Name of Student: Fedaa Al Jundi
Degree Subject: LLB Law
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Company Name: Solidum Solicitors
Type of Internship: Access to Internships (A2I)
What were your key duties and responsibilities during your internship?
Ability to prioritise work.
Analytical skills.
Organisational skills.
Ability to strictly adhere to guidelines and procedures.
Communication and time management skills.
Problem solving.
General administrative work of a law firm.
What was your biggest achievement on your internship?
I have developed new skills during my internship that I would not have developed during my studies which will set me up for the real workplace upon graduation. An example is how to deal with clients effectively or if they were vulnerable, for e.g. they have lost a loved one and were applying for probate.
Skills Learnt:
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Customer Service
- Organisation
Attributes Developed:
- Logical thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Independence
Your message to other students considering a similar job role, organisation or sector?
I was involved in litigation cases where I was putting together trial paperwork and bundles. I did work in different areas of law, which narrowed my choices when thinking about specialising in one or two areas after graduation. I did legal research in different ways for different areas of law. I drafted letters and documents for court cases, which improved my legal drafting skills. I am very grateful for this opportunity.
This experience was overall amazing. It has boosted my confidence and provided me with new contacts. I would urge anyone to apply for internships even if they are not paid, because it will open many doors and provide many future opportunities. This was reflected during my internship, as I secured a paralegal role a day after my internship ended.