Testimonials
To give you further insight into what training with us is really like have a look at the training testimonials below and hear from those who have already completed a training contract with Edwin Coe.
 Ninad BhagwatSolicitor | Private Client Trainee Solicitor 2021-2023 I started my training contract in September 2021 so, more or less, just as the country was starting to come out of Covid. I had heard from friends who were trainees/associates at other firms that the majority of fee earners were still working remotely… |
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 Alex HurleySolicitor | Construction Trainee Solicitor 2021-2023 Edwin Coe’s training contract provides a broad range of experiences and a high degree of responsibility from an early stage. Trainees can expect to have a good level of contact with clients and be in control of their own matters… |
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 Jessica BrittainAssociate | Private Client Trainee Solicitor 2018-2020 I was entering the final seat of my training contract at Edwin Coe when, what we now refer to as, Lockdown 1.0 was announced. With courts and tribunals across the country closed overnight, the contentious practice at Edwin Coe saw some of the most immediate changes with virtual or hybrid hearings and mandatory electronic bundles… |
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 Eva MoynihanSenior Associate | Private Client Trainee Solicitor 2015-2017 At Edwin Coe you can be sure to get access to exceptional quality work, together with a high level of responsibility from an early stage. This prepares you well for qualification and ensures you acquire the skills required to be an associate… |
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 Sophia BompasPartner | Restructuring & Insolvency Trainee Solicitor 2012-2014 It is clear from my time at Edwin Coe so far, that the focus of the firm is to provide a first-class service to clients. In achieving this, the firm has established a strong culture of professionalism, mutual respect amongst colleagues and plenty of opportunity for social interaction… |
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 Ania ChapmanSenior Associate | Private Client Trainee Solicitor 2011-2013 I arrive in the office by 9am (or earlier if I am attending an early meeting or have an extensive “to-do” list), ideally coffee in hand. I usually get urgent tasks done first, such as letters that need to go out that morning, or review some inheritance tax accounts… |
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 Emma SangeeleePartner | Employment Trainee Solicitor 2006-2008 As a trainee at Edwin Coe, the work is varied and challenging and you are given responsibility and a high level of client contact from the moment you start. However, the fee-earners are genuinely approachable and you are always given the support that you need… |
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 Zahira HussainPartner | Litigation & Dispute Resolution Trainee Solicitor 2006-2008 My experience at Edwin Coe LLP has taught me that there is a lot more to training than standing in front of a photocopier. From very early on I was involved in client interviews and was responsible for managing a relatively heavy workload. Whilst challenging, it equipped me with the skills required for qualification… |
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Benefits
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Seat Experience
During your time as a trainee, you will be allocated to four seats from a range of practice areas, each one lasting for six months. In each seat, you will be assisting the whole department and will be exposed to a wide variety of matters.
No two days will be the same as, for example, you will gain court experience, attend client meetings, complete research for various projects, attend social events with clients and other contacts, attend seminars or write articles for our newsletters and blogs.
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Training
From day one you will be given the opportunity to work on your own matters, under the guidance of a supervising partner or fee-earner. Training really does start from the moment you step through the door on your first day and continues throughout the two years you spend with us completing your training contract.
At Edwin Coe, we offer professional support throughout your career and have an established development programme for all our fee-earners.
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Our Lawyers
Many of our partners are involved at a high level in professional bodies and associations, or are contributors and authors of established legal texts.
A considerable number of our partners and senior solicitors are also ranked in the two leading legal directories, Chambers & Partners and Legal 500, ensuring you are learning from the some of the best lawyers within the legal industry.
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Social
Although you will have a busy workload, we offer various opportunities throughout the year to meet and socialise with the rest of the firm.
We have a cup winning football team, a fearsome netball team, cricketers and a social committee team to arrange a whole host of staff social events.
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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
We fully support our commitment to CSR with a number of ongoing events and initiatives throughout the year. We also encourage every person in the firm to take a day off to provide volunteer services to the community. For further information please see our CSR area.
Contact our Graduate Recruitment Team
telephone: 020 7691 4000
or email: recruitment@edwincoe.com
