Our Dublin office opened its doors in 2010, the first major onshore transatlantic funds practice in the city. We were also one of the first international law firms to establish a presence in Ireland. We pride ourselves on combining a collaborative working environment with a determination to provide the highest quality professional services.

Carol Widger Managing Partner, says: “As a trainee solicitor at Dechert, we will give you all of the support you need to realise your potential. We are looking for people who are committed to delivering excellence in service and innovative thinking with a keen sense for building strong relationships. At Dechert you will be welcomed into our global community from day one.”

Dublin Training Contracts

We recruit up to two trainee solicitors each year, with our trainees starting their training contract in April.

We take your training seriously, both before and after you qualify. As a trainee, you will receive legal skills and commercial training that goes beyond black letter law, with workshops on AI innovations, effective writing, commercial know-how and building technical legal expertise in each practice group you sit in. Our associates benefit from our Critical Skills Institute, which focusses on leadership, management, communication and client relations.

All Dublin trainees will also undertake a seat in the London office. The trainee programmes are consistent which allows our trainees to gain valuable experience within the Dechert network.

We believe the most vital training is that which goes on every day, with your supervisor guiding your work and providing help and feedback. Your supervisors provide continuous guidance. In addition, your professional development is monitored on a regular basis by Dublin partners and the graduate recruitment and development team, all of whom are available to help you.