Meet Zoe - Trainee Solicitor

What is your role, and when did you join the firm?

I am a Trainee Solicitor, and I joined the firm in September 2024. 

What inspired you to apply to this law firm?

After completing the summer placement, my interest in AG was solidified. I got to see first-hand, the firm practicing what they preach - having an extensive portfolio of clients, delivering a range of quality work, implementing, and developing top legal technologies in works carried out and fostering a culture that really shines.

What does a typical work day look like?

Typically, I'll first put together my to do list, organising and making sure I have a note of what's happening in each matter I am involved with. Trainee tasks vary from seat to seat but generally, I could be doing things such as, legal research, liaising with clients to provide an update on their matter, drafting advice notes and letters, and managing documents on file.

What are your working hours like?

Depends what is happening on matters I am involved in. Typically, 9-5ish, if busy and things are urgent on matters, then can be late, but this would be rare.

What is the single most important thing you have learned so far as a trainee?

Be engaged and show initiative.

What are your top tips for someone applying to this law firm?

Be yourself - highlight any unique hobbies or interests in your applications! Do your research and make the most of your employability resources at Uni - do the mock interviews and get them to look over your application.

What’s the best piece of work you’ve been involved in?

I am currently in my second seat. In both my first and second seat, I have been able to be involved large, cross-office matters. In these matters, I felt supported, regardless of where my team was based. I was able to have a more hands on role in a recent large and complicated matter, which allowed me develop my skills and knowledge greatly.

What makes this law firm a great place to work?

The people who work there and their support, the work you get to be involved in, the quality of training, and opportunities available to you.

What are the most important qualities you need to be a lawyer?

Initiative, attention to detail, communication, organisation, resilience, adaptability.