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Heba Khalid

Trainee Solicitor (Real Estate)

Placement (10 Months+)

I'd been a Pathways to Law student while I was in sixth form and attended a couple of events where DLA Piper had been in attendance. Pathways to Law is a free programme run by the Sutton Trust to help students understand careers in law.

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Tebogo Mphahlele

Trainee Solicitor (Finance)

Placement (10 Months+)

Having worked on a plethora of multi-jurisdictional matters at DLA Piper, from European real estate financings in Spain and Germany to project financings across Africa and the Middle East, I've gained invaluable insights into the way DLA Piper operates globally. 

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Hannah Potter

Associate (IPT)

Placement (10 Months+)

The people. I've worked with a range of colleagues across the firm's practice groups and business services teams and everyone is approachable and friendly. Having a large trainee intake in London means you develop close friendships from day one. What stands out to me is that that people love their work and also have a life outside of work, creating an enjoyable workplace for everyone. 

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Arif Ali

Associate (Corporate)

Placement (10 Months+)

DLA Piper is one of the world's biggest law firm and prides itself on innovation, diversity, and excellence. Here, I work with some of the most talented and academically gifted professionals on impactful legal cases.

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Nick Lowe

Trainee Solicitor (Corporate)

Placement (10 Months+)

Coming into a law firm is a daunting prospect, but you quickly realise just how nice everyone is. I've learned the importance of being organised and communicating effectively. 

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Cameron McLaughlin

Trainee Solicitor (IPT)

Placement (10 Months+)

The available opportunities – particularly, the high-quality work for clients at the forefront of their respective industries and the firm's pro-bono initiatives.

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Sara Jenkins

Associate (IPT)

Placement (10 Months+)

I wanted to experience life at a leading international law firm with a vast range of work, clients and opportunities.

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Alex Moffett

Trainee Solicitor (IPT)

Placement (10 Months+)

The culture is genuinely supportive and collaborative. I've loved having the opportunity to regularly work with a diverse range of colleagues in Leeds, across the UK and internationally during my training programme. 

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