Vacation Scheme
Do you want to spend a week experiencing what it would be like to train at LP? Take a look at our Vacation Schemes.
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Introducing our vacation scheme
Join us for our award-winning Vacation Scheme if you would like to spend a week with LP to get a taster of what it is like to work at LP before applying for a training contract. Scoring highly in the Legal 500 Future Lawyers survey rankings, the scheme offers visitors time to complete some real work alongside our partners and staff, and to show us your skills.
Our Vacation Scheme runs twice a year, during the Easter holidays and again in the Summer. During your week, you will be given the chance to meet with our lawyers and current trainee solicitors, spend time in various teams practising different legal disciplines, and take part in several group exercises. Amongst other awards, we have been winners in the Legal 500 Future Lawyers 'Social Life' category many times so you know there will be a visit to the pub to unwind and re-connect with everyone from the week in a less formal setting!
We recruit for both weeks separately, so make sure you apply before the deadline for the week you wish to join. Due to the limited number of spaces available (we take up to five visitors per week) we usually have to prioritise applications from those eligible to apply for a training contract during the same year. Ordinarily, this means that you will be in your second or third year of a full-time law degree, in your final year of a non-law degree or undertaking postgraduate study. That being said, if you are applying for the Summer week and have just finished your first year of law, then we would certainly consider your application.
Upcoming Recruitment Opportunities
Ready to apply for one of our training contract recruitment opportunities? Here are the deadlines for the events taking place in 2025/2026. All we need is a cover letter and CV and we take all applications by email to traineerecruitment@leathesprior.co.uk or via the link below.
Trainee Assessment Day Deadline
Easter Vacation Scheme Deadline
Summer Vacation Scheme Deadline
When I first joined Leathes Prior, I had just started my CILEX journey, which I have since successfully completed. My initial area of specialism was Residential Property, but since my qualification, I now specialise in Agricultural transactions.
I joined the LP reception team in 2017 from the education sector, with no experience working in law. I knew I wanted to forge a career in this sector and what drew me to this firm was knowing how supportive they are of their staff progressing within the firm. Within a year, I was working with the Dispute Resolution Team, assisting with administration. The role gave me lots of exposure to different work and I developed a passion for personal injury and clinical negligence claims. I am now lucky enough to be working as a paralegal in the Personal Injury Team, whilst also studying CILEX.
My decision to join LP hinged on the promise the firm made to unequivocally back the development of my personal brand, and by desire to build my reputation in Norfolk’s legal scene and beyond…it took very little time for the firm to deliver on that promise! Whether it be joining the Norfolk YPG Committee, participating in charity boxing matches, or taking up the mantle as a Director of the Norfolk & Norwich Law Society, the firm have supported me every step of the way. For every opportunity that has come my way, my colleagues have been the first to encourage me to throw my hat in the ring.
In 2016 I moved from a secure job in my beloved home county of Cumbria, to embark on an exciting new venture in Norfolk with Leathes Prior. It was a big risk at the time, but one I’m delighted I took. I am now proud to call Norfolk home, and LP the firm for me.
Frequently Asked
See below some of our most frequently asked questions to help you with your application.
If you still have questions, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team via the form below.
Do you offer any financial support for SQE study?
Yes, we offer all our future trainee solicitors financial support, by means of either (or both) an interest free loan, and / or a contribution payment towards fund their SQE course fees.
I am a first-year student, do you have opportunities available for me?
Choosing your Training Contract is a big decision and if you are starting your search in your first year then we commend you for being so pro-active! The event to aim for is the Summer Vacation Scheme before you start your second year of study. Applying earlier than this may just mean you will have very little law study so you may find other applications are chosen over yours. We also encourage first year students not yet ready to apply, to connect with us on social media and stay in the loop with our news and events.
Can I study the SQE whilst completing my training contract?
Our standard practice is to start the training contract after the completion of the academic stages but if you are looking to take on the challenge for a particular reason then let us know and we can discuss this with you. The SQE is not an easy exam to take on or prepare for so and we like to offer our trainees are real client work from day one. Our approach helps ensure our trainees are able to put 100% into their development at the firm and achieve a good work-life balance.
Do you have a preferred SQE preparation course provider?
We do not have a preference so will let you make this decision. It will have no impact on your offer, nor will it affect any financial support we offer you.
How do I apply to attend a Trainee Assessment Day?
We don’t like long application forms so all we ask for is a CV and a cover letter to tell us a little bit about you, why you want to join us for the day, and why you wish to train with LP. We take all applications by email to traineerecruitment@leathesprior.co.uk.
I am not sure whether my grades will be sufficiently high, should I still apply?
Whilst we do like to see top grades, we will not filter out applications purely based on this. That being said, we do receive high volumes of strong candidates so if your grades are lower, we would be looking to see something else on your application to make you stand out from others with stronger academics
How far in advance do you recruit trainees?
The short answer is no, we do have an intake of trainee solicitors at a fixed point each year, but we do not recruit for specific years at our assessment events. If you do have a preferred start date in mind, let us know how what that is and how flexible you are on that front, and we will do our best to accommodate the successful candidates.
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Award Winning
LP are a regular feature in the Legal 500 Future Lawyers category winner tables, ranked by our own trainee solicitors.
