Legal Traineeship: Justice First Fellowship 2026
We are a host organisation for the Justice First Fellowship, a programme run by the Legal Education Foundation to support aspiring social justice lawyers to complete their training and develop projects that improve access to justice.
How to Apply
Applications must be made via the Legal Education Foundation: You can access the portal here.
When applying, please select our organisation as your preferred host. Applications are anonymised at the first stage to ensure a fair and unbiased process.
The post holder will have the opportunity to gain experience across our four centres of legal excellence, working on a range of issues that advance human rights and equality.
What We’re Looking For
Person Specification
Knowledge & Qualifications
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Essential: Ability to obtain an entrance certificate issued by the Law Society of Scotland allowing entry into a legal traineeship in Scotland
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Desirable:
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Knowledge of UK and European human rights law and procedure
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Understanding of the experiences of at-risk and marginalised communities in the UK
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Skills & Experience
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Essential:
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Excellent written and oral English communication
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Ability to complete tasks to a high standard with minimal supervision
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Team-focused, flexible and supportive approach
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Strong time-management and organisational skills
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Ability to develop effective collaborative working relationships
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Confident use of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Desirable:
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Experience working cross-sector or with partner organisations
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Experience delivering professional training or public legal education
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Experience contributing to policy or influencing work
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Qualities
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Commitment to human rights and access to justice
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Inclusive, rights-based approach to working with clients
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Understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
Timeline:
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Applications open: w/c 13 October 2025
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Close: 28 November 2025
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Interviews: 19 January – 6 February 2026
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Fellowships start: April 2026
JustRight Pro Bono
We are grateful for the support of fellow solicitors, and other professionals, who have generously given their time and skills to further our work. We occasionally require specialist professional advice and services, are open to offers of assistance, or a proposal to collaborate on a specific piece of work.
To make enquiries about a pro bono project with us, please get in touch using our contact form.
