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We asked our 2024 Singapore Trainees about what attracted them to a Practice Training Contract, what a typical day at Kennedys looks like, and any advice they had for potential applicants. For more information on our Singapore Practice Training Contracts, including criteria and how to apply, visit our 2027 PTC vacancy page.
Chemaine Han
What attracted you to the Practice Training Contract at Kennedys in Singapore?
Kennedys is a JLV, enabling it to leverage local and international legal platforms to handle complex cross-border transactions and disputes. The opportunity to be exposed to cross-border matters from various jurisdictions attracted me to do my PTC here. The firm is also coupled with lawyers who are leaders in their respective areas, with a wealth of knowledge and experience to share, which made the training experience more enriching.
What does a typical day look like as a Trainee at Kennedys?
Official working hours start at 9.30am, which is great! A typical day usually involves researching, drafting and having internal team discussions on file matters. There are also opportunities to engage with clients through client meetings
What advice would you give to someone who wants to apply for the Practice Training Contract in the future?
Don’t be afraid to apply! Have a good sense of the areas of law you would like to practice in but remain open to exploring other practice areas - you might end up enjoying them even more. You may also consider doing an internship here before applying for the PTC to see if the firm is a good fit for you!
The opportunity to be exposed to cross-border matters from various jurisdictions attracted me to do my PTC here.
Glenn Ho
What attracted you to the Practice Training Contract at Kennedys in Singapore?
The opportunity to have an international training experience. The JLV structure we have here at Kennedys appealed to me. I felt like I wouldn’t be confined to local Singapore matters and would gain exposure to cross-border work. The opportunity to learn from people and lawyers from different jurisdictions excited me as well!
What does a typical day look like as a Trainee at Kennedys?
A typical day would involve a variety of tasks: research, drafting, administrative matters; basically anything that would build your foundation and help your team. Also, do expect to be invited for lunches as we have a very welcoming group here!
What advice would you give to someone who wants to apply for the Practice Training Contract in the future?
I would say look up Kennedys’ values. Kennedys takes great pride in these values and places a strong emphasis on recruiting people who embody these values.
I felt like I wouldn’t be confined to local Singapore matters and would gain exposure to cross-border work.
Harish Rai
What attracted you to the Practice Training Contract at Kennedys in Singapore?
The rotation of practice seats with the different practice groups at Kennedys was quite attractive to me. I also found the broad and diverse local and international work that Kennedys handles quite exciting.
What does a typical day look like as a Trainee at Kennedys?
A typical day as a Trainee at Kennedys is a good mix of work, learning and enrichment, and chats with colleagues. I personally benefitted from the PTC at Kennedys as sufficient time and effort was allocated to our learning and development. We were also given ample opportunities to take part in firm and business development events.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to apply for the Practice Training Contract in the future?
Always be hungry to learn and have a positive and open mind to anything that comes your way during your training. Whether it is a small or big task (legal or administrative), there is always something to learn. Look for a firm that supports your growth and learning, and that has a culture that you can thrive in.
A typical day as a Trainee at Kennedys is a good mix of work, learning and enrichment, and chats with colleagues.
Shi Hui Tan
What attracted you to the Practice Training Contract at Kennedys in Singapore?
I would say Kennedys' strong firm culture and differentiated offerings.
What does a typical day look like as a Trainee at Kennedys?
Legal research and drafting, in between catch ups over coffee or kombucha. Do also come prepared to chat about what you did over the weekend!
What advice would you give to someone who wants to apply for the Practice Training Contract in the future?
Kennedys has an excellent culture - but don't just take my word for it, come and see for yourself! Meet us at the variety of programmes (internships, talks at law schools etc) we offer.
Kennedys has an excellent culture - but don't just take my word for it, come and see for yourself!
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