Ashurst LLP

Also Known As: Ashurst, Ashursts

Law Firms

VAULT RANKINGS 2012

#15 Vault Law 50 UK

#5 Project Finance

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GENERAL INFO

Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
156 offices
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THE BUZZ…

• “Dynamic, driven”
• “Coming off the boil”

NEWS AND UPDATES

Vault's Scoop

Uppers

• “Fantastic” clients
• “High-level work” and responsibility
• “No snobbery, no hierarchy, lots of support”

Downers

• Unpredictable hours
• Trainees don’t always get their first-choice seat
• Canteen food

ABOUT THIS COMPANY:

Well known for its strong corporate focus, Ashurst operates a top-tier practice while remaining just outside of the City’s Magic Circle. The firm’s traditional strength lies in serving the private equity industry, where its client roster shines with names like Apax, Blackstone and Cinven. Other important sectors include energy and transport and infrastructure. The firm has a high-level reputation across a range of practices, including M&A, finance, competition and real estate.

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Ashurst SALARIES

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Ashurst SURVEY SAYS

Vault’s Verdict: High-level work for big-name clients is exciting, but long hours take their toll on weary lawyers who find that the generous salary and collegial atmosphere don’t always make up for the burdens of a heavy workload. Trainees wax positive about the culture and feel confident they’ll soon be ready for life as NQs.

A lawyer’s life

• “Working in private practice for financial institutions and other corporate clients is very demanding and highly competitive.” – Solicitor

• “Very collegial culture with emphasis placed on professional development and quality of life instead of only the bottom line.” – Solicitor

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