• Edinburgh: 0131 625 9191
  • Glasgow: 0141 428 3258
  • Galashiels: 01896 550991
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Traineeships

Legal Traineeships at Davidson Chalmers Stewart

Davidson Chalmers Stewart is a leading independent commercial law firm operating from offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow.

The firm’s underlying business rationale is to provide clients with excellent quality service which combines first rate technical legal skills with practical commercial advice. Davidson Chalmers Stewart provides colleagues with a supportive culture which allows each individual to flourish.

What to Expect as a Trainee

During your training you will have the opportunity to become involved in a wide range of commercial legal matters working directly with a Partner alongside a diverse group of qualified lawyers in each department. You will be working with clients from start to finish in each of the following key areas of commercial law:

Our trainees get the opportunity to be involved in transactions that trainees at other firms can only dream about. You’ll know exactly what’s going on, as you’ll be right at the centre of things, not a passive spectator.

Rewards and Benefits

  • Training Development – Practical work will be supported by regular training sessions where trainees are involved with qualified lawyers, including Partners, allowing trainees to gain the benefit of their insight and experience.
  • Competitive Compensation – We offer excellent pay packages for our Traineeships.
  • Diploma Fees – We meet Diploma fees for successful applicants.
  • Social Environment – Being a people business, we remember to take time out for social activities with clients and each other.

Testimonials

Many of our past trainees have gone on to progress in their legal career at Davidson Chalmers Stewart – from Solicitors to Partners. Here is what a few of them had to say about their experience.

“The journey from Trainee to Qualified Solicitor at Davidson Chalmers Stewart has been a transformational experience, and I am grateful for every opportunity and challenge that came my way. I was fortunate to have mentors who were not only experts in their fields but were genuinely invested in my growth.  Regular feedback sessions, one-on-one discussions, and collaborative work made me feel valued and supported.  This nurturing environment played a pivotal role in boosting my confidence and helping me evolve as a solicitor.”

James Elliott

Solicitor

“As a trainee you are given a great opportunity to learn, develop and grow – and from there you have great moments, like qualifying, closing your first deal, and more. Now as an Associate, I can firmly say that Davidson Chalmers Stewart has supported my personal and professional growth and allowed me to identify and pursue my passions, like specialisms in cyber security and legal technology. Not everyone gets that kind of opportunity to grow – that’s one of the things that makes this firm special.”

Vicky Ward

Associate

“I trained at Davidson Chalmers Stewart and have remained as a qualified solicitor in the Corporate department – I’m now a Director. What I appreciate most about the firm is the fact that it invests in its junior solicitors. The firm has a very structured career development path, which is great because you know what you’re aiming for, and you also know that you will be rewarded for hard work and commitment.”

Lisa Kitson

Director

How to Apply

Applications for our 2026 Traineeships are now closed. Please check back again next year for future opportunities.

Let's Talk

A typical law firm? Not really. But a partner for the people and businesses we work with? Absolutely.

Our determination to do things a better way is nothing without our clients. So if you like what you see and think we’d make a good team, let’s talk. Pick up the phone and call us direct or make specific enquiries to our individual email addresses across the website. Alternatively use the form to submit general questions and comments.

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Edinburgh

t0131 625 9191

Glasgow

t0141 428 3258

Galashiels

t01896 550991

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