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Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.

Latham’s Data and Technology Transactions team helps clients negotiate their most complex and important technology contracts and alliances, develop secure and compliant platforms and products, and realize the maximum value of their data and IP assets.Our group brings together the deep technical and regulatory experience and industry-focused commercial sensibility of a boutique practice combined with the global reach and depth of a first-tier global law firm. We provide strategic guidance and representation to the world’s leading corporations, financial institutions, platforms, and emerging tech companies on the full range of transactions and the regulation of technology and data.Latham helps companies negotiate their key strategic alliances, joint ventures, collaborations, outsourcing and cloud agreements, and IP and technology licenses across industries and market sectors. We help clients develop strategies to protect and make maximum use of technology and data against the backdrop of an ever-evolving internet and ever-increasing regulation. We integrate seamlessly with our market-leading corporate and finance teams to provide focused guidance on the IP, technology, and data aspects of major transactions — from asset commercialization to complex carve-outs.

Do you enjoy thinking outside the box and working with Latham on high-profile cases? Are you interested in economic relationships and do you think like an entrepreneur? With us, you’ll gain exciting insights into complex national and international projects and collaborate across practice groups, including with our Germany-wide Litigation & Trial team. At Latham, you can work on global transactions, litigation, and the development of IP strategies.

What We Offer

- Hands-on experience: Join a collaborative team where you'll receive comprehensive training while taking on meaningful responsibilities and working independently.
- Mentorship: Be supported by a dedicated mentor—an experienced attorney on your team—who will provide guidance throughout your time with us.
- Professional development: Our innovative #MyAdvancement – Young Talent program is designed to foster your professional and personal growth while helping you prepare for the Second State Examination.
- Career opportunities: As you progress with the firm, you may have the opportunity to complete a Wahlstation at one of our international offices or, following successful completion of your legal training, begin your career with us as an associate.
- A supportive workplace: Enjoy a collaborative environment with flat hierarchies, an inclusive and diverse culture, engaging internal events, and a competitive compensation package.
Your Profile

- You have passed at least one State Examination with a grade of "fully satisfactory" or above.
- You have a strong interest in business and commercial matters and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- You possess strong English language skills.
- You are a collaborative team player with a proactive, creative, and open-minded approach.

Lena Hiller

Recruiting Senior Coordinator

Direct Dial: +49.89.2080.3.8141

Mobile: +49.171.3506079

Email: lena.hiller@lw.com

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