I liked that the simulation gave me practical experience in employment law and helped me understand how lawyers handle real workplace issues. Reviewing the employment policy, identifying legal issues and drafting an email with legal advice helped me improve my research, analytical and drafting skills. It also gave me a better understanding of the work carried out by lawyers at A&O Shearman.

What I enjoyed most about this simulation was its direct mirror of real-world legal practice in employment law. Rather than focusing purely on abstract theory, the tasks required applying statutory provisions—such as the Employment Rights Act 1996 and the Working Time Regulations 1998—to practical, everyday business scenarios

I really liked how practical and realistic the scenarios were. The tasks on interviews, employment contracts, termination and annual leave made the legal concepts feel concrete rather than abstract. The resources were clear, especially the guides and model answers, and it was helpful to see how advice would be drafted for real clients.