The Legal Undergraduate of the Year Award 2026

William Fry is one of Ireland’s leading law firms, known for delivering innovative legal solutions and exceptional client service for over 175 years. With offices in Dublin, Cork, London, New York, and San Francisco, our reach is global. We foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and excellence, where individuals are encouraged to contribute meaningfully and grow professionally within a supportive environment. At William Fry, we don’t just train future lawyers; we nurture future professionals. Our traineeship and early career programmes are structured around three core promises that define your journey with us: Career Progression & Development - From day one, you will be supported with tailored learning paths, mentorship from experienced professionals, and access to real-world projects that accelerate your growth. We are committed to helping you build a career with purpose and progression. Interesting Work & Early Opportunities - We offer the opportunity to work on high-profile, complex matters from day one. Whether you are joining us for our WFirst insight day, summer internship, college placement, or traineeship programme, you will be part of a team that values your ideas, supports your growth, and celebrates your success. Our open-door culture encourages curiosity and initiative. You will be surrounded by colleagues who are leaders in their fields and invested in your development—through structured learning, mentorship, and real-world experience A Culture To Thrive In - At William Fry, we are proud of the culture we have built, one that is professional, ambitious, and supportive and we work hard to ensure that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive through structured onboarding, mentorship, and continuous professional development. We are committed to creating a high-performing workplace that reflects our core values. Our goal is to ensure that our culture is not just spoken about—it is lived every day.