The firm is pleased to announce that applications are open for the Trainee Associate Disputes Team at AK and Partners. This opportunity is designed for early-career lawyers and fresh law graduates who are eager to build a strong foundation in litigation and dispute resolution through structured, hands-on training. If you are looking for real courtroom exposure, mentorship under senior litigators, and long-term growth in disputes practice, this role could be the perfect launchpad for your legal career.
The Trainee Associate Disputes Team at AK and Partners position is a mandatory one-year training role. Unlike short-term internships or observation-only positions, this role offers meaningful involvement in live matters and practical exposure to trial work, strategy, and dispute management. Candidates who perform well during the training period may be considered for an Associate role upon successful completion.
About the Role: Trainee Associate Disputes Team at AK and Partners
The Trainee Associate role at AK & Partners is tailored for those who are serious about building a long-term career in litigation. This is not a desk-only role or a limited exposure position focused only on High Court, Supreme Court, or arbitration matters. Instead, trainees can expect broad trial exposure and a holistic understanding of how disputes are handled from start to finish.
As part of the Trainee Associate Disputes Team at AK and Partners, you will work closely with experienced litigators and gain practical insights into courtroom practice, legal strategy, and case management. This structured training ensures that candidates develop both technical legal skills and professional confidence in real-world dispute resolution.
What This Role Involves
Selected candidates will be trained across multiple aspects of disputes and litigation practice, including:
- Observing court proceedings and hearings
Trainees will attend court proceedings regularly to understand courtroom procedure, advocacy styles, and case flow in real litigation environments. - Legal research and drafting assistance
You will assist in researching case laws, statutes, and legal precedents, as well as support drafting of pleadings, applications, briefs, and notes. - Matter preparation and documentation
Gain exposure to preparing case files, organizing documents, and assisting seniors with trial preparation and filings. - Exposure to litigation strategy and dispute management
Learn how disputes are strategized, negotiated, and managed at different stages of litigation. This is a valuable opportunity to understand how theory translates into courtroom practice.
This training-focused role is ideal for candidates who want to understand the complete lifecycle of a dispute—from initial briefing to court hearings and strategic decision-making.
Important to Note Before Applying
Before applying for the Trainee Associate Disputes Team at AK and Partners, candidates should carefully note the following:
- This is a mandatory 1-year training position.
- Consideration for an Associate role is only after successful completion of the training period.
- Candidates looking exclusively for High Court, Supreme Court, or arbitration-only exposure may not be a good fit.
- This role includes trial exposure, and applicants should be comfortable working on active litigation matters.
This position is best suited for individuals who are genuinely interested in building a litigation career from the ground up.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Trainee Associate Disputes Team position at AK and Partners, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Law graduates with less than 1 year of experience
- Freshers with at least 5 onsite disputes internships are eligible
- A strong interest in litigation and dispute resolution
- Immediate joiners or candidates available to join by 1 March
This opportunity is ideal for fresh graduates who are looking for structured training, real courtroom exposure, and mentorship under experienced legal professionals.
Why Join AK & Partners?
Joining the as the Trainee Associate with Disputes Team of AK and Partners offers several long-term benefits:
- Hands-on litigation experience from the very start of your career
- Structured training under senior lawyers
- Exposure to real court proceedings and trial work
- Opportunity to build a strong litigation foundation
- Potential consideration for an Associate role after successful completion
This role is especially valuable for candidates who want to move beyond theory and gain practical courtroom experience early in their legal careers.
Application Timeline and How to Apply
- Applications Close: 15 February
- Apply through the quick apply button above
Interested candidates should send their application to the above email address before the deadline. Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may begin prior to the closing date.
