On a day to day basis we had a morning catch up followed by talks from the specific seat we were doing that day Then we would have task time to work on the task surrounding that area of law We would be able to discuss this with the speaker if needed
The placement was online due to the pandemic Each day students were assigned to a different department where we had an introductory talk and chance to ask questions We then completed a task for each department and were given feedback There were network
Given a broad overview of the firms practice areas by learning about a different practice area each day We initially spoke to a solicitor who gave an overview of the work they do in that area this was followed by time for questions We were then set a
Each day I experienced a new legal department On that day we were given a clear brief and then given time to complete the tasks We were then given comprehensive feedback having submitted the tasks which was very useful There was also time throughout th
Had talks from early careers team introducing us to the firm and its inner workings Then each day was based on a different department eg commercial where we had a talk from a member of that department and then a traineelike task set to complete by the
It was a brilliant couple of weeks with each week spent in a different department There were many opportunities to get involved in the work that the firm carries out but also invites to socials and conferences Everyone was friendly and helpful and i
The insight was very enjoyable and consisted on a series of hands on challenging tasks By completing work that was actually of relevance to the firm I felt the insight was genuinely effective in confirming my preference to Irwin Mitchell By being includ
I thoroughly enjoyed the insight There was always plenty of exciting research and tasks to be completed The training sessions that were provided were very interactive and provided valuable information to help us The team was very friendly and were keen
I thoroughly enjoyed my 8 week internship at Irwin Mitchell I was able to get a real insight into the working day of a solicitor and was able to confirm to myself the areas of law that I want to go into I was given a good amount of responsibility and w