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The Dundee Law Fair took place on Tuesday 4th October 2011, 11am - 2.30pm in the Bonar Hall, Park Place, Dundee.

All University of Dundee students and graduates were welcome to attend this event FREE of Charge, and there was no need to book to attend!

Listed below are the organisations who attended this year's Fair:

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BPP University College of Professional Studies Ltd


BPP is a leading private education and training provider in business, law, finance, tax and accountancy, established in 1976.

BPP has over 6,500 students at its UK law and business schools, and trains over 30,000 accountants. Its programmes cover undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, MBAs, short courses, summer schools, training and ongoing development for professionals. BPP Learning Media is a market leader for published study materials and communications tools for training.

BPP has its main city schools in London, Bristol, Birmingham, Cambridge, Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle and Manchester, together with regional centres across the UK, and offers a range of flexible study options - including full and part-time programmes, accelerated courses, online and distance learning. In 2007, BPP was granted degree awarding powers by the Privy Council, and in 2010 was granted University College status.

In 2009, BPP became part of the Apollo Group.

Website: http://www.bpp.com

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Brodies


A Scottish law firm with a national and international capability, Brodies has a reputation for uncompromising quality, expertise and innovation. With eighteen practice areas ranked No.1 by independent directories, the firm lays claim to more leading practitioners than any other firm in Scotland. While growing as a full-service commercial firm, expanding our specialist capabilities in rapidly changing sectors such as technology and renewable energy, we have continued to strengthen our reputation in traditional core areas such as commercial property, private client and rural affairs.

A traineeship at Brodies will provide you with the right skills base to develop your career. It will equip you with the legal expertise and acumen necessary to become a solicitor who can provide the legal service our clients are looking for. During your traineeship you will experience work in a minimum of three business areas and you will work from any of our offices in either Edinburgh, Glasgow or Aberdeen.

We have seats in Litigation, Employment, Property, Banking, Corporate and Private Client. Through these departments you can gain exposure to specialisms such as IP/IT, Construction, Projects and Family Law. All of our trainees are expected to do seats in Property which is our largest, market leading department. You will also have access to a quality IT system that exploits IT to meet the needs of the clients and the firm.

Where better than a Summer Placement at Brodies to give you hands on experience of working in a commercial law firm! This is an excellent opportunity for you to experience the inner workings of our firm. It will allow you a greater understanding of our business, our values, our culture and our people, and will also give you the opportunity to experience, first hand, the quality of our work and the range of top quality clients that we act on behalf of. During your placement you will be based in one department. However, we also want you to hear about all of our different departments and the different work that they do. You will get the chance to do this at the "Learning Breakfast" sessions and there you can gain a broader exposure to the business. We want you to get the best out of your summer placement which is why we will assign you a mentor within your department. They will be on hand to guide you through the placement, answer your questions and assist you with key tasks. As part of your placement your mentor will set a research project. This will help you use some of the skills you have already learned at University as well as provide us with some beneficial legal knowledge!

Website: http://www.brodies.com

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Burness


We will be recruiting for 2012 and 2013 Traineeship places, alongside Summer Student places for Summer 2012.

Website: http://www.burness.co.uk

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City Law School, City University London


The City Law School is one of London's major law schools. Located in the heart of legal London, we offer courses for everyone interested in following a career in law, no matter what stage you are at in your education or where you are from. Our exceptional legal courses are fully accredited by the relevant professional bodies and are developed and delivered by our team of highly respected practitioners and academics. We take a personalised approach to your learning experience and aim to develop you into the professional, dynamic, highly motivated, "practice-ready" lawyers of the future.

Website: http://www.city.ac.uk/law

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Clifford Chance


At Clifford Chance our goal is to be at the forefront of the elite group of international law firms that is emerging. Clifford Chance, UK Law Firm of the Year (Chambers Europe Awards 2011) and Banking & Finance Team of the Year (The Lawyer Awards 2011), has more tier-one rankings in the global tables of Chambers Global 2011 than any other firm.

