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My first 6 months as a placement student at Kiteleys
My first 6 months as a placement Student at kiteleys.
My legal placement has been an eye-opening journey for me. At the beginning of my enrolment at Bournemouth University, I was unsure whether a placement would be for me. However, I soon came to realise the benefits of a legal placement year such as having first-hand experience with working in a law firm which can benefit your future greatly. Kiteleys have shown me how beneficial a placement year can be and have provided me with a great experience so far.
I am currently based in the litigation department focusing mainly on personal injury matters, however, from time-to-time I will assist in other matters such as disputes. I have the liberty of working on a variety of cases, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and preparing for court hearings. It is interesting to see that each case requires a unique approach.
As a placement student, I have had the chance to work closely with experienced solicitors who have allowed me to shadow them and have also guided me through the litigation processes. Working in a law firm has enabled me to develop my legal skills such as legal research and effective communication.
One of my favourite experiences was the opportunity to attend a court hearing. It was fascinating to see first-hand each party presenting their arguments and advocating for their clients.
I feel honoured to have been given the opportunity to undertake my legal placement year with Kiteleys and to become a part of their team. I would highly recommend to anyone thinking of pursuing a legal career to consider Kiteleys for a legal placement/ work experience.