Legal Traineeship 2026

Job Description

Company Description:

Neil Kilcoyne Solicitors is a Glasgow city centre based firm specialising in four key areas: family/child law, private client law, adults with incapacity and criminal law.

Role Description:

This is a full-time, on-site position. The successful candidate will be involved in work from day one, assisting with legal research and casework, drafting documents and correspondence, attending client meetings and hearings, developing knowledge and practical skills to integrate with and work alongside experienced solicitors and support staff.

What we’re looking for:

• A minimum of 2:1 or above LLB
• Completed or on track to complete Diploma in Legal Practice
• Excellent academic ability and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• A proactive, organised and enthusiastic approach
• Proficiency in legal document preparation and general knowledge of legal processes.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage tasks under deadlines.

What you get:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Generous holiday allowance (increasing with service)
• Ongoing training and development

Please send your CV to careers@kilcoyne-solicitors.co.uk