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Introduction to Commercial Law

Location: United States
Experience Type: Projects (Unpaid), Shadowing
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Work on our commercial law team to provide Allens expertise to a hypothetical client

In this Allens Introduction to Commercial Law job simulation, you’ll learn a wide variety of new skills important to any lawyer.

From identifying client issues with the M&A team to assisting in pro-bono work with a not-for-profit organisation, this program aims to give you insight into the day-to-day of a commercial lawyer. 

Work through the four tasks at your own pace and compare your submissions to the model work provided by the Allens team.

If you’re curious about what a career with Allens could look like, then this program is for you. Kickstart your learning today! 

This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 3-4 hours to complete.

Skills Learned:

  • Assist our M&A Team with Identifying Client Issues
    Assist our Mergers & Acquisition team in the due diligence process for the purchase of a leading tech app in the food delivery sector.

    • Issue Identification
    • Active Listening
  • Draft a Transaction Chart
    Understand the major players involved in Project Fire by compiling a transaction chart.

    • Problem Solving
    • Analytical Skills
  • Compile Evidence for a Dispute
    Help the Dispute & Investigations team advise MangerEase with a controversial court proceeding.

    • Analytical Skills
    • Problem Solving
    • Problem Identification
  • Provide Pro-Bono Community Assistance
    Help the Allens team assist a not-for-profit organisation with an urgent review of their documents.

    • Attention to Detail
    • Writing and Drafting
  • Finish Line

Experience Information

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Contact & Location

Phone
(610) 328–8352
Email
career@swarthmore.edu
Address

500 College Ave.
Parrish Hall 135
Swarthmore, PA 19081

Career Service Hours

M Monday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
T Tuesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
W Wednesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
TH Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
F Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Office closed daily from 12–1pm for lunch.

Meet the Team

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Erin Massey Meet Erin Massey
Kristie Beucler Meet Kristie Beucler
Jennifer Barrington Meet Jennifer Barrington
Pattie Kim-Keefer Meet Pattie Kim-Keefer
Kelly Dougherty Meet Kelly Dougherty
Lisa Maginnis Meet Lisa Maginnis
Talia Barnes Meet Talia Barnes
Phone
(610) 328–8352
Email
career@swarthmore.edu
Address

500 College Ave.
Parrish Hall 135
Swarthmore, PA 19081

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