Firm Profiles
White & Case
White & Case
A US firm known for capital markets, projects, and international arbitration
A US firm known for capital markets, projects, and international arbitration
Year 1 Trainee
£62,000
Year 2 Trainee
£67,000
Newly Qualified
£175,000
About the firm
About the firm
TC Number
±50
Seats
4
Secondments
Yes
Offices
43
White & Case is a global law firm headquartered in New York, founded in 1901. With over 2,500 lawyers across 43 offices in 29 countries, it generated global revenue of $3.6 billion in 2025 with profit per equity partner of $4.4 million. The firm advises on complex cross-border transactions, international arbitration, and major projects for clients including governments, financial institutions, and multinational corporations.
White & Case recruits around 50 trainees per year through its vacation scheme and direct training contract routes. Trainees complete four six-month seat rotations. Secondments are available to international offices and to clients. The firm recruits around 80% of its London trainees through its vacation schemes, with 25 participants per intake. The firm funds SQE preparation via University of Law and provides a maintenance grant during the study period
Practice areas and rankings
Practice areas and rankings
Rankings in Chambers
34
Category
International
White & Case achieved six Band 1 rankings in Chambers UK 2026 in Capital Markets: Debt, Capital Markets: Equity, Construction: International Arbitration, Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas, Projects: Mainly International, and Shareholder Activism: Activist Representation. Overall the firm earned 34 practice area rankings and 85 lawyer rankings. In Chambers Europe 2026, the firm achieved 16 Band 1 rankings across seven jurisdictions The firm was also named "Public M&A Team of the Year" at the British Legal Awards 2024 for its role in SigmaRoc’s €1 billion reverse takeover of CRH’s European lime business.
Top practice areas:
Capital markets
One of the firm's defining practices globally. White & Case advises on the most complex debt and equity capital markets transactions, consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK for both debt and equity capital markets. The firm's depth in this area makes it a direct competitor to Magic Circle firms on the largest deals.
Projects and project finance
A world-leading practice in project development and finance, ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK. The firm advises governments, sponsors, and lenders on major infrastructure, energy, and natural resources projects across emerging and developed markets.
Construction and international arbitration
Ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK for construction international arbitration. White & Case handles major construction disputes including some of the largest infrastructure project arbitrations globally.
Energy and natural resources
Ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK for oil and gas. A leading practice across the full energy spectrum advising on transactions, projects, and disputes in the energy sector worldwide.
Corporate and M&A
A strong transatlantic corporate practice advising on major domestic and cross-border M&A deals. The firm has particular strength in cross-border transactions involving US and English law, competing with Silver Circle and Magic Circle firms on significant mandates.
The application process
Written application
Candidates complete an online application form with a cover letter. The cover letter should be concise, tailored specifically to White & Case, and explain why you want to be a lawyer and why White & Case specifically. Avoid restating the firm's promotional materials as the cover letter is an opportunity to demonstrate genuine knowledge of the firm's practice areas and recent deals.
Psychometric Testing
Candidates who progress are invited to complete an immersive skills-based online assessment. No legal knowledge is required.
Interview Stage
Candidates complete a video assessment. Three questions are asked with 2 minutes to both prepare and record each answer. A practice question is provided beforehand to help candidates settle in.
Assessment Centre
If successful, you’ll take part in a written exercise and interview. You'll discuss your experiences and motivations for law and for joining White & Case. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions.
The application process
Written application
Candidates complete an online application form with a cover letter. The cover letter should be concise, tailored specifically to White & Case, and explain why you want to be a lawyer and why White & Case specifically. Avoid restating the firm's promotional materials as the cover letter is an opportunity to demonstrate genuine knowledge of the firm's practice areas and recent deals.
Psychometric Testing
Candidates who progress are invited to complete an immersive skills-based online assessment. No legal knowledge is required.
Interview Stage
Candidates complete a video assessment. Three questions are asked with 2 minutes to both prepare and record each answer. A practice question is provided beforehand to help candidates settle in.
