The inside view on life as a trainee solicitor at Shoosmiths

Meet the host

Shoosmiths

Shoosmiths is a law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses—amazing clients making an impact. We’re not different in what we do, but in how we do it. Every client faces unique challenges, and we tailor our expertise, energy and ideas to deliver results that truly matter. We’re known for being close to our clients, listening actively and thriving on their challenges.

We have grown into a £217.2m turnover firm, a reflection of the way we work and the results we deliver. Our clients speak for us. From Mercedes-Benz and Octopus Ventures to Travelodge, FTSE 250 companies and ambitious growth businesses, our commercial client list says it all. We combine a “can-do” ethos with values that go beyond words. Whether it’s pricing, working styles or fresh ideas, we adapt to each client’s needs to make a real commercial difference.

Shoosmiths’ national teams are independently recognised for their legal expertise. In the Legal 500 UK 2025, we are ranked across over 120 practice areas with 34 top-tier rankings Chambers UK 2025 ranks 79 of our practice areas, with 17 in Band 1 and 158 of our lawyers individually recognised for their exceptional contributions.