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 and events
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Apply online
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Early Careers team review application
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Offer to attend
Solicitor apprenticeships
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Apply now to secure your place
Apprenticeship insights afternoon
26 October 2026, online
Our apprenticeship insight afternoon gives you the opportunity to meet current solicitor apprentices and hear first-hand about their experience at Forsters. Learn more about the programme, life at the firm and the route to qualification, and ask any questions you may have before applying.
- Applications open: 3 September 2026
- Applications close: 16 October 2026
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Apply now to secure your place
Open day
28 October 2026, in person
Our open day introduces you to the firm, our practice areas and the solicitor apprenticeship route.
You’ll hear from colleagues across the business and learn more about balancing work and study as an apprentice.
- Applications open: 3 September 2026
- Applications close: 16 October 2026
Travel expenses are available for candidates attending our open days.
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Apply now to secure your place
Early Careers Q&A session
10 November 2026, online
Our Q&A sessions provide an opportunity to speak directly with the Early Careers team and learn more about applications, assessment days and the apprenticeship programme.
- Applications open: 3 September 2026
- Applications close: 4 November 2026
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
Our open days introduce you to our practice areas, people and culture. You will hear from lawyers and trainees across the firm and receive practical advice on applications and training contracts.
13 October 2026 trainee open day, in person
- Applications open: 3 September 2026
- Applications close: 2 October 2026
30 November 2026 trainee open day, in person
- Applications open: 5 October 2026
- Applications close: 20 November 2026
Please note that 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
26 November 2026, online
Our Q&A sessions give you the opportunity to speak directly with the Early Careers team and ask questions about applications, assessment days and life at Forsters. These sessions are open to candidates from all backgrounds and are designed to help you understand the process before you apply.
- Applications open: 3 September 2026
- Applications close: 20 November 2026
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Apply now to secure your place
First year insight day
4 May 2027 first year insight day, in person
Our first year insight day is for students who are still studying and not yet eligible to apply for vacation schemes or training contracts. It provides an introduction to life at Forsters and the work we do.
You will have the opportunity to speak with trainees about their experiences, hear from different departments and learn more about our diversity and inclusion initiatives and responsible business work.
- Applications open: 3 September 2026
- Applications close: 23 April 2027
Please note that 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, and Legal Cheek. Find out more below.
Please note applications for these events do not come through the firm.
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
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 the Early Careers recruitment team
Emma Cooper
Early Careers Manager
Lauren Labuschagne
L&D and Early Careers Coordinator
Matthew Evans
Early Careers Partner