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We're excited to launch our 2026/27 programme of events for students and graduates interested in exploring a career with Clifford Chance in London and the Middle East.
This year's events programme features a wide range of opportunities to help you learn more about the firm, develop your skills and prepare for the recruitment process. From application guidance and law fairs to campus events, networking opportunities and career development sessions, each event is designed to support you at every stage of your Early Talent journey.
We look forward to welcoming you to our upcoming events. Explore the full events calendar and register today to secure your place.
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Flagship Events
| Event Name | Date | Time | Region | Description | Register |
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| Legal Cheek Flagship Event: Talking Tech: A career in technology law | 3-Sept-2026 | 15:45-18:30 | UK | Explore the fast-evolving world of technology law and discover how lawyers help clients navigate emerging technologies, digital innovation and complex regulatory challenges. Hear from legal professionals about their careers, gain insights into the sector, and learn more about opportunities in this growing area of law. | Event has now passed |
| One Firm | 8-Oct-2026 | TBC | UK | More information coming soon | More information coming soon |
Insight Events
| Event Name | Date | Time | Region | Description | Register |
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| London Insight Day | 10-Nov-2026 | Full Day | UK | Join us at our Canary Wharf office in London for an engaging Insight Day showcasing our opportunities in London. Experience the world of law through interactive workshops, insider guidance on our application process, and firsthand insights from trainees. Discover the intricacies of high-profile deals, connect with lawyers at every stage of their careers, and explore the latest hot topics in law. You’ll also meet our affinity networks, gain a deeper understanding of our culture and growth opportunities, and leave inspired and equipped to begin your legal journey. Don’t miss this chance to unlock your potential and kick-start your legal career with us. |
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| Middle East Insight Day | 12-Nov-2026 | Full Day | UK | Join us at our Canary Wharf office in London for an inspiring day focused on launching your legal career in the Middle East. You’ll connect over breakfast with early career professionals, hear from senior leaders about their work and landmark deals in the region, and network with lawyers who have first-hand experience of working there. The day also includes a lively panel discussion and Q&A with trainees and associates, plus practical guidance on the PGDL and SQE requirements and the support we provide to future trainees. This flagship event is a unique opportunity to build connections, gain valuable insights, and take the first step toward a career in the Middle East — don’t miss it! |
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Virtual Skills Session Series
| Event Name | Date | Time | Region | Description | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skills Session: Standout applications and commercial thinking | 24-Sept-2026 | 16:00-17:15 | UK | Want to make a strong impression with your application? Join our early talent team and a trainee for How to Write a Winning Application. We’ll walk you through the process - from the online form to the Watson Glaser test and video interview - sharing tips on structuring answers, avoiding common mistakes, and showcasing your strengths. You’ll also learn how commercial awareness can set you apart and show your potential to contribute to the firm. Bring your questions and leave ready to make your application shine. | Register here |
| Skills Session: Road to the Real Contract | 7-Oct-2026 | 12:00-13:30 | UK | Wondering what it really takes to succeed as a trainee solicitor at Clifford Chance? Register for The Road to the Real Contract—a skills session led by an associate and a member of our early talent team. Discover the commitment, attitudes, and skills needed to thrive, from application to qualification, at a leading global law firm. | Register here |
| Skills Session: Standout applications and commercial thinking | 15-Oct-2026 | 16:00-17:15 | UK | Want to make a strong impression with your application? Join our early talent team and a trainee for How to Write a Winning Application. We’ll walk you through the process - from the online form to the Watson Glaser test and video interview - sharing tips on structuring answers, avoiding common mistakes, and showcasing your strengths. You’ll also learn how commercial awareness can set you apart and show your potential to contribute to the firm. Bring your questions and leave ready to make your application shine. | Register here |
| Skills Session: 10 Typical Trainee Tasks | 22-Oct-2026 | 12:30-13:30 | UK | Curious about the day-to-day role of a trainee? Join our early talent team and a trainee for a concise overview of the role. Explore ten typical trainee tasks - from drafting documents and attending client meetings to due diligence and transaction support. Gain practical insights, ask questions, and leave with a clearer sense of whether this career is right for you—and how to reflect that in a standout application. | Register here |
| Skills Session: Standout applications and commercial thinking | 11-Nov-2026 | 16:00-17:15 | UK | Want to make a strong impression with your application? Join our early talent team and a trainee for How to Write a Winning Application. We’ll walk you through the process - from the online form to the Watson Glaser test and video interview - sharing tips on structuring answers, avoiding common mistakes, and showcasing your strengths. You’ll also learn how commercial awareness can set you apart and show your potential to contribute to the firm. Bring your questions and leave ready to make your application shine. | Register here |
Year 12 Events
| Event Name | Date | Time | Region | Description | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Young Professionals: Get Into Law multi-employer | 16-Sept-2026 | 17:00-19:00 | UK | Join us on for an action-packed virtual event where you will dive into engaging panel discussions with top law firms and connect directly with apprentices and recruiters from a variety of law firms. Explore breakout rooms, discover career paths, and gain insights and advice to jumpstart your journey as an aspiring lawyer. | Register here |
| Young Professionals: An Insight into Clifford Chance | 7-Oct-2026 | 17:00-18:30 | UK | Want to learn more about working at a global commercial law firm? If so, join us for an event hosted by Young Professionals. Hear directly from senior lawyers and trainees about our dynamic work, discover how to boost your career, and learn how to submit a strong application for ACCESS, our work experience programme for Year 12 students. | More information coming soon |
| Young Professionals: Your Child Their Future | 13-Oct-2026 | 18:00-19:30 | UK | Navigating the world of careers can feel challenging for both young people and their families. Join us for this virtual Young Professionals event, where you'll hear from experienced professionals, explore different career paths, and learn how parents and guardians can help their children make informed decisions about their future. | Register here |
| Young Professionals: ACCESS Get Into Law | 28-Oct-2026 | 15:15-18:30 | UK | Want to learn more about working at a global commercial law firm? If so, join us for an event hosted by Young Professionals. Hear directly from senior lawyers and trainees about our dynamic work, discover how to boost your career, and learn how to submit a strong application for ACCESS, our work experience programme for Year 12 students. | Register here |
Where else you can meet us?
