If you think it’s a glamorous job, think again. We roll up our sleeves and get stuck in.

This is because being a lawyer at Gosschalks means thinking like an entrepreneur. It means having solid business sense, a sound understanding of our client's needs, sector specialist knowledge, a knack for spotting opportunities others can’t and having the courage to go after them.

The difference with us is we don’t just say it, we practice it.

Applying for our Graduate Training Programme

Applications for 2027 are OPEN

With the firm growing year on year, we’re always looking for future solicitors, partners and leaders to join us.

Our initial selection criteria requires applicants to have achieved at least three A to C grades at A-Level or equivalent and to have achieved or be predicted at least a 2:1 in their degree. In exceptional circumstances and for applicants who have come late to the law, we will consider applicants whose grades do not meet the criteria.

To complete the application form for 2027 please click here. The closing date for applications is 31 July 2025.

We currently offer two routes to qualify as a solicitor, the LPC route or the SQE route. If you are unsure which route to follow, Richard Taylor the firm’s Training Principal answers some frequently asked questions in his Blog.

For help and advice, please email careers@gosschalks.co.uk.

If you are still hungry for more information at this stage, take a look at our handy guide to life at Gosschalks as a Trainee Solicitor to give you a greater insight into the opportunities that Gosschalks has in store for the right people.

Please note: Gosschalks subscribes to the Voluntary Code to Good Practice in the Recruitment of Trainee Solicitors.

What do some of our former trainees, now successful lawyers, say about their time as Trainees at Gosschalks?

“I wanted to work in a busy and challenging environment to help progress my career and I certainly found that at Gosschalks. From day one I was involved with real clients on real cases and was made to feel like an important part of the team from the off. I feel like I have gained so much experience in such a short space of time.”

Emma Orriss - Partner, Company Department

I started life out at Gosschalks as a Trainee. I chose Gosschalks because I wanted to become an integral part of a successful firm rather than just a number.

Matthew Fletcher – Head of Litigation

At the time of writing, I am now in the 3rd seat of my training contract at Gosschalks and cannot emphasise enough what a fantastic firm Gosschalks is to train at. My experience to date has been varied, challenging and exciting all at the same time.

Alicia Wedgwood - now a qualified Solicitor, Commercial Property Department

Out and about supporting schools, colleges and universities...

We're always on the lookout for the next generation of lawyers to support the long-term growth of our practice. If you'd like us to speak to your students about their career paths and life as lawyer in our busy practice, get in touch today to discuss the options available to you.