Legal Apprentice Review

by Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

Rating

9.1/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am a legal apprentice and my current role entails running conflict checks against new clients.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

yes I have learned how to have attention for detail as well as interact with people on different levels. Further to this I have learnt how to be confident when talking to a group as well as being adaptive in my communication.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am enjoying the program as it s allowing me to develop my professionalism as well as my legal knowledge

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

the structure is very good. we have rotations that last 6 months were we are placed in different teams which allows us to gin insight into all aspects of law, as well as gain different work experience.

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

We receive a good amount of support from our supervisors and managers at work in order to meet deadlines and have help with portfolio work

9/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

The training providers are good at delivering the material however key dates are always miscommunicated.

9/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

it allows me to understand processes and practice them in a working environment

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes. The firm takes part in many charity events, social events and attends may events, which allows apprentices to have the chance to socialise with others,

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a diverse firm which accepts people from different backgrounds as well as supports peoples needs. They treat everyone as individuals and respects everyone in order to accommodate needs.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner?

Be yourself and be confident. Show them why they should invest in you and show them you are proactive.