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<blockquote data-quote="Amma Usman" data-source="post: 211410" data-attributes="member: 36740"><p>Huge congrats on getting the open day! Sooo well deserved. </p><p></p><p>I’ve provided some tips below:</p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Before the Open Day:</strong></p><p></p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Research the firm: Know key deals, focus areas, and any awards or initiatives they have been involved in. Though, to be honest, this is not <em>soooo</em> necessary because a lot of it will be shared on the day and you will know more about even more current deals then. However, researching to some extent helps put the things shared into perspective.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Prepare thoughtful questions in advance: Ideally questions that show you are interested in how the law operates in practice, not just theoretical knowledge. Ask things you wouldn’t see on Google, basically.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Stay updated on current news: If there is a big news event, think about how it could affect the firm's clients and ask about the practical impacts.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Understand the difference between theory and practice: Firms appreciate candidates who recognise that not every headline trend has a material effect on client work.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Plan your logistics: Arrive early, and bring a notebook and pen for proper note-taking (though they may already provide this more often times than not).</li> </ul><p></p><p></p><p><strong>During the Open Day:</strong></p><p></p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Take clear, structured notes: Record key points lawyers and graduate recruitment share, including any insights about working practices and trends.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Be inquisitive and engaged: Remember there are no "silly" questions at this stage. This is your opportunity to learn directly from experienced professionals.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Ask about the practicalities of the job: For example, ask how a regulatory change or market development affects the day-to-day work lawyers do for clients.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Focus on practical impacts, not just surface trends: Ask whether recent developments have actually led to changes in client instructions or market dynamics.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Listen actively during talks and workshops: Note down examples they use to explain legal concepts or client advice, as these real-world examples are very valuable for future applications and interviews.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Engage respectfully with lawyers and trainees: Ask what skills they use most often, what surprised them when they started, and how their work has evolved over time.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Network with your fellow attendees: They are future peers and colleagues; many meaningful professional relationships start at open days. A lot of my closest friends, I met at open days - small world haha!</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Ask about client interaction and teamwork: Understanding how trainees/ lawyers fit into wider client matters will give you a strong foundation.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Be open about gaps in your knowledge: Showing a willingness to learn is much more impressive than pretending to know everything.</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>After the Open Day:</strong></p><p></p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Reflect after the event: Jot down your impressions of the firm's work, culture, and any personal connections you made.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Follow up with individuals you met: Send a short, thoughtful message thanking them for their time and mentioning something specific you discussed.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Connect with your cohort: Stay in touch with fellow attendees; some of your closest professional contacts and friends might come from these early experiences.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Review your notes and link them to future applications: Use the insights you gained to tailor your applications and demonstrate a genuine and well-informed interest in the firm/other firms even.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Continue to build commercial awareness: Use the real examples and practice-area insights you gathered to deepen your understanding for future interviews.</li> </ul><p></p><p>Hope this helps!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Amma Usman, post: 211410, member: 36740"] Huge congrats on getting the open day! Sooo well deserved. I’ve provided some tips below: [B]Before the Open Day:[/B] [LIST] [*]Research the firm: Know key deals, focus areas, and any awards or initiatives they have been involved in. Though, to be honest, this is not [I]soooo[/I] necessary because a lot of it will be shared on the day and you will know more about even more current deals then. However, researching to some extent helps put the things shared into perspective. [*]Prepare thoughtful questions in advance: Ideally questions that show you are interested in how the law operates in practice, not just theoretical knowledge. Ask things you wouldn’t see on Google, basically. [*]Stay updated on current news: If there is a big news event, think about how it could affect the firm's clients and ask about the practical impacts. [*]Understand the difference between theory and practice: Firms appreciate candidates who recognise that not every headline trend has a material effect on client work. [*]Plan your logistics: Arrive early, and bring a notebook and pen for proper note-taking (though they may already provide this more often times than not). [/LIST] [B]During the Open Day:[/B] [LIST] [*]Take clear, structured notes: Record key points lawyers and graduate recruitment share, including any insights about working practices and trends. [*]Be inquisitive and engaged: Remember there are no "silly" questions at this stage. This is your opportunity to learn directly from experienced professionals. [*]Ask about the practicalities of the job: For example, ask how a regulatory change or market development affects the day-to-day work lawyers do for clients. [*]Focus on practical impacts, not just surface trends: Ask whether recent developments have actually led to changes in client instructions or market dynamics. [*]Listen actively during talks and workshops: Note down examples they use to explain legal concepts or client advice, as these real-world examples are very valuable for future applications and interviews. [*]Engage respectfully with lawyers and trainees: Ask what skills they use most often, what surprised them when they started, and how their work has evolved over time. [*]Network with your fellow attendees: They are future peers and colleagues; many meaningful professional relationships start at open days. A lot of my closest friends, I met at open days - small world haha! [*]Ask about client interaction and teamwork: Understanding how trainees/ lawyers fit into wider client matters will give you a strong foundation. [*]Be open about gaps in your knowledge: Showing a willingness to learn is much more impressive than pretending to know everything. [/LIST] [B] After the Open Day:[/B] [LIST] [*]Reflect after the event: Jot down your impressions of the firm's work, culture, and any personal connections you made. [*]Follow up with individuals you met: Send a short, thoughtful message thanking them for their time and mentioning something specific you discussed. [*]Connect with your cohort: Stay in touch with fellow attendees; some of your closest professional contacts and friends might come from these early experiences. [*]Review your notes and link them to future applications: Use the insights you gained to tailor your applications and demonstrate a genuine and well-informed interest in the firm/other firms even. [*]Continue to build commercial awareness: Use the real examples and practice-area insights you gathered to deepen your understanding for future interviews. [/LIST] Hope this helps! [/QUOTE]
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