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Shepherd and Wedderburn

Who we are?

Shepherd and Wedderburn is a leading Scottish-headquartered UK law firm, with offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, London and Dublin. Establishing long-standing relationships of trust, rooted in legal advice and client service of the highest quality, is our hallmark. Founded in 1768, Shepherd and Wedderburn has been at the forefront of innovation in all the key sectors of the economy.

Where are we here?

PRIME Work Experience

Year groups(s)

England - Year 11
England - Year 12
England - Year 13
Scotland - S4
Scotland - S5
Scotland - S6

Timing

October half-term
Easter holidays
Summer holidays

Course format

In-Person

Renumeration

Unpaid

Programme details

What work experience do we offer?
Our one-week programme includes a variety of experiences which includes work shadowing trainee lawyers, presentation skills training, recruitment workshop, business and legal case studies. The work experience at each office involves a day with one of our clients. Previous clients that have taken part include; Virgin Money, Lloyds Bank, Scottish Power and the University of Aberdeen.

Who can apply?
All of our students meet the criteria of Prime and are sourced either by local government co-ordinators on our behalf or through direct applications to the firm. Visit this page for more information on the PRIME Criteria : https://primecommitment.co.uk/students/

How many spaces are there?
• Edinburgh – 8-10 students
• Glasgow – 12-16 students
• London – 4 students
• Aberdeen – 3 student

Who do I need to contact?
Applications can be made by contacting cameron.thom@shepwedd.com

When submitting an application, please provide the following information:

• Your name

• Your school and year group

• Which office you would like to apply for a placement in

In addition you will have to confirm that you fulfil the PRIME criteria.
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