Insight Programme Attendee Review
by DLA Piper
Rating
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Skills
4.3
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Business Insight
4.3
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Culture
4.0
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Your Impressions
4.3
- 1. Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
- 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
- How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
- How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
- How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
- Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
- 3. What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
- Please rate how insightful you found the insight
- How would you rate the structure of the insight
- How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
- 4. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
- How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
- How would you rate the networking opportunities?
- Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
- 5. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
- Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
- Please rate how your experience met your expectations
- Please rate the future employment prospects at DLA Piper
- 7. Would you recommend DLA Piper to a friend?
- 8. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to DLA Piper
Overview
On the first day, we received a welcome talk about the firm and programme. Then we received a panel discussion about ESG and corporate social responsibility, including the different pro bono initiatives at the firm. We then had a practice group overview in breakout rooms and then a mock litigation task. We also had an evening social organised for us. On the second day, we heard more about DEI at the firm, life as a trainee in breakout rooms, personal branding, applying to the summer programme and a closing talk.
Skills
I have learned more about the work of a trainee at the firm and its different practice groups. Additionally, we had the opportunity to practice skills such as contract reviewing in a mock litigation and mediation task. Other skills include networking, personal branding and a general passion for a legal career.
Business Insight
It was well presented and engaging, being able to engage with trainees from offices around the UK and Ireland. It made the experience unique as it felt like a connected and global firm.
Culture
Everyone was lovely and supportive. All the trainees and the early careers team were open to questions. This made the company seem very open and supportive.
Your Impressions
I enjoyed it immensely and would recommend it.
Yes
I would say to focus on the practice areas that the firm provides and demonstrate an interest in them. Additionally, a main focus is how global the firm is, so I would highlight why this is important to you.
Details
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Commercial Law
London
April 2024
