Behind the Scenes with Ashurst Perkins Coie: Life as a Trainee

Behind the Scenes with Ashurst Perkins Coie - Our Virtual Event Series for Students and Graduates

Behind the Scenes with Ashurst Perkins Coie is here! Join us for this brand-new series of virtual events designed to give you an exclusive look at what life is really like at our firm. Through interactive virtual sessions, you will have the opportunity to explore commercial law, develop your skills, and connect with our people.

What is Behind the Scenes with Ashurst Perkins Coie?

Behind the Scenes with Ashurst Perkins Coie is our new virtual event series, created to give students and graduates a genuine insight into our firm, our culture, and the opportunities we offer. Each session is carefully designed to pull back the curtain on the day-to-day realities of working at a leading global law firm, with real stories, honest reflections, and practical guidance from our lawyers, trainees and early careers team.

Who Can Attend?

• Behind the Scenes with Ashurst Perkins Coie is open to all students and graduates interested in a legal career, regardless of your degree subject or background.
• Whether you are just starting university, in your final year, or have already graduated, you are welcome to join us and discover more about Ashurst Perkins Coie.
• The series is especially valuable for those considering applying for our vacation schemes, training contract, or first year insight day.

Why Attend Behind the Scenes with Ashurst Perkins Coie?

• Gain a deeper understanding of Ashurst Perkins Coie as a leading global law firm and learn about the legal industry from those who know it best.
• Develop your commercial awareness, legal knowledge, and professional skills to enhance your employability and future career prospects.
• Meet and network with our colleagues from across different areas of the business, who will share their personal journeys and offer practical advice.
• Take part in interactive sessions designed to be informative, enjoyable, and tailored to your interests.

• Event 3: Life as a Trainee at Ashurst Perkins Coie
• Date: 17 September 2026
• Time: 12pm - 1pm

Ever wondered what life is really like as a trainee at a leading global law firm?

We're excited to invite you to Behind the Scenes with Ashurst Perkins Coie: Life as a Trainee. This is your opportunity to hear directly from our current trainees in a live, informal Q&A, speaking bout their experiences.

What's This Session About?

Our trainees will pull back the curtain on their day-to-day lives at Ashurst Perkins Coie, sharing the realities of training at an international firm. From the variety of work they get stuck into, to the challenges they navigate and the milestones they celebrate, this session is designed to give you an authentic picture of what your first steps in law could look like here.

What You Can Expect:

• Real Stories, Real Experiences: Hear first-hand about the projects our trainees work on — from high-profile transactions and cross-border deals to meaningful pro bono initiatives.
• Skills and Development: Learn how our trainees build essential legal and professional skills every day, and how the firm supports their growth at every stage.
• Culture and Support: Discover what makes the training environment at Ashurst Perkins Coie so distinctive, including the collaborative culture and mentoring that help our trainees thrive.
• Your Questions Answered: This is a live Q&A, so come prepared to ask anything — whether it's about day-to-day responsibilities, seat rotations, work-life balance, or the unique opportunities available to trainees here.

Why Should You Join?

There's no better way to understand what a training contract at Ashurst Perkins Coie is really like than hearing it straight from the people living it. Whether you're preparing an application or simply exploring your options, this session will give you the unfiltered insight you need.

The event will be hosted via Zoom, and a meeting link will be circulated to registered attendees the day before the session. We look forward to welcoming you.