Simmons & Simmons LLP

8.7 /10 182 reviews

Opportunities Offered:: Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Sectors:: Legal/Law

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Simmons & Simmons LLP Reviews

Paralegal at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

7.4

I enjoyed learning about the departments I sat in, especially as I had very little experience in disputes work. I was very interested in the department's work in the first week, and was fortunate to assist on some breaking current affairs work in the seco...

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Student at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.3

It was a real-life experience into different departments. I did not feel that I was 'just' a 2-week intern who was there to be given administrative tasks. I was given responsibilities and a lot of tasks, which I really appreciated. I also enjoyed the diff...

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Spring scheme insight at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.7

I thoroughly enjoyed the scheme. There was not only opportunity to socialise but the work was also enjoyable as I was kept busy and challenged. My trainee worked hard to ensure that I was constantly engaged and enjoying the work, as well as learning. I wi...

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Attendee at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

8.9

Overall, the Insight Scheme was very enjoyable. I gained valuable first hand experience of the firm's culture and the day-to-day work of lawyers at the firm.

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Spring Insight Scheme at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

10.0

I enjoyed the programme as it has offered me valuable opportunities. Although it was only a 2-days programme, I had gained lots of experiences. This was my first time working in a law firm. I thought the law industry was all about reading documents which ...

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Spring insight student at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

8.9

Very enjoyable experience and I learned a huge amount, both about a career commercial law and the firm which is why I did the scheme.

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Intern at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.5

I had a great time with the trainees and my fellow participants. I really enjoyed the bowling and drinks.

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Intern at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

7.7

Very useful for understanding the firm better and the work I was given was interesting

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Spring Intern at Simmons & Simmons LLP at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

7.4

I thoroughly enjoyed the insight programme. It offered me the opportunity to spend some time in a department where the work was really interesting. It also offered a great opportunity to get my first piece of legal work experience.

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Vacation Schemer at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

7.7

I personally had an incredible week at the firm. In addition to the wonderful support structure in place [Grad Rec / secretarial staff], I was given a consistent level of quality work during my seat. The one thing that made the experience particularly enj...

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Winter Vacation Intern at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.6

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Winter vacation scheme intern at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.8

I was given interesting and varied work and felt part of the team

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Intern at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

8.9

I really enjoyed the insight - for a week long placement there was very little that could have been improved upon. There was a good balance of relevant sessions organised by the scheme and time spent in your department doing real work

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Winter Vacation Scheme Intern at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.5

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Vacation scheme student at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

7.9

Really interesting work, with great people and great support. The week was also filled with networking and social events which gave a great feel of the firm

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Vacation Scheme Student at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.4

One of my main considerations when applying for the Simmons & Simmons Vacation Scheme was the culture of the firm and I was interested to see how well this mapped out in reality. The scheme gave me the opportunity to expose myself to real commercial law w...

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Winter Vacation scheme student at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.4

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Vacation Scheme Intern at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.1

When deciding whether to apply for a particular firm, having the chance to spend some time getting to know the people and the culture is of significant importance. The Vacation Scheme at Simmons and Simmons LLP was a fantastic opportunity to experience li...

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Vacation Scheme Student at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

8.9

I found the insight very enjoyable - the firm struck the right balance between work-related and social events. Participants were given the opportunity to explore different practice areas and meet lawyers from across the firm on a number of occasions. Even...

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Vacation Scheme at Simmons & Simmons LLP

Simmons & Simmons LLP
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

9.1

I really enjoyed the insight, our supervisors and other members of the departments were very conscientious in providing us with tasks that ranged in difficulty. A partner took time to set me a problem, and went through it with me and then provided me with...

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