WORK EXPERIENCE. Pendennis Court Falmouth Business Park Bickland Water Road FALMOUTH Cornwall TR11 4SZ Tel:

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1 WORK EXPERIENCE Pendennis Court Falmouth Business Park Bickland Water Road FALMOUTH Cornwall TR11 4SZ Tel:

2 Background of the firm Preston Goldburn was formed in 1981 when solicitors Henry Preston and Tim Goldburn, who had both trained in London, joined forces. Today, we handle a wide variety of work, much of which involves complex and difficult cases. Our specialist teams are rated amongst the best in the region and provide legal services in the following areas: Divorce, family and children s rights Residential conveyancing Wills & probate Commercial and commercial property Clinical negligence Personal injury The firm is committed to the concept that all aspects of its operations should be of the highest quality. As part of this commitment, it has achieved and is determined to retain externally certified quality marks in its field. We have a workforce of 17 who work together in a hard working, but friendly environment to provide a first class service to our clients. What we can provide for students We provide an informative and stimulating week of activities for young students wanting to gain an insight into the legal services environment. We offer work experience placements for those students interested in legal secretary/administration or with the idea of becoming a lawyer. Every effort is made to ensure that you gain some experience in all areas of law in which we practice The tasks involved are set out on the attached job descriptions. Working hours The office hours of opening are 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday. You would be expected to work until 5.00pm each day. Personal specification As you will be working alongside our staff during each day we would ask most importantly that you are enthusiastic and willing to learn. Smart appearance, good time keeping, politeness and the ability to communicate are vital. Confidentiality You need to be aware that all information you see or hear during your placement is highly private and confidential and is not to be discussed with anyone outside the office premises. Induction, safety and welcome Please ask for Sally-Ann Davies when you arrive. You will be given a tour of the offices. At this time we will run through the firm s health & safety and fire safety precaution with you and make sure that these are thoroughly understood by you

3 before the placement commences. The firm s risk assessment for your placement will also be explained at this time. Please note that it is illegal to smoke on these premises. Lunch Lunch is for one hour between 12pm and 1pm. We have a staff kitchen with microwave facilities, fridge and television. Please note that our offices are not easily located near to shops so a packed lunch would be advisable. What to wear We ask that you look smart and do not wear trainers, jeans or any facial piercings during you time with us. Your progess You will be given a timetable for your week with us but this might be subject to change depending on lawyer availability. The possibility of attending court with one of our lawyers during the week may arise but we will not be in a position to confirm this until the actual week of the placement. At the end of each day the member of staff with whom you have been working will discuss your progress and what you have achieved. You will also be given time to update your logbook. We will complete the Employers Report on Student with you at the end of your placement. Job descriptions/application form We very much enjoy students spending time with us and having the opportunity to give worthwhile experience in the workplace. Below are separate job descriptions for secretarial/administration and lawyer. If you are interested in either please complete the attached application form. You will be expected to attend an interview before we can confirm a placement with you. Please note that we can only offer one week s work experience to students.

4 PRESTON GOLDBURN SOLICITORS Work Experience Placement Job Description and Person Specification Job Title: Secretary/Administrator Date: February 2008 Description: You will be working as part of a busy team supporting lawyers in carrying out tasks such as: Answering the telephone Photocopying of documents, plans etc Meeting clients in reception Use of and fax Typing of letters and statements Audio typing Use of Word 2007 and Outlook Restocking and placing orders for stationery Dealing with outgoing post Personal specification ATTRIBUTES Personal attitudes Special knowledge & skills Wider key skills ESSENTIAL Enthusiastic Willing to learn Smart appearance Punctual and reliable Polite A good grasp of IT Not afraid of problem solving Ability to communicate Accuracy has good attention to detail

5 PRESTON GOLDBURN SOLICITORS Work Experience Placement Job Description and Person Specification Job Title: Lawyer Date: February 2008 Description: You will be working as part of a busy team and gaining experience by: Attending meetings with clients (with client consent) Attending Court hearings (if possible at the time) Researching law using manual and on-line reference facilities Writing letters and statements Reading case files to identify the issues and with guidance, working out solutions to resolve issues Preparing a report of a meeting Personal specification ATTRIBUTES Personal attitudes Special knowledge & skills Wider key skills ESSENTIAL Enthusiastic Willing to learn Smart appearance Punctual and reliable Polite A good grasp of IT Not afraid of problem solving Ability to communicate Accuracy has good attention to detail

6 WORK EXPERIENCE APPLICATION FORM SURNAME: DATE OF BIRTH: PERMANENT ADDRESS: FORENAME(S): PARENT OR CARER S CONTACT NUMBERS: Name: Parent/Carer s Home Phone no: Parent/Carer s Mobile no Parent/Carer s .. Parent/Carer s Emergency no: POST CODE: PLEASE INDICATE WHICH PLACEMENT IS OF INTEREST TO YOU (SECRETARIAL/ ADMIN or LAWYER):.. SCHOOL: What educational qualifications are you working towards: YEAR: Please insert a passport size photo of yourself here: Set out briefly why you would like a placement with our company and why you consider yourself suitable: Please state any hobbies or interests that you have: Please return this completed form to us. Please note that we will ask you to come along to our offices for an interview. The information provided on this form shall be processed by the placement provider in accordance with the Data Protection Act The information is collected for the purposes of administering the work experience scheme only and will be used by your school, the Cornwall Education Business Partnership and the placement provider.