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I really enjoyed the vacation scheme. I got to get involved in real work from the get-go, and so the time in the office flew by in a really positive way. I also got to meet a wide range of people in practice groups that I wasn't sat in as well.
The Herbert Smith Freehill's vacation scheme was very enjoyable. The two weeks were well organized, with a high standard of work, presentations of life at the firm, especially those focused on life as a trainee (Pro Bono & Citizenship, The importance of l...
It was truly insightful to the workings of the dispute division of the firm, and also introduced the independent Advocacy group. The case studies were incredible to see the impact the firm has in its cases, and how it is able to manage global workings.
Lovely experience allowing significant exposure to a range of legal sectors and work.
It was incredibly insightful into its disputes practice, beginning with a brief overview of two of their top cases, a discussion of their advocacy practice, as well as a chance to meet trainees and see the firm!
I thought that the Disputes Open Day was very insightful and enjoyable. The information relayed in each session helped me better understand the firm's core practices.
I really enjoyed the Disputes Insight Day. It was well organised, ran smoothly, we were given sufficient breaks with very nice refreshments and I learnt a lot about a wide range of practice areas within the disputes practice. It was great to hear from a v...
The Disputes Open Day was a uniquely insightful event and one I enjoyed thoroughly. I appreciated the fact that it was a day tailored to a specific part of the practice rather than being a general open day about everything the firm has to offer. I benefit...
I very much enjoyed the vacation scheme at Herbert Smith Freehills. The work was enormously varied, and I particularly like the way we got involved in substantive client matters. The range of work, from drafting client letters or legal agreements to doing...
I really enjoyed the vacation scheme. It truly allowed me to see how the firm functioned in terms of its culture, but also see the differences between different departments. We were given real work to do and I often looked forward to coming in to work eve...
I enjoyed the way in which the vacation scheme was organised - everyday you could learn and do something.
I did enjoy the insight Vacation Scheme, as there was the opportunity to sit in two different departments over the three weeks. The social events were relatively regular and varied, and there was good exposure to the more senior members of the firm, inclu...
The scheme provided a well balanced and rounded view of the firm, giving experience in two seats over the three weeks. Seat choices were generally given, and those who didn't get their top choices still ended up enjoying what they did. Getting a sense of ...
The scheme was well structured and gave a good feel for the firm. The length of time is really great, and allows you to see quite a lot from the firm. People are very friendly, and most are expecting vacation scheme students, meaning you don't feel like t...
I found the insight to be quite enjoyable. We were given many activities to do every day, both social and professional, and the standard of work was generally interesting. All of the lawyers were friendly and the Recruitment advisors worked hard to make s...
Greatly enjoyed the scheme. The events were well co-ordinated, and we were looked after well. The regular spread of events meant there was always something to look forward to. I particularly enjoyed the Murder Mystery Activity which was different and fun,...
I enjoyed it very much as people were very welcoming and helpful. I got to participate in various events which allowed me to know the firm better.
I really enjoyed the scheme. Was one of the best ones I have done - everyone has been so nice and the work has been top quality.
