K&L Gates

By Hollie Gould · Updated November 2025

International London

Values & Culture

Practice Areas

Energy & Natural Resources
Dispute Resolution & Litigation
Technology & Digital
Retail & Consumer
Financial Services & Regulation

Geographic Focus: Global

Training Contract

Our training contract structure includes a variety of international opportunities and mentorship programs.

Starting Salary: £50,000
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026

International Opportunities

Our traineeship provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while working closely with our experienced legal team on a diverse range of cases.

Mentorship

The program emphasizes mentorship and professional development, equipping candidates with essential skills through workshops and training sessions.

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Notable Matters

K&L Gates Advises Federated Hermes on Strategic Acquisition of FCP Fund Manager LP

K&L Gates advised Federated Hermes on the strategic acquisition of FCP Fund Manager LP.

Corporate

K&L Gates Guides Terramont Infrastructure Partners on Strategic Acquisition of Majority Interest in Bull Moose Capital

K&L Gates guided Terramont Infrastructure Partners on the strategic acquisition of a majority interest in Bull Moose Capital.

Corporate

K&L Gates Secures Federal Circuit Victory Affirming ITC Ruling in Water Filter Patent Dispute

K&L Gates secured a Federal Circuit victory affirming an ITC ruling in a water filter patent dispute.

Intellectual Property

What K&L Gates Looks For

Key Competencies

Smart
Imaginative
Hard-working
Diverse backgrounds
Innovation

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Pro Bono

We have also been widely recognized for our strong commitment to opportunity and inclusion and pro bono services.

Innovation

K&L Gates is recognized as an 'Innovation Icon' for its smart, adaptive, and bold legal thinking, tech-enabled efficient legal service, and pioneering integration of AI into client success.

Legal Strategy Innovation
Tech Savvy Delivery
Client-Facing Innovation
Generative AI Pioneers

Quick Application Angles

Highlight experience in international law or global projects.
Demonstrate innovation and adaptability in legal thinking.
Showcase collaboration and teamwork skills.
Emphasize any experience with AI or tech-enabled legal services.
Illustrate commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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