These quotes are from trainees at Birkett Long Solicitors. They tell you why they wanted to join the firm and what they feel we have to offer:
"I chose to work at Birkett Long as I did not want to work for a firm where I was just another trainee. At the firm I am not a tiny cog in an enormous wheel, at Birkett Long I am a trusted and valued member of the team. As a trainee you are given responsibility at an early stage of your career. This is through obtaining high levels of client contact and running your own files. There are also strong support mechanisms in place to help you grow and develop as a trainee. Monthly meetings with both my supervisor and firm mentor allow me to discuss my training and progression. The firm also encourages trainees to attend a wide 
variety of networking and marketing events which enhances your confidence and ability to work with the wider legal community. Birkett Long is the best law firm in Essex and I am proud to be completing my training contract with them." Kayleigh, 2010 intake
"My experience working for Birkett Long has exceeded my expectations. As a full service firm one of the reasons I chose Birkett Long was the diverse range of areas that the training contract covers. The training is tailored to the individual trainee and therefore very enjoyable. Birkett Long aims to retain all of its trainees and, as a result, puts a lot of time and effort into ensuring each trainee gets the most out of their training contract. 
I was given responsibility as soon as I started and have regular contact with clients, something that is very important to me personally and which is not an aspect of training contracts with some other firms. Everyone who works for Birkett Long is encouraged to maintain a work-life balance, again this is not a feature of every training contract and, in my opinion, can be the difference between enjoying your two years as a trainee or just getting through them. I am very happy at Birkett Long and would recommend the firm to anyone thinking of applying." Calum, 2010 intake
"Why Birkett Long? It should be an easy decision for any aspiring trainee solicitor. Birkett Long is a full service firm with lots to offer. With a diverse and highly experienced team of solicitors and support staff, trainees are supported in both their professional and personal development from the word go. If you are expecting to spend two years as a trainee photocopying, then think again! Trainees are given responsibility from their very first seat and are expected to take a 
hands-on approach with client work. The firm operates an open door policy and mentoring scheme ensuring that a Birkett Long trainee is cared for at every stage throughout the 2 year training contract.
Birkett Long really is dedicated to accommodating and nurturing all their trainees into Birkett Long Solicitors and is a firm where you feel valued and respected. I am delighted to be training with Birkett Long." Katy, 2010 intake
