Trainee Solicitor Review

by Shoosmiths

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Rating

4.1/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    4.1
  • The Culture
    4.5

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • The work placement was very interesting but at times I found myself with little to do and chasing work from very busy partners.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • All of the colleagues that I sat near made a concerted effort to make me feel comfortable and at home and they even took me out for lunch!

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was given a trainee to look after me throughout my time at the firm and they were very attentive and willing to help.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • I had a underlying project to do throughout which kept me busy for the most part, however, at times I did feel like I didn's have much to do.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was able to draft client documents and do some research for legitimate cases.

    4/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • The skills I learnt really helped me in my pursuit of a legal career and made it clear to me what areas I needed to work on.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Everyone in the office was very friendly and the atmosphere was very open and welcoming.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The placement was very well organised and gave a full insight into life at the firm.

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • The firm spent time on making sure that I was integrated into the firm and had a good understanding of what would be expected of me if I was to join.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I was offered a job at the end of my placement and am very excited to be working with the firm.

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • The trainees and partners all seem very willing to get involved socially and events are organised throughout the year.

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Nottingham is a very cheap and lively city and enjoyable.

    5/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Nottingham is a very lively city and the office is right in the centre!

    5/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • The firm organise charity events, social events and sporting events so there is an opportunity for everyone to get involved.

    4/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Legal/Law

East Midlands

November 2011

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