I liked how practical and transaction-focused the simulation was. It gave a clear sense of how different stages of a commercial transaction fit together, from pitching for work and due diligence to drafting, execution and post-completion steps. I also found the emphasis on client objectives and multidisciplinary teamwork particularly useful.

Task 5 didn’t ask a hypothetical “discuss e-signatures” question. It gave me a voicemail from an associate, a specific SPA, and an actual Law Society note to work from. Having to apply Companies Act 2006 s.44 and case law like Golden Ocean to a client question is exactly what trainees do. It bridged the gap between textbooks and practice.

The tasks were varied and practical. They covered different aspects of working in a commercial law firm, including project management, teamwork, legal research and using AI. They were realistic and client-focused. The tasks required applying legal knowledge to real transaction scenarios and communicating information clearly and professionally.