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Shepherd and Wedderburn

Founded in 1768, Shepherd and Wedderburn have led innovation in several important sectors of the economy, from the expansion of Edinburgh’s financial services sector to their recent work with Scotland’s first tech unicorn and breakthrough clean energy projects. Their focus has always been on the future and maintaining their proud tradition of supporting innovation, economic growth, and international commerce.

Top three things they look for in graduates

  • A passion for law.
  • Commercial awareness.
  • Open minded and eager to learn.

Recruitment cycle dates

Shepherd and Wedderburn aim to open their trainee recruitment around August each year. Their summer placement applications typically open between October and January for a three-week summer placement in June and July.


For further details on their recruitment process and deadlines, please visit their website here.

How to contact them

If you have a query, you can email [email protected]. Alternatively, you can visit their website for more information.