| Event Name | Date | Time | Region | Description | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair Series | 2-Sept-2026 | 14:00-17:00 | UK | Join us at the Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair to explore what a career at Clifford Chance could look like. You'll hear from our lawyers, trainees and early talent team about life at the firm, the work we do, and the opportunities available across our early talent programmes. Whether you're just starting to explore commercial law or preparing to apply, this event offers valuable insights, practical advice and the chance to have your questions answered by those working in the profession. | Event has passed. |
| Bright Network Future Lawyers | 8-Sept-2026 | 11:00-17:00 | UK | Join us at Bright Network Future Lawyers to explore what a career in commercial law could look like at Clifford Chance. Meet our early talent team, trainees and lawyers, gain insights into the work we do, and learn more about our early talent opportunities. Whether you're beginning to explore the legal profession or preparing to apply, this event offers practical advice, valuable insights and the opportunity to have your questions answered by those working across the firm. | Event has passed. |
| Legal Cheek Live in London: Fair | 9-Sept-2026 | 13:30-17:00 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Event has passed. |
| Bright Network Festival | 11-Sept-2026 | 09:30-17:00 | UK | We’re excited to return as a partner for Bright Network Festival, the UK’s leading graduate career event that unites thousands of members and top employers. Meet the early talent team, trainees and associates at our careers stand at the fair. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Live in Dublin: Fair | 15-Sept-2026 | 13:30-16:30 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Live in Belfast: Fair | 22-Sept-2026 | 13:30-16:30 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Register here |
| 93% Club Social Mobility Factory | 25-Sept-2026 | 10:00-21:00 | UK | Join us at The 93% Club Social Mobility Factory to explore opportunities in commercial law and learn more about life at Clifford Chance. Meet our lawyers, trainees and early talent team, gain insights into our work and culture, and discover the support available through our early talent programmes. Whether you're considering a career in law or looking to build your professional skills and network, this event offers practical advice, valuable connections and the opportunity to learn from those working across the firm. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Live in Newcastle: Fair | 29-Sept-2026 | 13:30-16:30 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Live in Birmingham: Fair | 30-Sept-2026 | 13:00-17:00 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Live in Edinburgh: Fair | 01-Oct-2026 | 13:30-16:30 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair Series | 06-Oct-2026 | 14:00-17:00 | UK | Join us at the Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair to explore what a career at Clifford Chance could look like. You'll hear from our lawyers, trainees and early talent team about life at the firm, the work we do, and the opportunities available across our early talent programmes. Whether you're just starting to explore commercial law or preparing to apply, this event offers valuable insights, practical advice and the chance to have your questions answered by those working in the profession. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Live in Manchester: Fair | 13-Oct-2026 | 12:30-16:30 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Live in Bristol: Fair | 20-Oct-2026 | 13:00-16:30 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Live in Leeds: Fair | 27-Oct-2026 | 13:30-17:00 | UK | Meet us on the road! At this event, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with trainees, associates, and our early careers team. We'll also be hosting a Clifford Chance dedicated workshop on the day. Register now to secure your place. | Register here |
| The Challenge | This is a 3 day event | Varying times | UK | Step into the role of a Clifford Chance trainee through an immersive insight experience designed to test your collaboration, adaptability and problem-solving skills. Work alongside other aspiring commercial lawyers, use AI-powered tools and experience the pace and complexity of global legal work first-hand. The Challenge gives you the opportunity to experience a training contract before you even have one, and standout performers could be fast-tracked to a Training Contract Assessment Day. | Apply here |
| Why STEM students make great lawyers 2026 | 4-Nov-2026 | 15:00-17:00 | UK | Interested in how a STEM background can open doors to a career in law? Join us for this virtual event to hear from lawyers and trainees who have successfully made the transition from science, technology, engineering and mathematics into the legal profession. Discover how skills developed through STEM subjects can be applied in a commercial law environment, gain insight into a range of career paths, and learn more about the opportunities available to aspiring future lawyers. Based on details from the event description. | Register here |
| Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair Series | 17-Nov-2026 | 14:00-17:00 | UK | Join us at the Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair to explore what a career at Clifford Chance could look like. You'll hear from our lawyers, trainees and early talent team about life at the firm, the work we do, and the opportunities available across our early talent programmes. Whether you're just starting to explore commercial law or preparing to apply, this event offers valuable insights, practical advice and the chance to have your questions answered by those working in the profession. | Register here |