White & Case opportunities
White & Case is a global law firm with more than 2,500 lawyers worldwide. We’ve built an unrivalled network of 43 offices in 29 countries, an investment that is the foundation for our client work in more than 200 countries today. Our innovative approaches and nuanced local market knowledge create unique solutions to our clients’ most complex domestic and multijurisdictional deals and disputes. We anticipate what they want, provide what they need and build lasting relationships. Our culture comes to life through our three core values: Pioneering, United and Human.
As a White & Case lawyer, you’ll work on fast-paced global projects from the outset of your career. In London, our key areas of work include: Arbitration, Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity, Debt finance, Capital Markets, Competition, Construction, Corporate M&A, Corporate PE, Energy, Infrastructure, Investment Funds, Project & Asset Finance (EIPAF), Employment, Compensation & Benefits (ECB), Financial Restructuring & Insolvency (FRI), Intellectual Property, Litigation, Real Estate, Tax, White Collar, Environmental Social Governance (ESG).
There’s no such thing as a typical White & Case lawyer. We seek ambitious trainees who possess an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong desire to gain hands-on practical experience from day one. You should have the ability to take charge of your own career and demonstrate a proactive approach to your development. We value globally minded individuals who are eager to work across borders and cultures, and who are intrigued by solving complex problems within multiple legal systems. A curiosity about the international commercial issues that our clients face is essential, as is an enthusiasm for addressing the most cutting-edge and complicated transactions. We recruit both law and non-law students, and language skills are highly valued due to the nature of our work. Applicants will be welcomed for their individuality, their interest in the innovative work we do, and a proactive mindset that prioritises client needs. Your interest in working at the forefront of commercial law will be crucial in navigating the complexities and challenges that define our projects. Potential trainees should have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a solid 2:1, have a positive attitude, be enthusiastic and work well as part of a team.
Insight Afternoon
29 October 2025, 3pm - 5pm, Edinburgh
Join us for this exclusive in-person event White & Case's Early Careers team will be on hand to provide insider tips and tricks for your application ahead of the next recruitment cycle. Additionally a chance to engage with a group of Firm representatives - including Partners, Associates, and Trainees - and understand further the day to day role of a Solicitor at White & Case. Sign up details will be shared soon.
Career Dinners
Our Careers Dinners are a great way to connect with the Firm, they are suitable for students and graduates from any degree discipline. This is a truly unique chance to meet recruiters, partners and trainees in a relaxed setting and ask any questions you may have around the recruitment process and career paths available within the firm. Applications open on 1 October 2025.
Winter (for finalists and graduates)
1 December – 12 December 2025
The deadline for applications is 26 October 2025
Spring (for penultimate-year students, finalists and graduates
13 April – 24 April 2026
The deadline for applications is 12 January 2026
Summer (for penultimate-year students, finalists and graduates)
29 June – 10 July 2026
The deadline for applications is 12 January 2026
Discover: University Insight Scheme
10 June – 11 June 2026
The deadline for applications is 12 April 2026
More information and applications [external link]
Programme dates: September 2028 and March 2029
Application deadline: 10 May 2026
Penultimate-year students, finalists and graduates from any degree discipline
Direct training contract application [external link]
White & Case's London office open days are a great way learn more about the firm, and meet our current trainees, associates and partners.
- Learn about City law
- Demystify the term and further understand the concept of commercial awareness
- Learn about different practice areas and deepen your knowledge of the law.
- Get involved in varying sessions we have designed for you with Early Careers, partners, associates and trainees. A chance to interact with firm representatives and ask about their day-to-days and varying work tasks
- Get practical tips on how to do well in your applications and interview
12 November 2025
20 November 2025
The deadline for applications is 30 October 2025
STEM Open Day
8 April 2026
The deadline for applications is 8 February 2026
Students & Graduates website [external link]
Students & Graduates brochure [external link]
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Email: londonearlycareers@whitecase.com
Phone: 020 7532 2899