Selection criteria was based on salary and benefits, promotion capacity, education, training and development and working atmosphere and environment. We have structured our Summer Clerkship and Graduate programs so that recruits are exposed to all areas of firm life. We also provide a focused Summer Clerk and Graduate training program which covers an introduction to the firm s areas of specialisation, industry-specific legal skills as well as individual instruction and support in all areas. Training is provided by partners, lawyers, our Human Resources Manager, Julia Martin, and by specialist training firms. Our graduates and summer clerks have direct access to our managers, senior lawyers and partners and we encourage open communication.
Opportunities frequently arise for our lawyers to work directly with clients as secondees.
That s why we encourage our lawyers to enjoy a balanced working life. While the firm participates in the various team-oriented corporate sporting events around town, we also encourage all staff to participate in a wide range of firm organised events. At least once a month we have a themed Friday night drinks. We are constantly entertaining clients and we sponsor some of the more unusual programs such as Women on Women in Film . With our move to No. 2 Park Street set to take place in October 2000, our staff can expect to enjoy access to not only a brand new building with spectacular views, but also all manner of facilities in the area.