Meet us before you apply
Discover the Forsters difference through our open days and events. Whether you join us in person or tune in virtually, it’s your window into the vibrant heart of our firm.
All applications will be reviewed by a member of the Early Careers team. We do not use any automatic filtering systems. The open day/events application may be closed early due to the number of applications received.
The pathway to joining our open days & events!
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Apply online
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Early Careers team review application
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Offer to attend
Solicitor apprenticeship
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Early Careers Q&A session
Our online Q&A sessions are designed to provide insight into the solicitor apprenticeship and the route to qualification at Forsters. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from our Early Careers team, ask questions about the application process and gain a clearer understanding of what to expect.
TBC October 2026 – Apprentice Application Q&A (online)
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Open day
Dive into a series of enlightening presentations that shine a light on the diverse areas of our work and the essence of our culture. Engage with our people from across the firm and gain genuine insights into life at Forsters.
TBC October 2026 Trainee Open Day (in person)
- Applications open: TBC
- Applications close: TBC
TBC December 2026 Trainee Open Day (in person)
- Applications open: TBC
- Applications close: TBC
Please note we can support with travel expenses to attend our open days.
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Fairs
This opportunity is perfect for students who are still studying and not yet eligible to apply for vacation schemes and training contracts. It’s a chance to get an inside look at life at Forsters and the work we do. You’ll have the opportunity to chat with our trainees about their experiences and hear from different departments to get a taste of what we’re all about. We’ll also introduce you to our diversity and inclusion initiatives, as well as our responsible business work, so you can see how you can get involved in activities beyond the day-to-day job.
TBC May 2027 First Year Insight Day (in person)
- Applications open: TBC
- Applications close: TBC
Please note we can support with travel expenses to attend our insight day.
Solicitor apprenticeships
Consider a different route into law.
Forsters’ solicitor apprenticeship offers a six-year route to qualification, combining paid work with academic study in a supportive, professional environment.
Vacation scheme and training contracts
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Apply now to secure your place
Open days
Dive into a series of enlightening presentations that shine a light on the diverse areas of our work and the essence of our culture. Engage with our people from across the firm and gain genuine insights into life at Forsters.
TBC October 2026 Trainee Open Day (in person)
- Applications open: TBC
- Applications close: TBC
TBC December 2026 Trainee Open Day (in person)
- Applications open: TBC
- Applications close: TBC
Please note we can support with travel expenses to attend our open days.
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Apply now to secure your place
Q&A session with Early Careers
It’s more than an event; it’s a conversation. We’re here to guide you, offering support and advice for your application and demystifying the path to qualification, no matter where you’re starting from. Embrace this opportunity to connect, learn, and envision your future with us. We can’t wait to meet you!
TBC October 2026 Apprentice Application Q&A session with Early Careers (online)
- Applications open: TBC
- Applications close: TBC
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First Year Insight Day
This opportunity is perfect for students who are still studying and not yet eligible to apply for vacation schemes and training contracts. It’s a chance to get an inside look at life at Forsters and the work we do. You’ll have the opportunity to chat with our trainees about their experiences and hear from different departments to get a taste of what we’re all about. We’ll also introduce you to our diversity and inclusion initiatives, as well as our responsible business work, so you can see how you can get involved in activities beyond the day-to-day job.
6 May 2026 First Year Insight Day (in person)
- Applications open: 4 September 2025
- Applications close: 24 April 2026
Please note we can support with travel expenses to attend our insight day.
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Fairs
We attend a variety of careers events and fairs each year. We don’t target specific universities, as we want to be inclusive to all applicants. While our schedule may vary, we typically attend fairs with the University of Law, BPP, and Legal Cheek.
Please note applications for these events do not come through the firm.
Vacation schemes & Training contracts
Before you apply for a training contract you can experience life at Forsters through a vacation scheme.
Visit our Vacation schemes page
Most of our trainees are recruited from our vacation schemes before embarking on a two year journey aimed at giving them the best exposure to our work and our clients.
Visit our Training contracts page
Meet our team at these events:
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TBC October 2026
All About Law panel event
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17 November 2026
Legal Cheek virtual law fair