We’ve established an international reputation for excellence by engaging with the issues and decisions that underpin our clients’ success. Our practice is broad and far-reaching, providing diverse opportunities for talented individuals to develop careers with us and learn from our world-leading legal professionals.

Clifford Chance is a firm of exceptional lawyers drawn from a wide range of backgrounds - there is no one ‘type’ here. Instead, we aim to recruit people who can help us to give our clients a competitive edge in challenging situations. We’re looking for people who can respond to challenges and have the potential to become outstanding lawyers - irrespective of what you have studied at university.

Website: http://www.cliffordchance.com/gradsuk.

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CLT Scotland


CLT Scotland is the leading provider of legal training in Scotland, offering specialist legal qualifications at Level 10 on the SCQF scale (equivalent to PEAT 1). A specialist legal qualification is a practical distance learning qualification in a particular area of law, delivered in association with the University of Strathclyde.

A specialist qualification is available in each of the following areas: Civil Litigation: General; Civil Litigation: Debt Recovery; Civil Litigation: Reparation; Commercial Conveyancing; Company Law; Criminal Law; Employment Law ; Family Law; Residential Conveyancing; Wills, Trusts and Executries.

Our highly practical qualifications in defined areas help you stand out from the crowd.

The practical knowledge gained will improve your CV and enhance your career prospects by showing your commitment to a career in the legal profession. As the qualification is distance learning you can also fit it around work and other commitments.

Website: http://www.clt-scotland.co.uk ; http://www.paralegaldistancelearning.co.uk

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CMS Cameron McKenna LLP


We have a strong and successful presence in Scotland. Our Aberdeen and Edinburgh offices offer trainees an exceptional opportunity to develop varied skills and valuable knowledge by providing a range of corporate and commercial services.

Traineeships we will have available: over the two years you train with us, you'll have four six-month placements or 'seats' - allowing you to experience different areas of practice. To develop your skills, you'll also have the opportunity to spend a seat in our London office and attend secondments in the UK. In every one of your seats you'll have the guidance of a supervisor, who'll help to plan your career and take a close interest in your development. You'll find our salaries highly competitive, especially for the Scottish market. All salaries are reviewed annually.

Vacation scheme opportunities: the programme involves the opportunity to spend two weeks working in Scotland, with the opportunity to spend a week in our London headquarters. For more details please visit our website.

Website: http://www.cmstalklaw.com

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College of Law (The)


The College of Law is the UK's leading provider of legal education. Our innovative courses are designed and taught by lawyers, with a clear focus on building the practical skills, commercial awareness and independent thinking you'll need to succeed in the modern world of law. Our unique Future Lawyers Network will give you the inside track on preparing for your career in law. Website: http://www.lawcol.co.uk

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Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service


The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) is responsible for the prosecution of crime in Scotland, the investigation of sudden or suspicious deaths, and the investigation of complaints against the police. We work closely with our partners in the criminal justice system to help make Scotland a safer place.

Website: http://www.copfs.gov.uk

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Dickson Minto


Dickson Minto specialises in all areas of corporate and commercial property law. Established in 1985, the firm through its offices in London and Edinburgh, has grown substantially and handles a wide range of corporate transactions. The firm deals with transactions of all sizes and complexity for its clients, which include private companies, listed companies, banks and financial institutions.

With its emphasis on the recruitment and intensive training of high quality staff, it has been able to maintain and continues to provide a flexible service, responsive and dedicated to the needs of its clients. Details of our traineeships and summer placements can be found on our website.

Website: http://www.dicksonminto.com

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Digby Brown


Founded in 1907, Digby Brown is today Scotland's largest specialist personal injury practice. We are rated Band 1 by the leading independent publications, Chambers Guide to the UK Legal Profession and Legal 500. With offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, Glenrothes and Inverness, we handle personal injury compensation claims across Scotland. We are able to offer a complete funding and insurance package through our litigation funding company, Compensate. This gives our clients access to justice with no financial risk.

