Careers

Our Careers

Shook Lin & Bok is a leading full-service law firm in Singapore. Our success has always rested on our people, many of whom are well regarded for their expertise in various areas of the law by industry watchers. We are also consistently ranked for our expertise across the major areas of our practice.

We pride ourselves on staying at the forefront of legal developments and constantly keeping abreast of the latest business trends. We were the first Singapore law firm to set up an Environmental, Social, and Governance practice and are actively involved in the rapidly growing technology and Fintech space. We have a wealth of experience advising on local and cross-border matters. Many of the deals that we work on are significant and/or high profile in nature and are featured in the media – the kind of work that defines a career.

When you join us, you learn alongside some of the most regarded practitioners in their fields. We have more than a century of legal heritage which means that we have deep institutional knowledge, enduring client relationships and a training pedigree that few can match. All these work in your favour as you build your own practice. We are also committed to developing our people to their fullest potential, not only as accomplished professionals but individuals, in a supportive environment where talent is nurtured and ambition is encouraged.

If you are keen to be part of our dynamic and growing practice and ready to gear up for a multitude of opportunities with us, please click on the link below to find out more about joining us.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Lawyers
Practice Trainees
Interns
Professional Support

Lawyers

Our philosophy is to focus on our people, as they are the drivers of the Firm’s success. To help our associates meet their full potential, we organise regular training sessions across various practice areas and encourage them to attend seminars and conferences to broaden their legal knowledge and technical skills, as well as to improve their soft skills.

We pride ourselves on providing our associates a conducive work environment that emphasises teamwork, camaraderie and mutual respect to ensure that our associates are able to give of their best.

Application

We invite you to join our dynamic team by sending your application either by post or e-mail to:

The Recruitment Partner
Shook Lin & Bok LLP
1 Robinson Road #18-00
AIA Tower
Singapore 048542
Email: lateral@shooklin.com

By submitting your application, you consent to us collecting, using, and disclosing the personal data contained therein for the purpose of processing your application and in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012. Where your application contains personal data relating to other individuals, you confirm that you have obtained consent from those other individuals for their personal data to be collected, used and disclosed by us for the purpose stated above.

Practice Trainees

Choosing the right firm for your practice training is a key milestone in shaping your legal career. We invest in your professional and personal growth, guiding you as you embark on your professional journey.

At Shook Lin & Bok, we take pride in our training to develop our lawyers to the best of their abilities and be the next generation of leaders. We take in all our practice trainees with the intention of retaining them as Associates upon admission to the Singapore Bar. At Shook Lin & Bok, our practice trainees are never lost in the crowd.

We have a culture that is open and collegial, and we value collaboration over hierarchy, creating a conducive environment for learning and growth.

Practice Training Programme

As a practice trainee with us, you will immerse yourself in the day-to-day work of our lawyers, collaborating closely with some of the sharpest legal minds in the field. With our robust local, regional, and global client base, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to high-profile and intricate legal matters, spanning both domestic and cross-border jurisdictions.

In line with the Singapore Institute of Legal Education (SILE) guidelines effective from the 2024 Part B session onward, your practice training contract will span 12 months. Over this period, you will rotate through two distinct practice areas, enabling you to build a broader skill set and gain diverse perspectives. While we will carefully consider your expressed interests, placement in your preferred secondary area cannot be guaranteed due to seat availability.

Throughout your training, you will be paired with a dedicated supervising solicitor who will remain your consistent guide, alongside a mentor assigned during your second seat to offer tailored support in that practice area. Your supervising solicitor will serve as your primary resource for assignments, feedback, and professional guidance, though you can expect to receive tasks from various members of your practice group as you grow into the role.

Benefits

A competitive honorarium
Reimbursement of your Part B Course fees and call fees upon completing your training contract with us and being confirmed as an Associate
Full unrestricted access to LawNet and the internet for on-line legal research

Application

Prospective trainees should provide their cover letter and CV along with the following information:

Academic transcripts to date (including secondary and college)
Subjects taken thus far in law school and the grades (if unavailable, provide reasonably expected grades)
Subjects to be taken in the coming year of law school
Candidate’s own estimation of the ultimate class of his/her degree
The expected start date
Preferred area(s) of practice

Applications should be sent by e-mail only to:

The Recruitment Partner
Shook Lin & Bok LLP
1 Robinson Road #18-00
AIA Tower
Singapore 048542
E-mail: trainee@shooklin.com

Interns

We welcome applications from students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate law degrees who are eligible for admission as advocates and solicitors in Singapore.

Our internship programme offers valuable, hands-on exposure to legal practice while enabling us to identify promising candidates for future training contracts.

Each intern will be paired with a mentor who will, wherever possible, involve them in daily tasks to provide practical insights into the realities of legal work.

We encourage you to indicate your preferred practice area. While we will make every effort to accommodate your preferences, we cannot guarantee placement due to limited availability in certain seats.

Internship Periods

Our formal internship programmes run for three weeks. The 2026 programme dates are:

11 – 29 May
8 – 26 June
6 – 24 July
3 – 21 August

While we do consider internship applications outside of the formal internship programmes, we encourage you to join the formal internship programmes which covers activities which you would otherwise not have the opportunity to experience.

Application

When applying for internship, please provide the following information:

GCE ‘O’ and ‘A’ level examination results
LLB examination results achieved to date
Extra-curricular activities
Prizes or awards received
Preferred area(s) of practice
A window of dates during which you will be available

Applications should be sent by e-mail only to:

The Recruitment Partner
Shook Lin & Bok LLP
1 Robinson Road #18-00
AIA Tower
Singapore 048542
E-mail: intern@shooklin.com

Please note that as we receive significantly more internship applications than we can accommodate, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Professional Support

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that success comes from working together in a supportive and professional environment — one that encourages growth, collaboration, and mutual respect. We offer competitive remuneration packages and opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. We are always looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our business support team which includes roles in: