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I had an absolutely fantastic time on the insight scheme, learning about what really lies at the heart of Herbert Smith Freehills and its values as a firm. The opportunity to meet people from all across the firm, in the various departments and in their va...
I really enjoyed the insight scheme because it gave me a greater understanding of corporate law and the thrilling nature of the work. I especially enjoyed the departmental careers fair, as prior to this I really had no idea about the sort of work each dep...
I really enjoyed this insight because it allowed me to get a good understanding of the practice area of the firm, the life of a trainee at the firm, as well as the firm's culture. I also found the shadowing opportunity unique in that it truly allowed us t...
I enjoyed the insight so much! It was so useful to see what the day in the like of a trainee is actually like, plus the trainer I was shadowing was so lovely and answered all the questions I had! The ADR and corporate workshops were also very enjoya...
All the people who partook in the scheme alongside me were very friendly and kind, along with all the trainees/associates/partners that I spoke to. The insight scheme was very informative and useful, I got a better insight of what it would actually be lik...
For the first Law Firm I’ve attended, they’ve set the bar really high. In the space of only 2 days, I learned so much about the ethos of the firm and what they have to offer. All the trainees, associates and partners that I met were welcoming and made it ...
Very enjoyable and insightful workshop. It introduced me to the commercial legal world, and I got the chance to meet many great people.
It was very enjoyable - everybody was very friendly which definitely helped! Whilst there was definitely a packed schedule and a lot of information to absorb, the trainees, associates and partners alike were easygoing and welcoming, and there were plenty ...
Very interesting and action-packed schedule over the entire scheme, with a few particularly enjoyable role-playing scenarios. Had the chance to speak to loads of trainees, associates and partners alike, and everyone was very candid and helpful in their wo...
The First Year Insight Scheme was incredibly enjoyable. The schedule was packed full of a variety of activities, such as group negotiation exercises and work shadowing. It was invaluable in gaining an insight into the firm and the type of work it does. Al...
It was an amazing experience and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I got to meet many first year students and got a feel about the culture about the firm. The career fair was also a really good opportunity to find out about many departments within the firm. Howeve...
The first year insight scheme was extremely engaging. It is perfect for those who enjoy interactive discussion and debate. For example, the negotiation and mediation exercises encouraged us to apply our skills and collaborate with our teammates. This is ...
The event was very enjoyable - especially the time spent shadowing a trainee. He was very insightful and friendly and no question was too onerous. The social event and the skills workshops were highly enjoyable and bought some fun to the event. Overall, i...
I very much enjoyed my time with HSF. The firm representatives are super friendly, the work being done by the firm is very exciting and I got a much deeper understanding of the industry. Overall, this is an unforgettable and super well-organised insight s...
I enjoyed the insight a lot because it was useful in helping me gauge whether or not Herbert Smith Freehills would be a law firm that I would be interested in applying to. The workshops and the work shadowing were the most enjoyable elements of the insigh...
I loved this insight day at HSF because I got the opportunity to do things I haven’t done at different law firms, such as participate in a mock M and A transaction deal. My work shadowing trainee was also really lovely and sitting in meetings was very ins...
I have absolutely loved the insight scheme. I felt that I really benefitted from the presentations and the interactive workshops.
I thoroughly enjoyed the workshop. I felt that it gave me a real insight into the firm. I really liked how interactive and engaging it was. Everyone was more than happy to answer any questions I had.
