Overview

Learn more about our unique culture in English and in German.

Associates

As an associate at Latham, you will be fully involved in client work and take responsibility from the start. With your course of study and legal clerkship completed, you can quickly and successfully put your knowledge into practice serving clients.

Further Your Education

As a Latham associate in Germany, you have access to #MyAdvancement, an intensive education program. You will also benefit from local, national, and international opportunities to continue your education and gain further qualifications. Our global academies, internal and external seminars, language courses, and soft skills trainings offer limitless possibilities for your career development.

Learn more about #MyAdvancement.

Mentoring

You will be paired with an experienced lawyer at the outset, who will act as your mentor to provide professional support, guidance, and encouragement.

Benefits

Through our LiveWell Latham program, we offer a range of benefits and resources to support you and your loved ones through all life’s moments. From building a family and managing your health to saving for the future, LiveWell Latham provides comprehensive resources and best-in-class benefits. Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is a top priority.

Learn more about our commitment to well-being. For detailed benefit information, please contact Human.Resources@lw.com.

Legal Clerkship and Research Assistants

During your legal clerkship or as a research assistant, we will support you in determining the direction of your future legal career.

You will be fully integrated into the firm’s work, assisting experienced colleagues on current mandates and taking on substantive matters from the start.

Your experience will include continuous training and opportunities to explore and develop your professional interests.

Networking During and After Your Time with Us

We value our employees as individuals and professionals. At Latham, you will meet interesting people and develop relationships that will last well into your career. If you maximize your potential during your time with us, you may be invited to join our tailored mentoring program, ENCORE Latham.

#MyAdvancement — Young Talent

Our innovative training program, #MyAdvancement — Young Talent, supports legal trainees and research assistants with ongoing training, personal development, and preparation for the Second German State Exam.

Working Abroad is Possible

Latham’s Germany offices are gateways to the world. If you complete your legal station with us, you can apply to spend your elective station in one of our global offices.