Frequently Asked Questions
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How many partners do you have?
We have 72 partners.
How many associates do you have?
We have 110 associates.
What is your total number of fee earners?
We have 348 fee earners.
How may trainees do you have?
We currently have 39 trainees. Applications for 2009 were assessed in January of this year, 2008. Applications for 2010 should be submitted by January 2009.
What is your total number of staff?
We employ around 650 members of staff.
What was total fee income last year?
Total fee income for 2007 was £61.4m, an increase of 13% on the previous year.
How do lawyers achieve partnership?
To read about achieving partnership download our career progression document from our careers site.
What jobs exist for non-legal staff?
There is a wide range of opportunities for people not pursuing a career as a lawyer. We have a large support team to help our lawyers, which includes administrative staff, para-legals, knowledge workers and secretaries. Our extensive IT team which provides systems development and support. And there are teams for HR and Marketing which help drive the business.
Do you have a corporate social responsibility policy?
We published our first comprehensive statement profiling our approach to corporate social responsibility in 2007, but have been practicing and advising on the environmental aspects of CSR since 1990 - when the subject was still largely a matter of academic interest.
What are your corporate objectives and values?
These are our values:
- Ambition
- Commitment
- Fairness
- Loyalty
- Quality
What is your strategic goal?
To be the first choice law firm for clients and staff seeking a real alternative to City firms.
Do you recruit through the University "Milk Round"?
Yes. To find out more visit our careers section.