Solicitor Apprentice
Capstone Law London · London
LegalHigher Level 7On-siteEmployee wellbeingProgression
Weekly Hours Worked: Monday-Thursday 9:00-17:30 (one day for study)
About the Company:
Capstone Law London is seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and ambitious Solicitor Apprentice to join our specialist commercial litigation and dispute resolution practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly alongside the firm's Principal and Senior Partner, gaining hands-on experience across a broad range of complex and high-value contentious matters whilst studying towards an LLB and qualifying as a solicitor through the Level 7 Solicitor Apprenticeship. The successful candidate will receive structured mentoring, one-to-one supervision and progressive responsibility throughout the apprenticeship, developing the legal, analytical and professional skills expected of a future solicitor.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting correspondence, legal documents and court pleadings.
• Preparing witness statements, disclosure and trial bundles.
• Supporting commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters from instruction through to conclusion.
• Preparing documentation for mediation, settlement negotiations and court hearings.
• Attending client meetings, conferences with counsel and court hearings where appropriate.
• Managing case files using the firm's case management systems.
• Undertaking client onboarding, AML and regulatory compliance procedures.
• Maintaining accurate attendance notes and file records.
• Developing strong client care and communication skills.
What We Offer
The successful candidate will benefit from:
- Direct supervision and mentoring from an experienced commercial litigation solicitor with 20 years' legal experience.
- Exposure to complex, high-value and cross-border disputes.
- Meaningful responsibility from an early stage.
- Experience across the complete litigation process, from pre-action advice to trial, settlement and enforcement.
- A supportive learning environment with excellent opportunities for professional and personal development.
- Funded solicitor apprenticeship leading to qualification as a solicitor.
Perks & benefits
Health and Wellness Programs Professional Development Employee Discounts
Skills required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Good legal research and information gathering skills.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commercial awareness and willingness to develop legal knowledge.
- IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and confidence using digital technology.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Qualifications required
A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grades 4–9 / A–C)* including English Language and Mathematics. A minimum of 3 A-Levels (or equivalent)
Training you'll get
BPP apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.
Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience.
Future prospects
This is a long-term career opportunity within the firm as we look to expand. The successful candidate will receive structured mentoring and supervision throughout the apprenticeship with the aim of qualifying as a solicitor. Following qualification, there will be opportunities to progress to Associate Solicitor, Senior Solicitor, and, subject to performance, commitment and business development, the opportunity to progress towards Partnership within the firm. We are seeking to recruit an individual who is looking to build a long-term career with Capstone Law London and become an integral part of the firm's future growth and success.
The essentials
Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.
Hours
37.5 hours per week
Duration
72 months (Ongoing)
Roles available
1
Posted
05 Aug 2026
Interviews
21 Sep 2026
Starts
Aug 2026
Apply by
01 Sep 2026
Training provider
BPP
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
Where you'd be based
SW17 9QR© OpenStreetMap contributors
