Associate

     

DLA Piper is a global law firm with offices in more than 40 countries around the world, from the Americas to Europe, the Middle East to Africa and the Asia Pacific region. DLA Piper's Prague office will be celebrating 20 years in the Czech market and provides legal advice in the areas of commercial and corporate law, real estate, banking and financial transactions, dispute resolution and arbitration, employment and technology law, including AI and cybersecurity.

DLA Piper's Prague office is looking for an Associate to join its team.

We are looking for a candidate who:

  • has experience practising law, ideally with a reputable Czech or international law firm,
  • is a qualified attorney with a minimum of 1–2 years of post-admission legal experience,
  • demonstrates a proactive, can-do attitude and a deep understanding of client needs,
  • is well-organized, deadline-driven and service-oriented,
  • shows excellent communication skills, client care and works well in a team,
  • is fluent in English and Czech, both written and spoken at a professional level,
  • has a genuine interest in marketing, business development, and contributing to the growth of the firm’s practice.

The benefits of being part of DLA Piper

  • Involvement in global projects across jurisdictions
  • Inclusion in a structured career development programme
  • Access to international training programmes and continuous learning opportunities
  • Participation in our Employee Assistance Programme – along with a variety of other valuable benefits.
  • Modern offices in the heart of Prague, with the flexibility to work remotely
  • A dynamic and collaborative team environment with regular company events, including team-building activities, office breakfasts, sports events, and a Christmas party
  • Opportunities for secondments within the DLA Piper global network
  • Direct exposure to international clients and cross-border matters from day one
  • A culture that supports initiative, innovation, and personal impact.

About us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.