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Training contract, vacation scheme, and summer associate eligibility — UK (England & Wales). Sourced from the firm's own careers pages where possible; unconfirmed fields are marked, never guessed. Check your own eligibility across all firms →

Vacation Scheme — UK (England & Wales)

LocationBirmingham / Leeds / Liverpool / London / Manchester / Newcastle
Classification minimum2:1
Accepts non-law applicantsYes
PGDL requiredYes
PGDL fundedYes
Maintenance grantNot confirmed
Application windowNo dates currently published.

Below-2:1 applications still reviewed with mitigating circumstances considered. Explicitly accepts law and non-law graduates. Salaries vary hugely by office.

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Source: https://dwfgroup.com/en/careers/graduate-recruitment/trainee-solicitor-programme/faqs — last verified 2026-08-27

Training Contract — UK (England & Wales)

LocationBirmingham / Leeds / Liverpool / London / Manchester / Newcastle
Classification minimum2:1
Accepts non-law applicantsYes
PGDL requiredYes
PGDL fundedYes
Maintenance grantNot confirmed
Application windowNo dates currently published.

DWF pays course fees for SQE/Diploma/IPLS depending on jurisdiction of qualification.

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Source: https://dwfgroup.com/en/careers/graduate-recruitment/trainee-solicitor-programme/faqs — last verified 2026-08-27

This page provides informational guidance based on published eligibility criteria. It does not guarantee eligibility or application success. Requirements can change — verify directly with DWF before applying.