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Insight scheme attendee Review

at DLA Piper

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Commercial Law

London

Review Submitted: April 2024

Overall Rating

4.8 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Experience
4.8/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Company Culture
5/5 - Overall Experience
5/5 - Recommendations and Advice

Overview of Experience

Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
On the first day we were given an overview of the firm and heard from associates who outlined their distinctive practice groups. We also engaged in a litigation and mediation exercise which was really fun. The second day focused more on life as a trainee and highlighted the routes into a career with DLA Piper.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
i was able to talk to various members from the firm including partners, associates and trainees who outlined the firm's culture, values and practice areas.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
developed communication, networking, attention to detail and teamwork skills.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
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?
the general atmosphere was incredibly welcoming and we were encouraged to network and speak to people who were quite senior at the firm. there was an immense emphasis on personal development and relationships.
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 thoroughly enjoyed the insight and would recommend it to other students considering a career in commercial law.
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 reimbursed expenses

Recommendations and Advice

Please rate the future employment prospects at DLA Piper
5/5
Would you recommend DLA Piper to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to DLA Piper
research DLA Piper prior to applying, be sure to emphasise non- legal work experience opportunities to highlight transferable skills and show a willingness to learn more about the firm and the sector.
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