Trainee Solicitors

Since January 2008, we have been training trainee solicitors with a view to them developing into first rate shipping and international trade lawyers, the future of the firm.

Training
As a trainee you will sit and work with three or four different partners, gaining experience in a number of different areas of law: shipping litigation, international trade, commercial contracts, sale of goods and ship finance. The majority of your training will be on actual cases, being closely supervised in tasks and matters, grasping those and moving on to further more complex work, building your knowledge and skills base.

Reward
Our starting salary for 2013 is anticipated to be £22,000 with a review after one year. We also provide private health care and twenty-five days’ holiday. For current or future LPC students we meet the cost of their LPC fees and pay a maintenance allowance of £3,000 whilst undertaking the LPC.

What we look for
The work is challenging and stimulating, both intellectually and personally. We look to recruit academically bright, commercially aware individuals who are willing to push themselves to achieve their potential. In view of the demands of the job we require a 2:1 degree or above (not necessarily in law) and normally expect a minimum of two As and one B at A level.

We are committed to providing the best training possible with the aim that our trainees will stay with us upon qualification and ultimately become partners in the firm. In return we are seeking a genuine interest in shipping law and a clear commitment to remaining in the North East.

Trainee Recruitment
We are not actively recruiting at present. However, we are always interested to hear from future potential applicants who meet our criteria. To make contact, please e-mail: trainees@mills-co.com.