Apprentice Solicitor

Join My Local Solicitor Ltd as an Apprentice Solicitor and work towards qualification while gaining hands-on experience in a friendly law firm. You'll assist with real client matters, develop practical legal skills and study towards the Solicitor Level 7 apprenticeship and SQE.

What you'll do

• Assist solicitors with progressing client matters and preparing files
• Speak with clients by telephone, email and in person
• Attend client meetings and prepare attendance notes
• Draft letters, emails and legal documents under supervision
• Carry out legal research and review documents
• Assist with Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney family and probate matters
• Gain experience in areas including family law, employment law and civil litigation
• Use the firm's case management and legal software
• Help maintain accurate client records and keep files up to date
• Develop knowledge of compliance, confidentiality and anti-money laundering requirements
• Support the wider team with the day-to-day running of a busy law firm
• Take on increasing responsibility as skills, knowledge and confidence develop

After the apprenticeship

On successful completion of the apprenticeship and the requirements for admission, the apprentice will be eligible to qualify as a solicitor. We hope to offer the successful apprentice a long-term career with My Local Solicitor, with opportunities to develop a specialism and take on greater responsibility as they gain experience. Any qualified solicitor role would depend on performance and the firm's needs at the time.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential: A Level, Three A levels in any subjector equivalent Level 3 (grade C or above)

Things to consider

The successful applicant will need to attend our Malpas office during their agreed working hours and complete the training required by the apprenticeship provider. The role involves handling confidential client information, so the successful applicant will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks.

About the employer

My Local Solicitor Ltd is a friendly, independent law firm based in Malpas, Cheshire. Founded in 2018, we provide approachable, practical legal advice to individuals, families and businesses, with a strong focus on personal service and lasting client relationships.

Our team advises on wills, probate, lasting powers of attorney, family law, employment and property matters. We combine a local community presence with modern technology to make legal services accessible and straightforward.As a small firm, we offer an apprentice the opportunity to work closely with experienced solicitors, contribute to real client matters under supervision and become a valued member of the team while studying towards qualification.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Solicitor (level 7), Legal, finance and accounting
• Apprenticeship level: Degree (level 7)
• Training provider: COLLEGE OF LEGAL PRACTICE LIMITED
• Expected duration: 6 Years
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Thursday 9 am-3 pm.
• Start date: 1 September 2027
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 to £19,827.60 a year