Nick S.
About Nick S.
Nick S. is a Trainee Solicitor currently working at King & Spalding in London, where he has been since 2021. He has a diverse background in legal and editorial roles, including positions at the UK Ministry of Defence and The Guardian.
Work at King & Spalding
Currently, Nick S. serves as a Trainee Solicitor at King & Spalding, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves engaging in various legal tasks and gaining practical experience in a prominent law firm located in London. Prior to his current position, he worked at King & Spalding as a Future Trainee Solicitor from 2020 to 2021, where he prepared for his transition into a full-time trainee role.
Education and Expertise
Nick S. has a strong educational background in law. He studied at The University of Law, where he achieved a Distinction in his Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Legal Practice (LPC) in 2021. He also attended Georg-August-Universität Göttingen, obtaining a First Class degree in International Law and Legal Studies from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he holds a BA (Hons) in Law with German and German Law from the University of Nottingham, where he graduated with Upper Second Class honors in 2019.
Background in Legal Internships
Nick S. has gained valuable experience through various internships in the legal field. In 2018, he worked as a Legal Intern at Baker McKenzie for one month in London. He also completed a month-long Editorial Internship at The Guardian in 2016. Furthermore, he served as a Project Officer at the UK Ministry of Defence for four months in 2020, where he contributed to project management within the organization.
Professional Development Timeline
Nick S.'s professional development includes a series of roles that have shaped his legal career. He began his studies in law at the University of Nottingham from 2015 to 2019, followed by a year at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen. He then completed his LPC at The University of Law in 2021. His work experience spans from internships in editorial and legal roles to his current position as a Trainee Solicitor, reflecting a commitment to building a comprehensive legal skill set.