Vacation Scheme Review
at Latham & Watkins
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: July 2023
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
I sat in two departments over the scheme- Data & Technology Transactions and Structured Finance. Each week was divided between work shadowing, completing the research task and information sessions. We also had a trainee mentor and Recruitment Committee contact with who we had regular check-ins. We were also encouraged to engage with and meet people at the firm. Overall a great, jam-packed week!
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
We had practice area overview sessions from most departments at the firm. These included information like what daily tasks would look like, typical trainee tasks, key deals they had worked on, as well as hot topics in their respective industries. People in general were very open to any questions, and happy to meet for coffees if we wanted to discuss anything further.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I really developed my attention to detail, as much of the work I was submitted required close engagement with law and had to be formatted in a way which would be well received by a client. I also learnt how to draft arguments and documents, as well as working on legal software which I would not otherwise have had exposure to. I have also developed soft skills in communication and networking, as I had to engage with various people throughout the scheme. This included other Vac Schemers, Associates, Partners etc.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
Everyone at the firm (from trainees to Partners) was incredibly approachable! Always smiling and happy to stop for a chat. The firm has a generally relaxed environment, though, of course, everyone is expected to work hard. Latham & Watkins left a positive impression all around!
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I enjoyed it completely! Definitely one of the more insightful schemes I have done- I would definitely recommend applying!
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Latham & Watkins
5/5
Would you recommend Latham & Watkins to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Latham & Watkins
Definitely spend time on your application, tailor it to the firm and (most importantly!) to you! I would recommend reaching out to anyone you want to talk to at the firm too, they will be happy to meet you and answer any questions. Make sure you also know about the key deals of the frim and its culture.
