I have had the wonderful opportunity to have completed a week of work experience with FJG and it has been an invaluable opportunity to learn about different areas of law that if not for the experience I would not have had.
My interest is within family law, specifically issues concerning children. I was excited to spend a day with the family law department because it was an area which I was interested in and had previous knowledge on. Although this is the area of law I am certain I would like to practice in, the most valuable part of my week was being in the commercial and corporate department as well as the commercial property department. I was given the opportunity to draft a share purchase agreement and draft a lease for a retail unit in a shopping centre. I really enjoyed drafting the ancillary documents that were needed alongside a share purchase agreement. Though undertaking tasks that were unfamiliar, it was challenging but incredibly insightful and what I valued most was the opportunity to learn.
Through learning about different areas of law in a practical way, it has not only exposed me to the different areas of law that I could practice in, but it has provided me with a greater understanding of the work of FJG. FJG have not only provided great legal work experience, but I was given the opportunity to undertake a mock interview and obtain feedback to further my personal development. Everyone at the firm is incredibly encouraging, promoting growth and self-development and the exercise of a mock interview is one which I am thankful for.
My advice for anyone who is looking to obtain work experience is to challenge yourself and gain experience in areas you have not already had, not only can you learn from the experience but your thoughts for the future may change, and you may have found a new passion. FJG provide an incredibly interesting work experience programme and it has reaffirmed to me that I would like to practice in family law. The experience I have had working alongside such fantastic people who have such a passion for their jobs has inspired me and is an experience that I encourage others to take part in.
Amelia Formoy