Meet Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd.
http://www.swlegal.ch
Number of trainee lawyers per year (approx.):
At Schellenberg Wittmer, we offer a total of approximately 8-10 trainee-lawyer positions (“avocat-stagiaires” or “Substitutinnen und Substituten”) in preparation of the bar exam, in each office (Zurich and Geneva).
Our firm's vision:
Here at Schellenberg Wittmer, our core values represent a commitment to excellence, a dedication to solidarity and mutual respect and a passion for advocacy!
What we offer:
100% challenges, 0% boredom. We are among a small circle of Swiss firms that provide the opportunity to work on the most intriguing and complex deals and disputes;
A structured career path. Whether you join us as a summer trainee or as an experienced associate, we guide you in becoming the best lawyer you can be on a structured career path;
A fun place to work. We achieve the best results by working together in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere - Just ask any of our associates!
Career message to young talents:
Want to gain useful insight into the law practice? Choose Schellenberg Wittmer in your first step towards the legal profession! We offer unique opportunities to talented students with a deep interest in business law. Now it is your turn! Find out more about our working opportunities and team by visiting our website!
Meet Lenz & Staehelin
http://www.lenzstaehelin.com
Number of trainee lawyers per year (approx.):
15-20 trainees in each office (Zurich and Geneva)
Our firm's vision:
We have played an active part in the biggest deals in recent Swiss business history. Our approach combines breadth, depth and focus. With our unique blend of specialist knowledge and the ability to understand the issues affecting different industries and professions, we find solutions that are comprehensive yet hands-on. Each project is led by an experienced partner who serves as personal contact, fully understands our clients' objectives and can expertly represent their needs. To this end, we cover the entire spectrum of business law services.
Career message to young talents:
We are permanently recruiting graduates (master’s degree from a Swiss law school) with an excellent academic background, an interest in legal questions and the economic context as well as strong personal skills. We regard our efforts in their training and education as an important investment in future talent, and offer talented and motivated trainees the opportunity to work with us as associates after the bar exam.
Meet Niederer Kraft & Frey
www.nkf.ch
Number of trainee lawyers per year (approx.):
10-15 Junior Associates and 15-20 Interns
Our firm's vision:
Team NKF works closely with our clients so that their businesses continue to have sustainable advantage in an ever changing global market. To continue to be the first choice for all complex business challenges in and through Switzerland, we commit to our values, to attracting and developing the best lawyers at every level and in all relevant practice areas and sectors, to always challenging ourselves, to being agile and authentic, to staying relevant, to thinking and acting internationally.
Career message to young talents:
At Niederer Kraft & Frey, you will find an interesting entry into your fulfilling career as a legal professional. You will do exciting work with leading businesses and with individual support from our partners and associates, as well as a valuable preparation for the bar exam. Our interns and junior associates are the future of Niederer Kraft & Frey. Be part of it - www.your-nkf.ch
Meet Mangeat Attorneys-at-Law
www.mangeat.ch
Number of trainee lawyers per year (approx.):
2-3
Our firm's vision:
MANGEAT is a rising law firm, helping clients achieve their ambitions in today's complex and fast-changing world.
We give the highest importance to the continuous education and training of our team. Combined with an agile mindset and a permanent team-oriented approach, this enables our attorneys to compete with the top practices in the country.
Career message to young talents:
We wish students every success in their future endeavours. In the pursuit of their careers, we hope they can join a team with a strong learning and collaborative culture that can support them in their professional and personal growth.
