Is Slaughter and May a partnership?

It is a lockstep partnership: we have never merged with another firm, and we grow together by working for our mutual benefit. We also support each other by respecting autonomy through trust.

Why is Slaughter and May Not an LLP?

Its infrastructure is now utterly distinct from those firms, it has shunned international growth, has not converted to a LLP and is the only pure lockstep big firm left in London.

What kind of firm is Slaughter and May?

full service law firm
We are a full service law firm to corporate clients and have leading practitioners across a wide range of areas including mergers and acquisitions, corporate and commercial, financing, tax, competition, disputes and investigations, real estate, pensions and employment, financial regulation, information technology and …

Is Slaughter and May an international law firm?

Slaughter and May is a leading international law firm, recognised by the global business community for its quality of service, commercial awareness and commitment to clients. Our work is international and cross-border in nature; we go where our clients go.

How many trainees does Slaughter and May have?

Magic circle outfit Slaughter and May has posted its spring 2020 retention score, revealing 29 of its 31 soon-to-be associates were staying put post-qualificaiton. This hands the firm, which takes on around 80 trainees each year, a solid result of 94%.

Do trainee solicitors get a bonus?

First year trainees — who are paid £41,000 a year — will take home an extra £1,640 this December. Trainees in their second year — who are paid £46,000 — will receive an extra £1,840. Associates in excess of four and half years post-qualification experience at the firm will be in line to receive the largest bonuses.

Is Slaughter and May a good law firm?

Slaughter and May is a world renowned law firm, with a stellar reputation. Lawyers at the firm frequently work on international, cross-border matters. In 2020, the firm worked with over 230 law firms in more than 100 jurisdictions, a statistic even more staggering when you consider the COVID-19 pandemic.

Does Slaughter and May have a black partner?

The firm’s diversity statistics, for example, appear out of touch with the 21st century. In its 132 years of existence, Slaughter and May has never had a Black partner. In its London headquarters only 1 in 5 of its partners are female and just 5.4% from ethnic minority backgrounds.

Who are Slaughter and May clients?

Key experience

  • Ocado Group plc. Advised Ocado Group plc, on the establishment of its online grocery retail 50/50 joint venture with Marks and Spencer Group plc.
  • Whitbread plc.
  • Marks and Spencer plc.
  • Watches of Switzerland.
  • Diageo.

How prestigious is Slaughter and May?

Founded in 1889, Slaughter and May is considered to be one of the most prestigious law firms in the world and is a member of the “Magic Circle” of elite London-headquartered law firms.