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
3/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
How would you rate Latham & Watkins initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate Latham & Watkins CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Latham & Watkins to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Latham offers early responsibility on high-profile, cross-border matters, combined with excellent training and genuinely supportive colleagues. It’s a challenging but rewarding place to develop quickly as a lawyer while working with market-leading teams.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Latham & Watkins?
N/A
