Training & Professional Development

We encourage trainees to assume significant responsibility for client matters early in their careers.  To prepare you for this, we provide an extensive training programme that deals not only with conventional legal topics, but also with specialised skills and knowledge that will contribute to your professional growth.  Our aim is to develop you into a well-rounded business lawyer capable of inspiring total confidence in your clients.

Your training begins with an introduction to our firm and practice, which involves a formal induction with over 50 partners and associates.  You will learn about matters such as organising your work efficiently and adapting your research and writing skills to your assignments.  From the outset you will be an integrated member of your team with your own BlackBerry and mobile phone.  At the same time you will have an associate mentor to guide you from day one.

Next, you will attend workshops to familiarise yourself with the legal issues that you will encounter and with practical tasks, such as drafting and negotiating documents and managing cases or transactions.  The programmes are also designed to help you make an informed decision about your future seats.

Upon qualification, the continuing professional development programme will keep you abreast of the latest developments in the legal field relevant to your specialised area of practice.  Plus, you will also look to develop and enhance your skills in a number of critical business areas, including business development, management and financial awareness.