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    Introduction to Shipping Finance Law
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    Introduction from Watson Farley & Williams LLP

    Tasks in this program

    Intro & Scenario
    Meet your team members and learn about your project goals.
    Your role
    • You are a trainee in the Shipping Finance team at Watson Farley & Williams (WFW), a leading international law firm specialising in maritime law.
    • Your team will be responsible for helping facilitate a multi-jurisdictional shipping finance transaction for WFW's client, Mariner Pathways Group Bank PLC ("MPG Bank").
    • WFW will advise MPG Bank on financing the purchase of a newly constructed container ship, Nautilus Star (the “Vessel”), by Oceanic Trade Lines Shipping Limited ("OTL Shipping "), a subsidiary of OTL Group, a major conglomerate with diverse global operations in shipping, logistics and warehousing.
    Your goal
    • Conduct due diligence on OTL Group and OTL Shipping, specifically focusing on OTL Shipping's legal and financial standing by performing a company search to create a detailed company summary report.
    • Draft a manager's undertaking document to aid in securing the lender's rights, particularly in relation to the management of the ship and the obligations of OTL Shipping.
    Introduction to Shipping Finance Law

    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Watson Farley & Williams LLP. Practise your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced2-3 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsIntermediate

    Welcome to the Watson Farley & Williams Shipping Finance Simulation! We are thrilled to have you here.

    Watson Farley & Williams is a leading law firm with a strong focus on sectors that drive the global economy, including maritime and energy. With a reputation for excellence in shipping finance, we provide expert legal services to clients around the world, helping them navigate complex transactions and regulatory landscapes.

    During this programme, you will get the opportunity to explore work undertaken by our trainees and apprentice solicitors, and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Shipping Finance team does every day. You’ll learn key skills used in transactions in the shipping finance industry, such as legal document drafting and due diligence.

    We hope this programme provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your CV as you explore career options and a potential career at Watson Farley & Williams.

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Legal Research
    Attention to Detail
    Due Diligence
    Data Analysis
    Critical Thinking
    Legal Drafting
    Contract Analysis

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Watson Farley & Williams LLP. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your CV and LinkedIn as an extracurricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.

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    Reviews

    Over 650
    5 Star Reviews
    "I liked that it wasn't just writing out paragraphs or something that AI could do now but that it required me to sift through the documents provided and really pay attention to detail to extract the relevant answers."-- Student from University of Warwick
    "I liked the practical nature of the simulation, even though it was conducted entirely online. It provided a realistic introduction to shipping finance law and legal drafting. I also enjoyed learning the fundamentals of shipping law, as it is one of the areas of law that interests me the most."-- Student from University of Fribourg
    "I really appreciated how the simulation mirrored the complexity of real-world decision-making. Specifically, I liked having to balance competing priorities under a deadline. It forced me to lean into data-driven logic rather than just guessing, which gave me a great sense of what the day-to-day rhythm of this role actually feels likeI really apprec..."-- Student from Savitribai Phule Pune University
    "I do like how the program was very informative, encouraging, and interactive. I also like how it was reassuring and friendly after submitting your work."-- Student from The University of Law
    "Instructions were straightforward. I particularly like the first task because it used a real company and I had to reference different sources to confirm what the Companies House stated."-- Student from Sciences Po
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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 2-3 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Watson Farley & Williams LLP. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 2-3 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Watson Farley & Williams LLP. Show us you're a motivated candidate.
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    Introduction to Shipping Finance Law

    Navigate complex shipping finance transactions and protect client interests at Watson Farley & Williams

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