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    Introduction from Weil

    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Weil. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced4-5 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsIntermediate

    Weil, Gotshal & Manges is an international law firm specialising in Corporate, Restructuring, and Finance law, and our London office is a leading player in the UK legal market. The Firm supports a varied client base of European, US and global private equity houses, corporates, and financial institutions on domestic and cross-border matters.

    As a Trainee Associate at Weil, you will work on some of the most complex and sophisticated matters. The work will be varied, exciting and from the very start, you will be in the spotlight – helping to tackle the problems our clients face.

    Our Virtual Experience Programme will allow you to gain hands-on experience of the type of tasks a Trainee Associate would get involved in while working in our Private Equity, Banking & Finance and Restructuring teams. 

    This Virtual Experience Programme is:
    • Open to school students, undergraduates/graduates from any degree discipline and career changers
    • There are no deadlines as the programme is self-paced. It takes 5-6 hours to complete
    • No prior legal knowledge or work experience is required to participate in this programme, and your work will not be assessed

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Critical Thinking
    Legal Writing
    Transaction Analysis
    Legal Research
    Verbal Communication
    Presentation Skills
    Legal Application

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Weil. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
    Private Equity and Finance

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    Over 1550
    5 Star Reviews
    "I think the feedback at the end of each section was very helpful, in that it gave detailed examples of how the task could have been done. I also liked that throughout the process, key terms were defined to make it accessible to all."-- Student from University of Manchester
    "Accessible but challenging examples of practical work. Perfect for busy individuals, as I was able to fit it around my other commitments. Provided a great insight into life at Weil."-- Student from The Queen's University Belfast
    "The model answers at the end are really useful in assessing your own work and developing your answers."-- Student from University of Wolverhampton
    "I very much enjoyed taking part in the Weil Private Equity and Finance program. It gave me a brilliant insight into the sort of work I would be doing at a firm like Weil and enhanced valuable skills which are vital in a career as a solicitor. I liked how the three parts of the question were all linked and followed on from one another. I would recom..."-- Student from University of Birmingham
    "That I was given tasks that allowed me to gain new skills as well as the fact that there were model answers that allowed me to learn from my mistakes and get a better understanding."-- Student from University of Birmingham
    Private Equity and Finance

    Tasks in this program

    Task One: Drafting an NDA
    1-2 hours
    Intermediate
    Assisting our Private Equity team with drafting an NDA for a potential acquisition
    What you'll learn
    • How law firms assist clients in evaluating potential acquisitions, including the review of legal documents like NDAs
    • How NDAs serve as contracts outlining the rights and obligations of parties involved during transaction evaluations.
    • The legal and ethical obligations of handling confidential information
    What you'll do
    • Review of an NDA with regards to the potential acquisition of Harland & Co, a major international retailer with headquarters in London specializing in clothing and home products
    • Provide a mark-up of certain key provisions of the NDA (in line with the client’s guidelines) and upload it
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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 4-5 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Weil. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 4-5 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Weil. Show us you're a motivated candidate.
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    Weil, Gotshal & Manges Virtual Experience Programme

    Be in the spotlight!

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