Ashtons Legal is a full-service law firm with offices in Ipswich, Cambridge, Norwich and Bury St Edmunds. We deliver high-quality legal advice across a wide range of sectors, combining expert knowledge with a supportive, ambitious culture that helps our people grow and succeed.
Our six-year Solicitor Apprenticeship lets you earn while you learn in a full-service law firm. Work alongside experienced lawyers on real client matters, rotate through supportive teams, and build the commercial, technical and professional skills needed to qualify as a Solicitor — all without university debt.
What you'll do at work
* Drafting letters, emails and basic legal documents with supervision
* Carrying out legal research and summarising your findings
* Preparing court bundles and organising case files
* Attending client meetings or hearings and taking notes
* Speaking to clients and third parties under guidance
* Reviewing documents to identify key information
* Keeping case files and records up to date
* Supporting lawyers with administrative and matter management tasks
* Using case management and legal technology systems
* Taking part in team meetings and contributing to discussions
Where you'll work
You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.
Available locations
* Chequers House 77-81, Newmarket Road, Cambridge, CB5 8EU
* THE LONG BARN, FORNHAM BUSINESS COURT, THE DRIFT, FORNHAM ST MARTIN, IP31 1SL
* 120 Princes Street, Ipswich, IP1 1RS
* Trafalgar House, 4 Meridian Way, Meridian Business Park, Norwich, NR7 0TA
Training to be provided
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BPP UNIVERSITY LIMITED
Training schedule
Your academic study will be delivered online by BPP University, with one dedicated study day per week to support your learning.
Alongside your studies, you will gain hands‑on practical experience across our offices in Ipswich, Cambridge, Norwich and Bury St Edmunds, working in different teams to develop a broad range of legal skills and experience.
Entry Requirements
* GCSE in: English (grade 9 - 4 (or A* - C)), Maths (grade 9 - 4 (or A* - C)), Three other GCSEs (grade 9 - 4 (or A* - C))
* Three A Levels in any subject (grade ABB)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
Other requirements: You will need to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and other suitability checks.
Future Prospects
On successful completion of the six-year Solicitor Apprenticeship, you will qualify as a Solicitor (subject to meeting the Solicitors Regulation Authority requirements and passing the Solicitor Qualification Exams).
As a newly qualified Solicitor, you will continue to develop your expertise within your chosen practice area, take on increased responsibility for managing matters and clients, and build your professional reputation.
In the longer term, there are opportunities to progress to Associate and Senior Associate level, and potentially into leadership or Partner roles, depending on your performance, ambition and contribution to the firm.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 15/03/2026
£13,741 to £22,222.20, depending on your age
Location
This job is located in Cambridge, FORNHAM ST MARTIN, Ipswich, Norwich, East Anglia
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