Paralegal / Solicitor Apprentice Review

by DWF Law LLP

Rating

8.9/10

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

Working in the major loss team involves reviewing document, drafting bundles, chasing various parties for responses re liability, quantum and billing and generally assisting file handlers where required for admin

10/10

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

Developed my communication and detailed analysis skills as my previous job involved working on much lower claim value work

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the structure of my programme and appreciate DWF taking my apprenticeship on from my previous firm who went into administration. I have been supported with this and it has been a smooth transition. The other apprentices are with BPP but I still feel supported.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I understand the structure well enough but as I am on a different programme to others, it can be hard to discuss with others.

8/10

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

I have a lot of support in terms of setting targets for review meetings, study leave and general advice on exams and work balance.

10/10

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

My training provider, mainly my training coach, supports me well in checking in on me and answering any questions I have

9/10

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

I don't believe the two always match each other but the skills are transferrable in terms of written communication and detailed analysis

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.)

There are social teams events, office events in relation to charity and a few networking opportunites.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend DWF Law LLP to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Coming from my previous role where support was lacking, I have been support both as a sub-team, wider team and from the early careers team.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to DWF Law LLP?

To be yourself in an interview