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Law Fairs

We will be attending law fairs at the following universities during 2026-27. Please contact each university’s careers service for further information.

  • Thursday 1 October – Bristol Law Fair
  • Wednesday 7 October – Durham Law Fair           
  • Saturday 10 October – Oxford Law Fair
  • Tuesday 13 October – LSE Law Fair
  • Wednesday 21 October - Warwick Law Fair
  • Tuesday 27 October – KCL Law Fair
  • Wednesday 4 November – Cambridge Law Fair
  • Wednesday 4 November – UCL Law Fair

Open Events at Dechert

Our open events are a great opportunity to learn more about the firm and what it’s like to train with Dechert. Each session will provide insight into our practice areas, work and clients, networking with our trainees and associates and applications skills sessions, all designed to give you a great feel for our culture. We would encourage you to consider attending an open event before submitting your vacation scheme and training contract application.  The next open event will be held in November. To apply for a place, please complete the online application form here. Applications close on Friday 30 October 2026.

First Year Insight Event

Our First Year Insight Event is a fantastic opportunity for first-year university students to learn more about Dechert and explore what a career in commercial law entails. Open to those currently in the first year of a law degree or the first or second year of a non-law degree, the event will include interactive sessions designed to provide insight into our practice areas, the work we do, and the clients we serve, as well as networking opportunities with our trainees and associates. You’ll also benefit from an application skills workshop to help you prepare for applications next cycle. The event will be held in February 2027. To apply for a place, please complete the online application form here. Applications close on 31 December 2026.