Selling Points

Global Reach: One of the largest law firms worldwide, headquartered in London with more than 80 offices across 40+ countries, enabling seamless cross-border legal services.
Secondment Opportunities: Trainees benefit from international secondments to locations like Dubai, providing exposure to diverse legal systems and industries.
Pro Bono Leadership: Committed to building capacity in civil society through initiatives like developing Ethiopia’s first Green Tribunal, showcasing its dedication to impactful legal work beyond commercial matters.
Innovation-Focused: Leverages cutting-edge legal technology, such as Aiscension, an AI tool that identifies competition law risks in major corporations. Additionally, DLA Piper hosts Global Technology Summits, staying ahead of technological advances that shape its clients' industries.
Comprehensive Sector Expertise: Advises on media rights, sponsorships, event staging, competition law, and sports infrastructure, making it a versatile partner for sports organizations.

Key Clients

Work Highlights

Premier League: Continues to serve as the Premier League’s primary legal advisor, assisting with a variety of commercial and regulatory matters, including extensive intellectual property enforcement.
European Professional Club Rugby: Advised Investec, a leading international bank and wealth manager, on its partnership with European Professional Club Rugby, solidifying its presence in high-profile sports sponsorships.
Stadium Infrastructure: Advised on several high-profile stadium financing and development projects, showcasing its expertise in sports infrastructure and investment.

Application Deadlines

Summer Internship: opens 16 September, closes when all spaces are filled.