The tasks felt like real deal work. Reviewing two contracts, writing findings for a senior lawyer and then drafting the RFI showed me how a due diligence review moves from findings to follow-up questions. The clear instructions and templates helped me focus on the legal issues, especially change of control.

I enjoyed the practical nature of the simulation and the opportunity to work through tasks that reflect the type of work a trainee may encounter in an M&A transaction. In particular, reviewing commercial agreements, identifying key contractual risks and preparing targeted RFI requests helped me understand how legal due diligence feeds into the wider transaction.

I particularly enjoyed connecting contractual provisions to the buyer’s commercial objectives, including how termination rights could affect transaction volumes, valuation and the earn-out. The tasks also helped me distinguish between issues requiring internal legal analysis and information gaps requiring targeted questions to the seller.