Bird & Bird
Bird & Bird is an international law firm with 31 offices across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. We are one firm internationally, which is something our clients value because it brings consistency, collaboration, and clarity. Our approachable culture and inclusive working environment set us apart from the crowd. We pride ourselves in providing an inspiring, supportive, and professional environment where quality, innovation, and collaboration play a key role.
Our vision is to be the number one law firm in the world for organisations being changed by the digital world or those leading that change. We have advised clients from over 120 countries within the last year, and our clients include 17 of the world’s most innovative companies according to Forbes. We have a stellar, global reputation for providing sophisticated, pragmatic advice to companies which are carving the world's digital future.
We have sector specialisms in Automotive, Aviation & Aerospace, Defence & Security, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Media, Entertainment & Sport, Retail & Consumer, and Technology & Communications. We use our sector understanding and legal expertise to unlock the issues and we take a commercial approach when applying the law.
Whatever your background or ambition, join a firm with the scale and spirit to make it possible.
Getting into law
To qualify as a solicitor at Bird & Bird, you can join as a solicitor apprentice or trainee solicitor. To become a solicitor apprentice, you can through our Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme. To become a trainee solicitor, you can apply by attending a Vacation Scheme or applying directly for a training contract.
Start your career at an international, sector-focused and innovative law firm.
Opportunities for you
The early bird catches the worm – take your first steps towards a career in the legal sector with our Early Bird Pathway (Early Bird Scholarship), Flying Start Programme, Open Days, Office Drop-Ins and Virtual Experience Programme.
Spread your wings and begin your career with our Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme, Vacation Schemes and Training Contract.
