Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

Assisting partners and associate on a range of client matters

I arrive in the office around 9:30. I would have checked my e-mails on the way in to get an idea of what is ahead of me that day. After a quick coffee and a chat with fellow trainees, I go back to my desk to start my day.
My current seat is in energy project finance team. One of my ongoing tasks since I joined is management of a conditions precedents check-list on a large power plant deal in Africa which is about to close. This means chasing numerous parties - the borrower, banks, local lawyers - to gather about 300 documents which need to be produced before the deal can be signed. I send out couple of e-mails to the relevant parties and check with the responsible associate if anything else needs to be done.
As I return to my desk, I see an e-mail from another associate I work with. Our client is experiencing some problems with his project and needs to fire his main contractor. I am asked to look into the formalities

Constant buzz of large transactions being pushed through and the variety of tasks - you are never bored

Hours can be long and demanding deadlines can create atmosphere of constant pressure.

Good client exposure, high earning potential, international work.

Communication skills, workload and time management, attention to detail, legal knowledge

These is a great amount of training throughout the contract. You begin with two week induction which is aimed at preparing you for the day-to-day job and includes advocacy and communication skills, client care, time management. Once in your seat, you will receive rather thorough training by your department. Many of the courses count towards your professional skills credits.

2008-2009 LPC at Oxford Institute of Legal Practice

2009-2010 Lawyer in a law firm in Prague

2010 - 2012 Legal counsel in energy company in Prague

After qualification, I plan to stay in the profession

Try to get as much experience as possible