Website: http://www.digbybrown.co.uk

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DLA Piper


DLA Piper is a global law firm, supporting businesses across the world with their commercial legal needs. They now have more than 3,500 lawyers working from over 60 offices across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the US. Their current vision is to be the leading global business law firm. DLA Piper offers its trainees the opportunity to apply for international secondments to a range of its offices, as well as a number of client secondments.

DLA Piper runs two week summer schemes across all of its UK offices. The schemes aim to give a thorough insight into life at the firm. There will be approximately 170 places available for 2011 and approximately 80 training contracts available for 2014.

Website: http://www.dlapipergraduates.co.uk

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Dundas & Wilson CS LLP


Dundas & Wilson offers interesting and demanding work and a supportive environment. The traineeship is challenging and you will work hard but you will have the opportunity to work with clients on interesting deals and with some of the best lawyers in the UK. Our offices are all open plan which encourages engagement between teams and people.

We are a UK commercial law firm which is client centric in everything we do. We deliver value to our clients through our sector led approach and expertise.

We think and act 'client first' not only in the content of our advice, but how we deliver it. Our specialists work together as one client team to provide a wide range of legal services. Through this integrated approach, our clients see our team as an extension of their team and enjoy working with us. We pride ourselves on the continued development of long-term sustainable client relationships.

Our reputation is built on providing legal advice of the highest quality. Quality to us is more than just technical excellence; it is about our continued commitment to go above and beyond in everything we do.

Website: http://www.dundas-wilson.com

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Faculty of Advocates


The Faculty of Advocates is a body of independent lawyers who have been admitted to practise as Advocates before the Courts of Scotland. Students will have the opportunity to discuss the process for admission to the Faculty of Advocates and be able to pose questions to a practising member of Faculty.

Website: http://www.advocates.org.uk

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Government Legal Service


The Government Legal Service for Scotland (GLSS) is a professional community of lawyers in Scotland. Lawyers working with the GLSS and its related offices are engaged in a wide variety of interesting and intellectually challenging work, involving all aspects of government, ranging from development and implementation of new law, high profile litigation and dealing with novel devolution or other constitutional problems. European Union, Human Right and Devolution Law form a constant background to Government legal work.

Unfortunately due to financial constraints, the GLSS are unable to offer Summer Placement Schemes for 2011. We are currently reviewing whether the scheme can be run in 2012. Further information will be posted on our website. We will however, be able to offer Traineeships and will be recruiting around August/September for placements commencing 2013.

Website: http://www.scotland.gov.uk/About/Directorates/Services-Groups/LPS/glss

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HJB Gateley


HBJ Gateley is a full service national law firm that promotes the commercial interests of companies, individuals and organisations. Trading as Gateley in England and HBJ Gateley in Scotland we offer solutions-driven, flexible and commercial legal advice based on an integrated and partner-led service. We are committed to the communities in which we live and work and actively support the ability of our teams to fulfil their potential. HBJ Gateley offers a structured summer placement scheme to third or fourth year LLB students (or first or second year of the accelerated LLB) interested in applying for a training contract with us. Our summer placement scheme reflects the format of HBJ Gateley's training contracts. The aim is to offer candidates a snapshot of training with us.'

Closing dates: Summer Placement 2012 applications for Traineeship commencing in 2014- end January 2012.

Website: http://www.hbjgateley.com

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Law Society of Scotland (The)


The Law Society of Scotland is the professional body for over 10,000 solicitors in Scotland. It has a dual responsibility in promoting both the interests of the solicitors' profession in Scotland and the interests of the public in relation to the profession. The Society has a duty to ensure that those entering the profession are "fit and proper" to do so and therefore oversees the education and training of solicitors. The Society is also a point of reference for future solicitors during the qualification process, and can answer questions about the route to qualification as solicitor and can provide advice and support to all law students.

