2028 Trainee Solicitor at White & Case

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong S.A.R. -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Research, Document Drafting, Case Preparation, Case Management, Analytical Skills, Writing Skills, Legal Analysis, Administrative Support

Industry

Law Practice

Description

The Associate Track role is composed of early-career roles on the legal pathway. Roles at this level focus on gaining practical legal experience, often across a variety of law specialisms. Likely to be actively working towards gaining a legal qualification. Roles at this level assist in basic legal research, document preparation and undertake administrative legal tasks. The roles and responsibilities of this job include: Conducts basic legal research to assist with case preparation, focusing on understanding fundamental legal principles and relevant law Drafts legal documents, such as simple pleadings and correspondence, under close supervision Assists in organizing case files and ensuring that all necessary documentation is systematically maintained and is accessible Supports the discovery process by gathering and sorting documents, and preparing materials for review May attend court sessions and depositions to gain exposure to legal proceedings and support senior team members Handles administrative duties like scheduling meetings, preparing case summaries, filing and managing documentation No supervisory responsibility Works under close supervision Law degree Working towards a legal qualification Sound understanding of legal principles and foundational knowledge of law Gaining experience handling basic legal tasks and supporting legal matters Good research, writing and analytical skills Equal Opportunities White & Case is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm’s policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance and/or adjustment to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email us. We will be happy to work with you. The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Note to Recruitment Agencies Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies. Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. With a long history as an international firm, we are well-positioned to help clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may arise. Operating across six continents and working in virtually every country, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality, full-service practice that competes at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in key financial markets and our expertise in handling complex cross-border work. What sets us apart is not just our global network of offices but the interconnectedness of our Firm. Our people and clients value our collaboration across geographic and practice boundaries, which is why we attract and retain significant cross-border work. Representing multiple nationalities from across the world and speaking a vast array of languages, our lawyers and Business Services professionals are globally minded, enterprising, and committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

The role involves conducting basic legal research and drafting simple legal documents under close supervision. Additionally, the trainee will manage case files, support the discovery process, and handle administrative legal tasks.