Work Experience Student Review

The work experience involved interviews with top solicitors and trainee solicitors, where we were given advice about building CVs, going to interviews and entering the field of law. We also learned about what a solicitor does in a day and completed legal tasks which a solicitor would expect to complete.

I learnt about reading and understanding legal documents, drafting clauses of contracts and summary sheets. I also learnt in detail about how contracts are formed and the 6 requirements of a contract. I was also able to practice debating skills. The advice I received was also amazing, and the whole experience was so informative.

I really enjoyed the work experience! It confirmed for me that I want to work in the field of law, particularly as a solicitor. The tasks were very useful and also very interesting. The speakers were informative and engaging, and many sessions were very interactive despite being online, so the whole experience was amazing.

The sessions ran smoothly, and the platform Forage meant all sessions could be easily joined and the tasks easily found. The Early Talent Team were always on hand to help with any technical difficulties, and this made it a flawless experience. The topics discussed in the sessions were very relevant and useful.

Every speaker (all from Pinsent Masons) was extremely friendly and open to all questions. They were all keen to help and offer advice. The firm's values were very clear, including their focus on diversity and inclusion, the environment and innovation. We had meetings with trainee supervisors who gave a detailed insight into their experience at the firm, and it sounds like an amazing place to work.

The experience further confirmed that I want to pursue a career in law. At first, I had thought that I would not be interested in work done by commercial lawyers, but from the experience I realised that it is very interesting, and I would be eager to learn more about commercial law.

No, we were not paid for the experience. We completed an application to take part in the course and were selected. The course was free, and this was amazing as the quality of the experience was amazing and so helpful. The course took place virtually so there were no expenses.

There were amazing opportunities to network. We had discussions with trainee solicitors and qualified solicitors, who gave great advice, which was really helpful as it came from someone already in the profession. There were networking lunches we could take part in on two days to meet other students following the same career path. We were also given contact information to ask for further guidance from the Early Talent Team, which is so useful.

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The experience gives such an amazing insight into the work of a solicitor. You get the opportunity to complete tasks that a qualified solicitor would complete on a daily basis, opportunities to network, and invaluable advice from those already in the profession. The whole experience was so interesting and engaging.

Research the firm and find its values, and try to show that you appreciate and share these values in your application. If you can, show that you demonstrate these values with evidence, such as previous work experience or reading. Also, the firm prioritises energy and drive, so make sure your enthusiasm comes across in the application.