Russell-Cooke LLP
Values & Culture
Practice Areas
- Dispute Resolution & Litigation
- Real Estate
- Family Law
- Charities & Not-for-Profit
- Corporate & M&A
Geographic Focus: UK-wide and internationally
Training Contract
Trainees do four seats, with at least one contentious and one non-contentious seat required. Recent seats include family & children, property litigation, charity & not for profit, trust will estate disputes, private client, real estate planning & construction, corporate & commercial, personal injury
- Starting Salary: £46,000
- Application Deadline: 6 February 2026
SQE Support
We provide capped sponsorship of up to £10,000 per candidate for the SQE together with an interest free loan of a further £5,000 towards the cost of fees.
Mentorship
You will have a dedicated trainee supervisor in each seat and regular catch ups with our graduate recruitment partner.
Notable Matters
Partner Ed Cracknell was quoted regarding the lease arrangement for Royal Lodge and the likelihood of Prince Andrew being affected by repair costs.
Real Estate
Partner Shabnam Ali-Khan wrote an article advocating for a balanced approach to leasehold reform.
Property Law
Erin Smart explored the implications of the Department for Education's delay in publishing the SEND reform White Paper.
Education Law
Advised Shurgard UK Limited on a £30m acquisition of two storage facilities.
Corporate and Commercial Law
What Russell-Cooke LLP Looks For
Key Competencies
- Energy
- Ability
- Ambition
- Empathy with the firm's values
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We strive to improve the diversity of our workforce across all the protected characteristics.
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Network
- Women's Group
- Wellbeing Group and Wellbeing Champions
- Working Parent and Carers Network
- HRTea menopause network
Pro Bono
The firm is committed to providing legal aid work to support access to justice and actively supports charities in the local community.
Innovation
Quick Application Angles
- Emphasise your alignment with the firm's values of social justice and community involvement.
- Highlight any experience in diverse legal areas, as the firm offers a broad range of practice areas.
- Demonstrate your ability to work independently within a supportive network, as trainees are expected to manage their own casework.
- Showcase your interest in both contentious and non-contentious work, as the training contract requires experience in both.
- Mention any involvement in pro bono or charitable activities, aligning with the firm's commitment to community impact.
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