Assessment Centre
If successful, you’ll take part in a written exercise and interview. You'll discuss your experiences and motivations for law and for joining White & Case. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions.
Firm history
Firm History
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Firm Profiles
White & Case
A US firm known for capital markets, projects, and international arbitration
Year 1
Trainee
£62,000
Year 2
Trainee
£67,000
Newly
Qualified
£175,000
Practice areas and rankings
Rankings in Chambers
34
Category
International
White & Case achieved six Band 1 rankings in Chambers UK 2026 in Capital Markets: Debt, Capital Markets: Equity, Construction: International Arbitration, Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas, Projects: Mainly International, and Shareholder Activism: Activist Representation. Overall the firm earned 34 practice area rankings and 85 lawyer rankings. In Chambers Europe 2026, the firm achieved 16 Band 1 rankings across seven jurisdictions The firm was also named "Public M&A Team of the Year" at the British Legal Awards 2024 for its role in SigmaRoc’s €1 billion reverse takeover of CRH’s European lime business.
Top practice areas:
Capital markets
One of the firm's defining practices globally. White & Case advises on the most complex debt and equity capital markets transactions, consistently ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK for both debt and equity capital markets. The firm's depth in this area makes it a direct competitor to Magic Circle firms on the largest deals.
Projects and project finance
A world-leading practice in project development and finance, ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK. The firm advises governments, sponsors, and lenders on major infrastructure, energy, and natural resources projects across emerging and developed markets.
Construction and international arbitration
Ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK for construction international arbitration. White & Case handles major construction disputes including some of the largest infrastructure project arbitrations globally.
Energy and natural resources
Ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK for oil and gas. A leading practice across the full energy spectrum advising on transactions, projects, and disputes in the energy sector worldwide.
Corporate and M&A
A strong transatlantic corporate practice advising on major domestic and cross-border M&A deals. The firm has particular strength in cross-border transactions involving US and English law, competing with Silver Circle and Magic Circle firms on significant mandates.
About the firm
TC Number
±50
Seats
4
Secondments
Yes
Offices
43
White & Case is a global law firm headquartered in New York, founded in 1901. With over 2,500 lawyers across 43 offices in 29 countries, it generated global revenue of $3.6 billion in 2025 with profit per equity partner of $4.4 million. The firm advises on complex cross-border transactions, international arbitration, and major projects for clients including governments, financial institutions, and multinational corporations.
White & Case recruits around 50 trainees per year through its vacation scheme and direct training contract routes. Trainees complete four six-month seat rotations. Secondments are available to international offices and to clients. The firm recruits around 80% of its London trainees through its vacation schemes, with 25 participants per intake. The firm funds SQE preparation via University of Law and provides a maintenance grant during the study period
The application process
Vacation Scheme Deadline
TBD
AAB
A-Levels Reqs.
Degree Reqs.
2:1
Written application
Candidates complete an online application form with a cover letter. The cover letter should be concise, tailored specifically to White & Case, and explain why you want to be a lawyer and why White & Case specifically. Avoid restating the firm's promotional materials as the cover letter is an opportunity to demonstrate genuine knowledge of the firm's practice areas and recent deals.
Psychometric Testing
Candidates who progress are invited to complete an immersive skills-based online assessment. No legal knowledge is required.
Interview Stage
Candidates complete a video assessment. Three questions are asked with 2 minutes to both prepare and record each answer. A practice question is provided beforehand to help candidates settle in.
Assessment Centre
If successful, you’ll take part in a written exercise and interview. You'll discuss your experiences and motivations for law and for joining White & Case. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions.
Firm History
Ready to apply?
The Future Trainee Academy covers the full application, including written applications, online assessments, interviews, and assessment centres.
For situational judgment and reasoning practice, the Watson Glaser Practice Hub gives you unlimited free timed tests with worked explanations.