I decided to do a placement to give me an insight into life in a law firm and to help me decide if it is an environment I would like to work in. I also thought it would be a good opportunity to see the law in a real life context and see what areas of law I find more interesting.
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I completed tasks along side trainees, including filling out precedents and looking over case files.
I spent each day in a different department working with a variety of teams and people. On a typical day I would look at case files, and fill in precedents and other forms, working along side trainees. I also spoke to trainees and partners about their careers, and would finish each day with an informal chat about my future and any advice they had.
I really enjoyed meeting people in the position I hope to be in in the future and immersing myself in their work.
I used many skills from my course, including attention to detail and commercial awareness. As well as general subject knowledge.
My time on placement has affirmed my decision to become a solicitor and join a medium sized firm.
Form completed: 21 Sep 2018