"Arthur Cox is a firm that has built on a rich history and a culture of excellence to become one of Ireland's leading law firms, with offices in Dublin, Belfast, London and New York.
We believe that our greatest asset is our people. We are always interested in hearing from talented, enthusiastic individuals who want to share in our success."
Pádraig Ó Ríordáin, Managing Partner
So, why choose us?
Calibre of Work
At Arthur Cox, you will be involved in work of the highest calibre. We represent a substantial number of multi-national companies, financial institutions, publicly-listed companies, insurance companies, State-owned corporations and regulatory bodies. Our clients include government departments and state entities, and many Fortune 500 corporations which have established businesses in Ireland.
Legal Expertise
We believe that we stand out through the sheer scope and depth of our legal expertise. The practice groups of the firm span a wide spectrum of fields: from mergers and acquisitions to media and entertainment, from e-commerce and technology to EU and competition, from corporate finance to food and pharmaceuticals. As a trainee solicitor, you will be working as an integral part of a team with lawyers who are leaders in their fields and who are committed to giving you unrivalled opportunities for professional growth and development.
People
Above all, we invest in our people. We regard our trainee solicitors as the future solicitors and partners of the firm. We are committed to providing you with a dynamic, professional environment that will best nurture your strengths and help you develop into the most skilled lawyer that you can be.
Client Care
We are dedicated to understanding the business of our clients and the issues that they face. We are a firm of individuals working together as a team to deliver innovative and practical solutions for our clients.
Culture
Our open environment sets us apart. We regard our vibrant, friendly culture as one of our most valuable assets. Our culture is a reflection of our commitment to one another.
Resources
We have resources that are second to none. At Arthur Cox, you will have access to extensive legal materials, an unrivaled information network and an administrative infrastructure that will help you to get the job done efficiently and with the best possible results.
Record of Achievement
Ireland Client Service Award 2009
Chambers Europe Awards
No.1 Irish law firm for the tenth consecutive year in 2009
PLC Which lawyer? Yearbook
Legal Advisor of the Year for Ireland 2007 and 2008
Financial Times / Mergermarket
One of Europe's Most Innovative Law Firms 2007 & 2008
(Arthur Cox was the Top-ranked Irish law firm in 2008 and only Irish practice to be ranked in 2007, achieving a Top 30 ranking in both years)
Financial Times FT Law 50 - Innovative Lawyers
Mould Breaking Initiative 2008
Best HR Initiative 2008
Managing Partners’ Forum European Practice Management Awards
Irish Law Firm of the Year 2007
International Financial Law Review
Irish Tax Firm of the Year 2005 and 2007
International Tax Review
Best Managed Firm 2007
Best Corporate Citizen 2007
Managing Partners’ Forum European Practice Management Awards
European Law Firm of the Year 2006
Legal Business
Irish Law Firm of the Year 2005 and 2006
Chambers Global
No.1 Irish Legal Adviser, in both value and volume, to European M&A in 2006, 2007 and 2008
Mergermarket
No.1 Irish Legal Advisor to M&A in 2008
Thomson Financial
Leading Graduate Employer
In a recent survey published in the Irish Times, Arthur Cox emerged as the law firm of choice amongst job seeking graduates in the legal sector. The Ireland Graduate Careers Survey 2008 was based on the opinions of more than 3,000 final year students across all faculties (other than nursing, medicine and veterinary) in Ireland's seven universities. Students were asked which company offered the best opportunities for graduates and how they rated specific organisations as potential employers.
Arthur Cox also won the GradIreland award for most popular employer in the legal sector.