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Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in major financial and regulatory centres across the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The firm offers legal services in corporate law, litigation, tax, regulatory matters, and finance, and is particularly prominent in M&A, capital markets, and private equity. Latham consistently ranks among the top firms globally by revenue and deal volume, and is known for its representation of leading corporates, investment banks, and private equity sponsors. The firm operates with a unified, non-hierarchical partnership model and is widely recognised for its investment in technology, diversity, and pro bono work. Latham & Watkins plays a leading role in high-stakes cross-border transactions and complex regulatory environments, making it a key player in both US and international legal markets.

Graduate programmes (7)

First Year Schemes

London Open Day 2026 (October)

Law2027Closes 11 Oct 2026
First Year Schemes

London Open Day 2026 (November)

Law2027Closes 18 Oct 2026
First Year Schemes

London LGBTQ+ Lawyers Group Open Day 2026

Law2027Closes 25 Oct 2026
First Year Schemes

London Black Lawyers Group Open Day 2026

Law2027Closes 1 Nov 2026
Vacation Schemes

Summer Vacation Scheme 2027

Law2027Closes 6 Dec 2026
Summer Vacation Scheme
Vacation Schemes

Spring Vacation Scheme 2027

Law2027Closes 6 Dec 2026
Spring Vacation Scheme
First Year Schemes

London First Year Scheme 2027

Law2027Closes 31 Jan 2027