Work Experience Placement Review

During my work experience placement at Pinsent Masons, I had a variety of tasks. These included: completely case studies, company search report, amending a set of board minutes, comparing the Table A Articles of Association with the Model Articles of Association, research into leasehold interests, and attending a statutory declaration meeting.

I have enhanced my research skills, and developed my confidence and communication skills due to interacting with new people.

I enjoyed this programme because I gained an invaluable insight into the world of law and how it is practiced on a day-to-day basis, and everyone at Pinsent Masons was extremely friendly. It exceeded my expectations, I did not think I would learn as much as I have done.

I feel valued as I was not set pointless tasks, the tasks I were given, the trainees had actually completed themselves or were in the process of completing. Also, I feel appreciated as my supervisors would always thank me for my day's work.

It was very well organised and structured because there was always something for me to do. Furthermore, I received the appropriate training and support so I could complete the task to the best of my abilities.

I received a lot of support as they would always encourage me to ask questions if I was unsure of anything and my supervisors were always on hand if I needed any help. My supervisors were very friendly so I felt neither hesitant nor reluctant to ask them questions.

I received support from my employer as they kept me up-to-date on things

Due to it being a voluntary work experience placement, I did not receive a salary therefore this does not apply to me.

I was surprised to see that Pinsent Masons in Leeds offers a wide range of social activities such as pilates! Everyone gets on well inside, and outside of work, and appears to have an active social life as well as work life.

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I would recommend Pinsent Masons as it gives you the opportunity to see a large law firm operate day in and day out. Not only do I know what tasks I would undertake as a solicitor, I know what skills I would need to succeed as a solicitor and beyond.

Take your time filling in the application and do your research on Pinsent Masons beforehand. Ask as many questions as you can and write down everything!