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Insight Programme Review

at DLA Piper

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Commercial Law

London

Review Submitted: April 2021

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!

5/5 - Overview of Experience
5/5 - Skills Development
4.5/5 - 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.
The day was often quite broken up so there were plenty of breaks, which was great because I was always refreshed for each session. Sessions would range from having a senior management partner talk to us, a trainee describe their journey and typical day to us, and sessions by graduate recruitment.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
We received talks from executives of the firm so we were able to ask questions and gain an understanding of how the business operates on a global scale. Additionally we also listened to trainees and got to see how they contribute to the bigger picture.
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?
Yes, during the independent tasks I was able to develop my research skills, commercial awareness, legal drafting and also my written communication skills. I had not done legal drafting before but the programme explained how to do it well.
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?
The company culture was amazing. This was by far the most welcoming culture at a law firm I have experienced. Not only were the graduate recruitment team friendly and welcoming, but the partners and firm leaders were relatable as well. It felt like I was already part of the firm, despite only having been there for a few days. As it was virtual and we couldn't eat lunch together, they gave us JustEat vouchers.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
3/5
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. I learnt so much about the firm and the people there and I also learnt what I personally value in a law firm. My favourite part of the scheme was the independent project because it was like a simulation of the work I would actually do as a trainee.
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 not paid and had no 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
One tip I would give is to make sure the commercial topic that you pick is something that you are genuinely interested in because it will make your analysis of it a lot more authentic. As opposed to picking an area that is popular amongst commercial law firms. Your genuine interest will be seen by the graduate recruitment team and if you are not genuinely interested, that will come through.
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