Hello, I am a big law associate in the US looking to relocate to the UK. How difficult is this to do? Can this be done?

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In usual times, it depends on your practice. Usually easier for finance and corporate associates and some firms have US associates that practice US securities law. Does your firm have a London office? If so you can ask for a secondment. I’m not sure how fluid is the market now. I relocated from Canada to the UK.

What’s your specialism?

Currently big law in NYC and just landed a position in London. Probably a bit of luck involved and being open to opportunities. I’d reach out to recruiters who specialize in relocation from the US to UK. I think MLA has a lot of these positions. Feel free to DM me.

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