Insight Review at Reynolds Porter Chamberlain LLP

The Role

Role Description

During this vacation scheme, I worked in two departments. I spent my first week in Employment & Pensions, during which I researched points of law and compiled a case bundle for the court. During my second week, I worked in the General Liability & Medical department. I attended a meeting with Counsel, researched potential speakers for seminars and analysed small claims. We also had a number of interesting presentations, with topics including the 'T Shaped' lawyer, CSR and insurance law.

The firm organised a range of socials, including London Eye drinks and buffet lunches, which were a great way to learn more about the culture of the firm as well as being a lot of fun!

1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Really enjoyed the placement, the work was interesting and there was a good mix of presentations, working in departments and group project work.

2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Everyone at the firm was approachable and seemed appreciative of the work we were doing both within departments and for our business project.

3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

My supervisors were all very supportive and always happy to answer any questions.

4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Fairly busy, I always had plenty of work to be doing in my department and our group business project also kept us busy.

5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

Quite a high degree of responsibility, some of the work I undertook I felt really contributed to the work of the departments.

6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

This was a really useful insight into life as a trainee solicitor and I feel I have learnt alot about the law itself and how this is applied to business in practice. The group business project was also a great experience in terms of developing teamwork and organisational skills.

The Organisation

7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

The atmosphere within the office was both friendly and relaxed, as well as hard working.

8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

Really well organised, there was a really interesting variety of activities.

9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

The firm really tried to give us an insight into the life of an RPC trainee and so I felt we were given a great deal of responsibilty and a variety of tasks to do to develop useful skills.

10. What were the perks on your work placement?

★★★★★★★☆☆☆

Rated 7/10

• Subsidised Canteen
• Company Parties/Events

11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The work at the firm was challenging, interesting and varied, with the people being very approachable and enthusiastic about their work. This makes the firm an ideal place to work.

Other Information

12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

★★★★★★★★★★

Rated 10/10

The firm had a great work/ife balance, which was reflected in the events organised for us, such as the London Eye drinks.

13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Rated 8/10

14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

★★★★★★★★★☆

Rated 9/10

Yes we had a number of drinks evenings and buffet lunches.

Review 25/27 for Reynolds Porter Chamberlain LLP

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