Traineeship

Organisation
Gleeson McCafferty
Reference
VAC-27697
Contract Type
Traineeship
Practice Area
Criminal Law, Family Law, Guardianship
Location
Glenrothes, Fife
Salary
Law Society Recommended Rate
Gleeson McCafferty Law are currently looking to recruit a Trainee solicitor to join their practice in Glenrothes, Fife, commencing in June/July 2026.

Job Description

We are a small but very busy practice specialising in criminal law, family law, child law, Adoptions and Permanence applications, guardianship orders and powers of attorney. Whilst based in Glenrothes, we primarily conduct work at Kirkcaldy, Dunfermline and Dundee Sheriff courts but we service most of the courts across Tayside Central and Fife. We also regularly conduct cases in the High Court. We also have a large family law and child law practice and appear regularly for clients at children’s panels throughout Scotland.

You should be hardworking, prepared to work at a fast pace, be able to demonstrate initiative and be motivated to learn. This position would primarily suit a candidate who is interested in criminal and civil litigation. Candidates should hold an LLB degree and Diploma in Legal Practice. You must hold a current driving licence and it is essential that you have a car.

Should you wish to apply, please send your cv and a covering letter highlighting why you think you would be suitable for this position to gleesonmccaffertyjobs@gmail.com. The closing date for applications is 15th May 2026.

Register and Apply
Log In and Apply

Please fill in the form, upload your CV to complete your application. You will also register during this process to enable you to log in track you application and setup Job Alerts.

Profile Options
Terms of Use/Notifications

By submitting this form you agree to our terms & conditions & privacy statement

Receive updates & notifications from Lawscotjobs