Summer Trainee 2026 - Commercial Litigation Practice
Firm Summary
White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.
With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world’s key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.
It’s not just about our global network of offices; it’s the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It’s one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people.
Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages.
Position Summary
Our Brussels office offers law students the chance to gain experience and training from an international law firm through a summer internship program. By working closely with senior associates and partners, you will be able to gain practical experience in advising clients on various aspects of Bank Finance, M&A - Private Equity, Commercial Litigation practices. Our summer trainee program runs for one month, the next period will start in July 2026.
If you are ambitious, hardworking, independent, creative and detail-oriented, this is a unique opportunity to participate in interesting international transactions. By joining us, you will be part of a dynamic team that knows and helps one another, while also enjoying the benefits of being part of a truly global company.
Requirements
1. Law student at a Belgian university.
2. Native proficiency in either Dutch or French, with excellent command of Dutch, French and English.
3. Outgoing and resilient, with strong communication and social skills. High level of commitment to the role.
4. Excellent analytical abilities.
5. Diligence, attention to detail, eagerness to learn, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work effectively as part of a team.
6. Proficiency in computer skills is required.
Role
7. This role is based in Brussels.
8. Full-time student employee contract (Belgian employment legislation).
The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
Qualifications
Law students interested in a position as Summer Trainee - Commercial Litigation Practice:
9. Need to have a Degree in transactional work in commercial litigation law;
10. Dutch or French as mother tongue and excellent command of Dutch, French and English;
11. Candidates need to be outgoing and resilient, with strong communication and social skills and a high degree of commitment to the position;
12. Candidates must have very good analytical skills;
13. Candidates will show diligence, professionalism, eagerness to learn, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ability to work in a team;
14. Candidates should have very good computer skills.
Location & Reporting
15. This is a trainee role based in Brussels.
The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
Primary Location
:Belgium-BrusselsExpected Workplace:Onsite
Job Posting
:Sep 4, 2025, 8:41:13 AM