About the job
Are you a motivated student eager to gain valuable experience in a leading Dutch law firm with a global perspective? Do you have a keen interest in Intellectual Property (IP) law? If so, our student traineeship at De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek is the perfect opportunity for you!
Your Role as a Student Trainee
This traineeship offers an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in our firm and the legal field. You will gain insight into the daily responsibilities of our lawyers by conducting legal research on various matters. You will have an office space alongside one of our experienced lawyers, allowing you to ask questions freely and attend court hearings and client meetings with them. This hands-on experience will be complemented by regular interactions with a partner and a senior associate, as well as opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from different practice groups. Additionally, you will be welcomed to participate fully in our educational and social programs, whether they are specific to your practice or firm-wide.
The Practice
Our IP practice stands out for its ability to manage the most intricate, multidisciplinary, and international matters involving intellectual property. We deliver targeted legal counsel and extensive sector knowledge across various industries, including healthcare, life sciences, food and beverages, luxury goods, retail, telecommunications, ICT, energy, transportation, chemicals, materials, banking, and insurance. Unique among law firms in the Netherlands, we excel in handling all facets of complex IP litigation and have been involved in landmark cases before the European Court of Justice and significant decisions from the Dutch Supreme Court in recent years.

