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Summer clerks
Jane Gallagher
Why you chose Sparkes?
I chose Sparkes because it is an appealing, friendly and exciting firm with lots of personality. Sparke Helmore also has a good reputation which I was well aware of being from Newcastle.
What was your clerkship high-point?
The high-points of my clerkship were; developing my skills, meeting fantastic people and being sent to attend the execution of a Writ of Possession independently. It was a real hands-on experience and a great opportunity to represent the firm!
What was your clerkship low point?
The only low-point of the clerkship was becoming accustomed to the Sydney lifestyle. Being from Newcastle, living and working in Sydney has been a challenging but also exhausting experience!
How would you describe the culture of Sparkes?
The culture of Sparkes is inviting, young and hardworking. I have found the firm to be a great environment in which to learn. Hopefully Sparkes' reputable culture will facilitate my growth into being a successful lawyer in the future.
How would you describe the people at Sparkes?
The people at Sparke Helmore are highly professional, caring and approachable across the firm. I have enjoyed meeting many employees and I hope the relationships that I have developed continue.
Chiara Arena
Why you chose Sparkes?
Because Sparke Helmore appeared to be a firm that respects and values its employees, wants them to be happy in their careers and fosters an environment of learning and development.
What was your clerkship high-point?
The high-points of my clerkship were; the interaction I had with clients and exposure to court work - I wasn't expecting that level of involvement!
What was your clerkship low point?
Having to walk up to court (sometimes a few times per day) in heels! The breaks in the pavement up Martin Place are not forgiving!!
How would you describe the culture of Sparkes?
The culture of Sparke Helmore is one that's focussed on employees and wants them to achieve their career goals.
How would you describe the people at Sparkes?
The people at Sparke Helmore are friendly, encouraging, motivating and down to earth.
Jessica Nesbit
Why you chose Sparkes?
What made me enthusiastic about applying to Sparkes was its combination of industry reputation, successful client base and respect mentoring scheme. It is a firm that knows how to balance hard work with the interpersonal aspects of legal practice.
What was your clerkship high-point?
The high-point of my clerkship was attending court with my "buddy" for over a week. I had the opportunity to see a case unfold and see the amount of work that goes into preparing for a hearing. It was great to get that sort of exposure! Feeling like part of the Sparke Helmore team and the experience I have gained during the clerkship has cemented my decision to go into private practice.
What was your clerkship low point?
Overcoming the legal jargon and the day to day technology challenges!
How would you describe the culture of Sparkes?
The firm seems to foster an environment where all staff can listen and be heard. The culture is client focused, friendly, progressive and inclusive.
How would you describe the people at Sparkes?
People at Sparke Helmore are more about the team then the politics. Everyone is enthusiastic about their work and is keen to share their knowledge and skills with junior staff. It is clear that Sparkes believes that its people are its most valuable asset.
Preet Singh-Bains
Why you chose Sparkes?
The culture values friendly communication and an open door policy. I also liked the focus on learning and skills development
What was your clerkship high-point?
The highpoint of my clerkship was making my first appearance in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. It exceeded my expectations as I did not think that "hands on exposure" would extend to me standing before a registrar in the AAT!
What was your clerkship low point?
Leaving the practice group was challenging! Also the clerkship coming to an end was a low point.
How would you describe the culture of Sparkes?
The culture at Sparkes is team focused and values individual contribution while believing in progressing as a whole. Definitely a culture of open communication - there is no such thing as a silly question.
How would you describe the people at Sparkes?
People are friendly, interested in your development and learning, committed, well-balanced individuals interested in working as a unit.
