I enjoyed the opportunity to work on a realistic legal case and apply my legal knowledge to a practical situation. I particularly liked analysing the patent claims, identifying potential infringement issues, and considering different legal strategies to protect the client’s interests. The simulation helped me develop my legal research, analytical and problem-solving skills.

I enjoyed the program's progressive and structured approach to e-learning, showcasing a genuine will to encourage prospective trainees. Following one client's issues in this simulation permitted me to understand how Bird & Bird can operate as a one-stop shop for a wide range of intellectual property issues, including contractual drafting and pre-litigation case management.

I enjoyed that the simulation felt practical and reflected the type of work a trainee solicitor might carry out. The tasks challenged me to apply legal principles to real-world scenarios, think critically about the facts and consider the commercial implications of my advice, rather than simply recalling the law.