Website: http://www.lawscot.org.uk/becomingasolicitor

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Ledingham Chalmers


Ledingham Chalmers is one of the biggest legal firms in the North and North East of Scotland. We can offer opportunities across a range of specialisms and provide you with an environment to fulfil your professional aspirations. In return for your hard work we will offer a competitive package and professional development opportunities.

Website: http://www.ledinghamchalmers.com

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McClure Naismith


Lawyers who train with us work alongside experienced and well regarded practitioners who will guide and help trainees develop the skills needed to succeed as a lawyer able to deliver our range of diverse legal services. As a trainee, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of different areas where you will find colleagues supportive and friendly. Training in the delivery of legal services is a given in any traineeship. However, with us you will also be given training in the business aspects of delivering legal services including client care, marketing and business development, information management and presentation skills.

Website: http://www.mcclurenaismith.com

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MacRoberts


We recruit a number trainees each year to spend a two year training period gaining experience in a number of areas across the Firm. Generally you will work in four different departments for a period of six months. While training is mostly "on the job" there are plenty of opportunities to attend seminars and broaden your knowledge. Some of the groups you may spend time in include: Corporate, Employment, Dispute Resolution, Real Estate, Environmental & Planning, Pensions, Projects, Private Client and Intellectual Property Technology & Commercial.

Website: http://www.macroberts.com

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Pinsent Masons


Pinsent Masons is a full service international law firm with over 1000 lawyers globally. We have offices in all the major UK business centres and more recently have been developing our overseas network of offices in the Asia Pacific and Gulf Region. Pinsent Masons provides legal services to a wide variety of clients including multi-national corporations, government departments and public sector institutions.

At Pinsent Masons you can expect a constant flow of stimulating assignments. The aim is to develop not just your legal expertise but also your market knowledge and commercial awareness. The firm is organised into five key practice areas: Corporate & Tax, Financial Institutions & Human Capital (which includes Banking, Employment, Financial Services and Pensions) Projects & Construction, Property and Strategic Business Services (which includes Competition, Dispute Resolution, Information & Communications Technology and Intellectual Property).

Website: http://www.pinsentmasons.com

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Scottish Law Commission


The Scottish Law Commission is a key player in reforming the laws of Scotland and offers an exciting challenge to those with an interest in research and law reform. We are an independent statutory body headed by Commissioners drawn from the ranks of those holding judicial office, advocates, solicitors or academic lawyers. The remaining legal staff are seconded from the Government Legal Service for Scotland (GLSS) or are law graduates.

Each year we look for a number of outstanding law graduates to join us as legal assistants on fixed term appointments of one year. We offer a unique opportunity to become involved in reforming the laws of Scotland and to work among some of the most highly acclaimed legal professionals in Scots law.

We also offer a small number of summer placements.

Website: http://www.scotlawcom.gov.uk

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Scottish Legal Aid Board (The)


The Scottish Legal Aid Board was set up in 1987 to manage legal aid in Scotland. We are a non-departmental public body responsible to the Scottish Government. Legal Aid for civil and criminal matters is offered by many private firms, specialist law centres and solicitors employed by the Scottish Legal Aid Board. Find out how you can contribute to access for justice for all in your legal traineeship and career.

Website: http://www.slab.org.uk

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Stronachs


Stronachs is one of the largest law firms in NE Scotland. It focuses on corporate and commercial law, including mergers, funding and employment, and has one of the strongest oil and gas teams in the UK. Stronachs also provides private client services. Stronachs will be recruiting up to five trainees to start in September 2013. Each trainee will spend six months in four out of five business areas: Commercial Property, Corporate, Court, Employment, Private Client. The salary is above the recommended Law Society of Scotland rate.

