Leading corporate law firm JLF, has awarded a training contract to Archie Read, to commence in Spring 2026.
A law graduate from the University of Bristol, the Yarm School alumnus recently completed a Masters of Laws at Durham University, and will practice as a paralegal at the firm before starting his Training Contract.
Archie will join his colleagues at JLF’s state-of-the-art offices in London and Newcastle, with a third international office scheduled to open in the United Arab Emirates in Q2 2026.
Jabad Jaigirdar, Senior Partner at JLF, commented: “We are focused on having the very best talent as we create an environment in which exceptional people build extraordinary careers.
“Archie is yet another terrific addition as we continue to build out our market-leading capabilities in London, Newcastle and the Middle-East.”
Speaking about his decision to join JLF, Archie said: “JLF gives you experience you can’t get elsewhere— my days are never stagnant. Working alongside forward-thinking scholars from world-class universities, with a shared intellectual curiosity, JLF’s graduate programme is a syllabus in real-world leadership, and problem solving.”
This appointment reinforces JLF’s standing as a leading authority on corporate law, distinguished both by the calibre of its client work, and the strength of its recruitment programme.
About JLF
JLF is a specialist corporate law firm with offices in London and Newcastle, advising on mergers and acquisitions. Founded in the AI and digital transformation era, the tech-focused firm is unencumbered by legacy systems, and delivers relationship-led advice faster and more efficiently than traditional law firms. Led by Senior Partner Jabad Jaigirdar, JLF has quickly built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and market-leading expertise.
