In 2022, I completed the Bachelor of Civil Law at the University of Galway. During my third year of university, I applied for the William Fry Summer Internship Programme. I was delighted to accept a place as a summer intern on William Fry’s Banking and Finance team.
From the moment I joined William Fry, I was struck by the welcoming, collaborative environment, and the emphasis on professional development. Over the course of the month- long summer internship programme, I learned key trainee tasks, as well as working as part of a team in my assigned department. As an intern, I was entrusted with responsibilities which helped me apply my academic knowledge from university to real life corporate law scenarios. As summer interns, we were given the opportunity to attend trainee solicitor learning and development sessions, which I found to be incredibly beneficial and gave me a great insight into life as a trainee.
The William Fry Summer Internship Programme not only deepened my understanding of corporate law, but also solidified my interest in pursuing a career in it. I was delighted to accept the offer of a training contract with William Fry after successfully completing my summer internship.
Now, as a trainee solicitor at William Fry, I can confidently say that my summer internship laid a strong foundation for my current role. The legal skills and commercial acumen that I developed that summer are crucial to my day-to-day responsibilities as a trainee solicitor
One of the standout aspects of William Fry is the approachable workplace culture. The open-door policy and buddy system have fostered a supportive and collaborative environment. There are also regular trainee events, such as the Trainee Weekend, the Summer Barbeque, or the Richmond Rugby 7’s. Through these initiatives and various social events, I have made great friends with my colleagues.
I am thoroughly enjoying my traineeship at William Fry. One of the highlights has been the opportunity to rotate through four different departments of the firm. This rotation system has allowed me to develop a broad range of skills and gain exposure to different areas of corporate law. The firm’s expert legal seminars have also been particularly helpful in providing in depth knowledge on various legal topics. I am excited to continue working in a firm that has played such a significant and positive role in my professional development.