What We’re Looking For
Strong Academics
We value candidates with excellent academic achievements who can demonstrate analyticalthinking and attention to detail.
Local Links
We’re committed to our community across North Wales and Chester, and value candidates with strong local connections.
Well-Rounded Individual
Beyond academics, we look for candidates with diverse interests, extracurricular activities, and relevant experience.
What our trainees say
“During the first seat of my training contract, I have experienced a significant level of responsibility and been fortunate to work closely with senior fee earners who hold a wealth of knowledge and experience. The regional presence of the firm means I get to work on diverse cases while maintaining a great work-life balance in a beautiful part of the country. The friendly and approachable nature of the team at AH means that I have received personalised training and expert support and guidance. I continue to look forward to my next two seats before qualification.”
Seren, First Year Trainee
“Allington Hughes very generously tailored my TC to ensure that I was able to train with the amazing Criminal Team allowing me to feel as prepared as I could be for Court when I qualified”. The regional presence of the firm means I get to work on diverse cases while maintaining a great work-life balance in a beautiful part of the country.”
Charlotte, qualified in October 2024
“Being a trainee comes with a lot of exposure to different departments and styles of learning. It can be challenging at times but the culture at Allington Hughes is that all employees regardless of their position highly engage with trainees and offers support and guidance when required. I have found this has allowed me to gain more confidence and knowledge as I reach the end of my training contract.”
Tendai, Second Year Trainee
“Upon completing my Legal Practice Course in 2021 I joined the firm as a paralegal and in 2023 progressed to a trainee solicitor. I applied for a training contract at the firm as I knew that it would provide me with the opportunity to rotate seats and experience the work of different departments. Each seat presented me with new challenges and experiences, allowing me to identify opportunities for personal growth and development.”
Daniela, Second Year Trainee
We strive for the best – awards and recognition
- Legal 500 – Recommended Firm in multiple practice areas
- Chambers & Partners – Ranked firm for excellence in legal services
- Law Society – Multiple accreditations including Lexcel quality mark
How to Apply
Ready to take the first step in your legal career? Here’s what you need to do:
- Prepare your CV highlighting your academic achievements, work experience, and
extracurricular activities - Write a compelling covering letter explaining why you want to join Allington Hughes Law and
why we need you. - Send both documents to: traineerecruitment@allingtonhughes.co.uk
Application Deadline: 31st May 2025
What does our process look like?
ON RECEIPT OF YOUR APPLICATION
The short-listing process will not be completed until the closing date has passed. Within 6 weeks of the application deadline , we will write to you and let you know how your application is progressing. Please note that due to the volume of applicants, we will not be able to give detailed feedback if you have not been invited for an interview.
FIRST STAGE INTERVIEW
If you have been selected for an interview, you will be invited into one of our offices to meet with three of our Directors. This will be a formal interview which will last for around 45 minutes and won’t require a presentation. We will then contact you to advise whether you have been successful.
SECOND STAGE ASSESSMENT
If you have been successful at the first stage, we will invite you back for a second stage assessment which will be detailed at the time.
OFFER STAGE
If you have been successful, we will write to you with a formal offer of employment, starting in the first week of September of the year you have been recruited for.
PRIOR TO STARTING WORK WITH US
Before you start, we will get back in touch to arrange a get-together with some of our current trainees, so you can meet some friendly faces and get the low-down on what has been going on since your last visit.
This should make day one a bit easier!
