Apprentice Paralegal Review

by Irwin Mitchell

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.4/10

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

I am an apprentice paralegal, so essentially, I assist other team members on their cases. Each day is different, some days you can be reviewing expert reports and then chasing medical records. I am also on the new enquiries rota, so any new enquiries we have I will deal with them on a particular day and deal with the client.

8/10

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

Yes - you develop your understanding of working as a team.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

8/10

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

8/10

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

7/10

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

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.)

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Irwin Mitchell to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Irwin Mitchell provide the best hands on experience for any trainee. You are exposed to so many different elements of the law and how it is practiced. I would recommend the firm itself, as everyone is very professional and friendly to both clients and colleagues. You are also entitled to volunteering days, which are great to give back to the community as a team.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Irwin Mitchell?

Be honest and be yourself. At the end of the day, you are going to be dealing with people whilst they are going through something really daunting and emotionally-draining - you have to showcase that you can handle and deal with this - professionally but can show empathy. Explain why the firm should pick you.