2022 Insight Programme Review

The insight programme was very well structured, in that we got a comprehensive and well-rounded look into what makes DLA Piper a leading global firm. We got to hear from various trainees, associates, partners who gave us their insight into their practise areas and their journey to DLA.
We also got a chance to network extensively as well as partake in ice-breakers and a hypothetical litigation trial.

I was learnt the true extent of how intertwined the legal field is with the business and political world, in terms of how external affairs can impact on how a firm wishes to operate going forward.

I learnt about how the intricacies that go on when conducting a litigation trial e.g research, negotiation. I really got to develop my networking skills as I was able to interact with lots of different people.
I also learnt how external affairs can shape the vision of a firm and going forward what values I would want to see being embodied when considering applying to a firm that I am interested in.

The company culture seems to be one that is forward-thinking and innovative. Where it is typical to see partners that are difficult and unapproachable, DLA seems to push a narrative that no matter what rank one may have be it partner, trainee or a paralegal, that everyone at DLA plays an equally important role.
General atmosphere is one that is quite positive and embracing of young budding talent, who may be inquisitive.

I did enjoy the overall contents of what was being delivered. However, it was let down by the lack of ethnic minority representation as there was hardly any from those who spoke to us. It could just be that they did not give enough ethnic minorities the opportunity to be part of the scheme, which is a shame as it might've deterred some talented law students from ethnic minority background from wanting to apply to DLA.

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