IA Trainee

IA Trainee – Stobbs Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom Stobbs is looking for a Trainee Solicitor to join our Dispute Resolution & Litigation/Commercial team. Unlike traditional firms, Stobbs does not operate a trainee seat‑rotation model; instead you will sit within this team with a view to qualifying in this area. Over the course of your training, you will also gain experience in the firm’s other practice areas including trademark portfolio and registry matters, online brand enforcement, and anti‑counterfeiting. Base pay range: Permanent, Full Time (Optional 9‑day fortnight working pattern available)Closing Date: 8th December 2025. Key Responsibilities Disputes and litigation – covering pure IP (trademark, passing‑off, copyright and design rights) and related commercial/contractual disputes. Caseload will range from pre‑action through to IPEC, High Court and Court of Appeal litigation, and work on advertising/SA complaints. Commercial contracts – centred around brand issues but extending to a wide range of commercial contracts including licences, assignments, franchise agreements, sponsorship agreements, services agreements, etc. Brand and IP advisory work – in relation to the full spectrum of rights impacting brand owners. Day‑to‑day, you will run your own smaller disputes matters, including drafting and client management (with support and supervision from qualified fee earners), and work as part of a team to support larger disputes and litigation. Clients range from household names to SMEs and start‑ups across a range of sectors. Essential Skills and Experience A 2:1 or above in an undergraduate degree. Autonomous and efficient, with proven organisation and project management skills. Strong analytical and communication skills. An excellent attitude – Stobbs is a team and our culture of support and care is central to the firm. Will consider those already part way through their training. Able to work independently and use your initiative to seek support and advice where appropriate. To work efficiently and effectively, prioritising your workload and billing. To develop and maintain good professional relationships with clients, colleagues and counsel – with teamwork at the core of your work. Work at Stobbs Firm culture is important at Stobbs – friendly, social, approachable, and where we look after each other. We regularly provide social and professional events. We manage the rights of some fantastic clients – our advice is legally sound and business savvy. We have high standards but learn from our mistakes. We’re not internally competitive (except when it comes to sports and quizzes) and we encourage people to bring their whole selves to work, learning from mistakes and asking questions. Our head office is north of Cambridge, with an office in central London. We aim to support flexibility while delivering for clients. Our current hybrid working policy requires a minimum of two days in the office, with the possibility of more. You may be expected to be based in the office full‑time during the first six months. Part‑time roles may also be considered. Seniority Level Associate Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Legal – Legal Services AI Statement Please do not use artificial intelligence tools to assist you in completing the application form. We may not accept applications that have been completed utilising AI tools. If you would usually use tools such as these to assist you in filling in a form, please contact us to discuss this further and understand other options that are available. #J-18808-Ljbffr