Legal Work Experience Placements 2026
A two-week commercial-law placement offering practical experience across corporate, commercial, property and dispute-resolution work.
Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Undergraduate, Graduate, Postgraduate
Law
In-Person
rolling
Last verified: 16 September 2026
About this opportunity
The Jonathan Lea Network offers two-week legal work experience placements during spring, summer and winter 2026. Participants may gain experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, intellectual property, commercial property, share schemes, corporate restructuring and commercial disputes. Participants receive £200 per week towards expenses.
Who is it for?
Candidates who have recently completed, or are due to complete, a law degree, GDL or LPC, as well as those currently following the SQE route.
What you will gain
Practical commercial-law experience, exposure to several practice areas and the possibility of being considered for a future paralegal or training-contract position.
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Requirements
Applicants should be completing or have recently completed a law degree or professional legal qualification, or be pursuing the SQE route. A strong interest in commercial law is expected.
How to apply
Applicants should be completing or have recently completed a law degree or professional legal qualification, or be pursuing the SQE route. A strong interest in commercial law is expected.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official Jonathan Lea Network Solicitors page to apply for this opportunity.
Always confirm eligibility, deadlines, and requirements directly on the official Jonathan Lea Network Solicitors website before applying. Nentra does not guarantee the accuracy of third-party programme details.
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