DAC Beachcroft LLP

Vault’s Verdict: DAC Beachcroft has a lot of things going for it, including a “great culture”, “good clients” and “interesting work”. Where it disappoints solicitors is in a pay package that is “not aligned with the market”. On the flip side, the firm offers the possibility of “brilliant” work/life balance.

A lawyer’s life

•  “I do a wide variety of work covering areas such as contractual disputes, debt recovery, defamation and fraud. The variety is great and keeps me constantly on my toes and on the edge of my comfort zone, which is no bad thing!” – Solicitor

•  “Good clients, good work, and the freedom to build and develop your relationships with clients. Very good, open, supportive culture. The only bug bear is that salaries are not aligned with the market (but you know that before joining). But it does become an issue, the more qualified you become.” – Solicitor