EARLY CAREERS in Poland

Discovery days

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About this experience

If you’re curious about life at DLA Piper, attending a discovery day is a great place to learn more. We're a world of opportunity, and the key to a global career. 

At the event, you will:

  • Find out about our early careers programmes and get practical guidance on how to succeed in our application process.
  • Experience what it's like to work at the firm by meeting our people – the trusted advisors, innovators and game-changers who go above and beyond the challenge the status quo.
  • Learn about DLA Piper and discover how we’re redefining what a global law firm can be.
  • See how we're focused more on shaping the future than protecting the past, as you learn about our practice groups and sectors and our approach to legal tech, responsible business and sustainability.

Accessibility

At DLA Piper, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments and removing disability-related barriers. This is so everyone, irrespective of a visible or non-visible disability, neurodivergence, a long-term health condition or injury, has an equitable opportunity to succeed in our recruitment process.

If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment team and we will be happy to support you.

We understand that sharing your needs with us may feel daunting. We will have an open discussion with you about what will work best for you in the recruitment process, and you only need to share what you feel comfortable with. Our team will ensure that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. The information will only be shared with others involved in the process, on your approval, and where necessary.

We will use the information you share to put adjustments in place for you at any stage, or at multiple stages, of the recruitment process. This is to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, and to have an equitable opportunity to perform and thrive.

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    Maciej Rafałowski, Senior Associate, Warsaw

    DLA Piper offers by far the most balanced proposition for associate lawyers

    Maciej Rafałowski
    Justyna Helbing, Associate, Warsaw

    As a junior lawyer, I benefit from the experience of senior colleagues who are eager to discuss legal issues and provide explanations and advice in specific situations. This collaborative environment fosters both professional growth and a sense of community.

    Justyna Helbing
    Justyna Bartnik, Senior Associate, Warsaw

    The work culture is defined by a strong sense of collaboration and teamwork. The firm fosters an environment of open-mindedness, where innovative ideas are welcomed and diverse perspectives are valued. 

    Justyna Bartnik
    Franciszek Ignacy Fortuna, Junior Associate, Warsaw

    My team's encouragement and the challenging assignments I've received has helped me build knowledge, skills and confidence in my field.

    Mateusz Jerzy Koszel, Counsel, Warsaw

    I'm excited to contribute to a firm that values diversity, teamwork, and the highest standards of legal service. I see DLA Piper as a great place to develop myself both professionally and personally, offering numerous opportunities for growth and learning.

    Mateusz Jerzy Koszel
    Julia Rożankowska, Junior Associate, Warsaw

    The summer internship at DLA Piper was a very valuable experience for me.

    Julia Rożankowska
    Bartłomiej Gudek, Associate, Warsaw

    The firm supports me in my development and in finding confidence in my profession

    Bartłomiej Gudek
      FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

      Your questions,
      answered

      Our Discovery Days are designed to give you a look into what a career at DLA Piper is really like. 

      The days will provide a great introduction to the legal sector and our practice groups. They will also help build your confidence and your professional skills and workplace capability.

      STORIES HUB

      Application advice, tips, and resources

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      How to make the most of your internship: Clare Hibbert’s advice for standing out

      DLA Piper trainee Clare Hibbert reflects on her journey from university to practice, sharing practical advice on how to make the most out of your internship. 

      One firm, one global community: Martin Haller on building connections that go beyond work

      One firm, one global community: Martin Haller on building connections that go beyond work

      From Munich to Melbourne, Partner Martin Haller reflects on how collaboration across offices and cultures creates a truly connected way of working.

      Sustainability in action with Venessa Parekh

      Sustainability in action with Venessa Parekh

      For Venesssa Parekh, Head of Sustainability in EMEA and APAC, sustainability means equipping people with the knowledge and skills to understand sustainability risks and opportunities to support our clients in an evolving landscape.

      Step into the world of commercial law: UK insight events for students

      Step into the world of commercial law: UK insight events for students

      At our Law, unlocked insight events in the UK, students stepped inside our offices to meet our people, explore life at DLA Piper and see how careers in commercial law can take shape. 

      High performance starts with a supportive team: In conversation with Aimee Harper

      High performance starts with a supportive team: In conversation with Aimee Harper

      Aimee Harper, an Associate in Finance, reflects on how collaboration, collective experience and a supportive team drive high performance, personal growth and exceptional outcomes for clients.

      The path to partnership: Manuel Indelkofer’s journey

      The path to partnership: Manuel Indelkofer’s journey

      Dr. Manuel Indelkofer reflects on his journey from junior associate to partner, sharing how his approach to leadership has evolved and what aspiring partners need to succeed.

      Be bold enough to ask: Gigi Lockhart on shaping your career

      Be bold enough to ask: Gigi Lockhart on shaping your career

      Senior Associate, Gigi Lockhart shares how stepping beyond her role and taking on new challenges helped her shape her career and build relationships across DLA Piper’s international network.

      The mindset that drives high performance, with Drew Moss

      The mindset that drives high performance, with Drew Moss

      Drew Moss, Head of Talent, explores how mindset, feedback, resilience and wellbeing work together to drive sustainable high performance.

      Be curious about what comes next, with Joanne Conway

      Be curious about what comes next, with Joanne Conway

      From taking stretch assignments to embracing change, Joanne's path to Head of Inclusion & Culture for EMEA and APAC shows how progress happens when you’re willing to ask, learn and step up.

      What makes DLA Piper different? A conversation with Peter Somekh

      What makes DLA Piper different? A conversation with Peter Somekh

      Peter Somekh, Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa, shares how a culture of challenge and collaboration has shaped his career, and continues to push him to grow.

      What a Solicitor Apprenticeship can offer: Alix Leatherday's career journey

      What a Solicitor Apprenticeship can offer: Alix Leatherday's career journey

      Alix Leatherday chose the Solicitor Apprenticeship route, combining global exposure with practical training inside our Manchester office. From day one, she's earning her degree while working on high-profile matters that count. 

      A day in the life of a Solicitor Apprentice, with Sophie Kenny

      A day in the life of a Solicitor Apprentice, with Sophie Kenny

      To mark National Apprenticeship Week, Sophie gives us a glimpse into her role in the Leeds office. Now in her fifth year, she’s working with lawyers across the globe and gaining hands-on legal experience, all while earning her degree.

      What does global mean at DLA Piper?

      What does global mean at DLA Piper?

      From London to Johannesburg, our people deliver work that crosses borders, industries, and expectations, because ambition without limits needs a global platform.

      Discovery Days, <em>unlocked</em>

      Discovery Days, unlocked

      Our Discovery Days give you real insight into the work, the people, and the pace of DLA Piper.

      From Summer Intern to Associate: Mihir’s journey

      From Summer Intern to Associate: Mihir’s journey

      For Mihir Joshi, joining DLA Piper felt like a natural step – from Intern to Associate, he's seen the values stay consistent while the opportunities keep expanding.

      A day in the life of a Summer Intern, with Ammar

      A day in the life of a Summer Intern, with Ammar

      As a Summer Intern, based in our Birmingham office, Ammar has been immersed in complex, high-impact work – building confidence, gaining clarity and discovering his potential in the process.

      What makes DLA Piper different? Insights from Alyson Eather

      What makes DLA Piper different? Insights from Alyson Eather

      Partner, Alyson Eather reflects on the global opportunities, varied experiences and supportive culture that have shaped her career. 

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