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Special forces training, dogs and six-figure salaries — how law firms are trying to keep staff happy

A significant proportion of UK lawyers aren't happy at work. What can firms do about it?

A new survey commissioned by City firm Simmons & Simmons shows that UK lawyers are among the unhappiest in the world
A new survey commissioned by City firm Simmons & Simmons shows that UK lawyers are among the unhappiest in the world Photo: Getty Images

Resilience training from former soldiers, dogs in the office and £160,000 salaries for juniors are just some of the ways London law firms are trying to keep their staff happy during a challenging period for morale.

Salaries have spiralled in the sector since 2020, with pay topping £160,000 for newly qualified lawyers at some US firms in London as they try to keep their staff amid a tight recruitment market.

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