A&L Goodbody welcomes new generation of legal talent to Belfast office

Friday 18 September 2026

A&L Goodbody (ALG) has welcomed nine new trainee solicitors and one Law Degree Apprentice to its Belfast office, as the firm continues to invest in the development of the next generation of legal talent in Northern Ireland.

The new recruits will undertake structured development programmes combining practical experience, formal learning and mentoring, giving them the opportunity to build their legal, commercial and technical skills while working alongside experienced lawyers across a range of practice areas.

Their arrival comes at a time of continued growth for ALG in Belfast, where the firm advises leading local and international organisations on some of the most significant and complex matters in the Northern Ireland market.

The new intake also reflects ALG’s commitment to creating a range of routes into the legal profession. Alongside its established trainee solicitor programme, the firm’s Law Degree Apprenticeship offers an alternative pathway for talented young people seeking to build a career in law while combining academic study with practical workplace experience.

Gareth Walls, Partner at A&L Goodbody’s Belfast office, said:

“We are delighted to welcome our new trainees and Law Degree Apprentice to A&L Goodbody. Starting a career in law is an exciting milestone, and we want to give our people the experience, support and opportunities they need to build rewarding and successful careers.

“Developing the next generation of legal talent is hugely important to us. They will learn from some of the best lawyers in the market, gain experience working with leading clients and, importantly, be encouraged to develop the confidence, commercial awareness and skills that will serve them throughout their careers.

“We look forward to seeing each of them develop and make their own contribution to the future of the firm.”

About A&L Goodbody

A&L Goodbody is one of Ireland’s leading corporate law firms, advising domestic and international clients across a broad range of sectors. With offices in Belfast, Dublin, London, New York and San Francisco, ALG provides legal advice across corporate, finance, disputes, employment, real estate, technology and other key practice areas.

Photo caption: New trainee solicitors and Law Degree Apprentice at A&L Goodbody’s Belfast office, pictured with Gareth Walls, Partner (centre).

Friday 18 September 2026