Website: http://www.stronachs.com

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Thompsons Solicitors


Thompsons Solicitors Scotland have grown from a two Partner, three support staff firm in 1979 to one of the largest specialist personal injury practices in Scotland with offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen. Specialists in personal injury claims from minor accidents to fatal accidents, Thompson’s dedication to the rights of victims of accident and disease and to workers' rights is beyond question.

Thompsons don’t just argue on the existing laws, they campaign to make sure the laws are fair and relevant to modern society. Thompson’s aims are to create a safety culture, wherein employees can attend their work safe in the knowledge that they will return home in the same physical and mental state of health each night.

Thompsons have won three major awards, three years running: Law Firm of the Year 2009 ; Solicitor of the Year (Frank Maguire) 2010 ; Law Firm of the Year 2011.

Website: http://www.thompsons-scotland.co.uk

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Thorntons Law LLP


We have 29 partners, around 270 employees and offices in Dundee, Perth, Arbroath, Forfar and Edinburgh.

We are a general practice with legal departments - Litigation, Private Client, Conveyancing and Business Law. We also have 4 Estate Agencies and provide financial and investment services.

Traineeship: We offer a varied and balanced traineeship with experience in several departments and locations. The Traineeship is typically divided up into 4 "seats" of around 6 months in duration. Our Trainees can be based at any of our offices.

Training: Our trainees experience real work and client contact. They are assisted by the services of legal support staff and administrators, leaving them to do the work of a lawyer. The trainee programme is supported by a mixture of on and off-the-job training.

Trainee Support: Supporting our Trainees is paramount to Thorntons. We aim to provide a positive learning and development environment supported by Trainers, the HR Team and others.

Website: http://www.thorntons-law.co.uk

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Turcan Connell


Turcan Connell acts exclusively for private individuals, charities and the owners and managers of land. Today, 21 Partners, two Principals and a staff of around 300 bring together a unique combination of skills and expertise. We advise on areas such as trust and tax, land and property, family businesses, charities, employment law, family law, litigation as well as providing investment management*, financial planning* and tax services. We are based in modern offices in Edinburgh's city centre.

Application forms for traineeships beginning in October 2013 will be available from our website in July/August 2011. The closing date is yet to be finalised.

As a trainee with the firm that is described by Chambers UK Guide as "one of the UK's premier private client firms" and as the "market leader in private client matters" by the Legal 500, you will have the opportunity to work closely with specialised teams in a challenging and rewarding environment. During your two year traineeship you will have four seats, each lasting six months, giving you the opportunity to experience a variety of different areas of the firm.

During your traineeship with us you will be assigned a mentor. Your mentor will help you develop your technical skills and knowledge and provide support during this time. You will be given responsibility, client contact and ownership of your own workload from the outset. Although this means that we will expect you to work hard and rise to the challenges that come your way, we do also expect that you'll want to join in with some of our social activities. There are plenty of opportunities to do so with Christmas parties, summer barbecues, football, hockey and golf to name but a few.

We will also be recruiting for Summer Internships for 2012, details of which will be available from the careers section of our website towards the end of 2011.

Website: http://www.turcanconnell.comk

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Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP


If you become a trainee at WJM we will already have recognised something different about you. We are a full service commercial law firm that prides itself on being technically superb and client-centric in everything we do. This means that everyone at every level within the organisation must have the drive and ability to anticipate what our clients needs are, sometimes before they do, and act not only as technical advisors but also as client centric advisors.

We recruit about 5 trainees per year so that we can really focus on your technical and non-technical development and integration into our vision and values. As a trainee you can expect to learn from a variety of experience in four six-month seats in different core areas and also by participating in our established training programme, which includes Firm wide training and in-depth training specific to you at your stage of learning.

Once we have established that you think like us and would embrace our culture we will look at your University performance, being guided by your achievement of expected achievement of at least a 2:1 Degree.

You can be guaranteed to feel a part of our Firm from the word go. You will have responsibilities and support from day one.

Website: http://www.wjm.co.uk

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