Work Experience Student Review
at Pinsent Masons LLP
Work Experience
Legal/Law
London
Review Submitted: August 2022
Overall Rating
3.6 /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!
3.2/5
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Overview of the Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
3.5/5
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Company Culture
Overview of the Experience
Please give an overview of what your work experience involved:
3/5
A mixture of interactive group activities, individual tasks, and presentations.
To what extent did you enjoy your work experience?
5/5
It was very enjoyable and informative. I really enjoyed grappling with some challenging text and working in groups.
How well organised was your work experience?
5/5
Very well organised, Forage works very well.
How much did your work experience help you in deciding on your future career path?
2/5
It has really helped clarify what the life of a lawyer is really like. Though I am still undecided.
Were you paid or reimbursed for this experience?
1/5
No, but there were no expenses.
Skills Development
What training and skills development did you learn from your work experience?
5/5
I learnt a lot about the application process to a law firm and how to develop commercial awareness.
Company Culture
How much did you learn about the company culture and what it would be like to work there?
5/5
A fair amount, particularly during the presentation on responsible business practices. It seems like a nice company culture that is not overly competitive or pressured.
Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees?
2/5
Yes, the lunch networking events allowed conversation with other students.
Recommendations and Advice
Would you recommend Pinsent Masons LLP to a friend?
Yes
Why?
This work experience programme was brilliant and anyone interested in the legal profession would find it enjoyable and interesting.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Pinsent Masons LLP?
Be yourself in the application and consider how law relates to your life.
