Step into the role of a trainee at A&O Shearman and help deliver solutions on complex financing transactions.
A&O Shearman is one of the world’s leading international law firms, advising clients on complex and high-value transactions across global markets. Our lawyers work at the intersection of law, finance, and business, helping clients navigate legal frameworks and achieve their commercial objectives with precision and innovation.
During this programme, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a trainee and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Derivatives & Structured Finance team does every day. You’ll learn key skills in legal drafting, regulatory analysis, client communication, and transactional problem-solving.
We hope this programme provides a great resource for you to upskill and strengthen your CV as you explore career options and a potential career at A&O Shearman.
Disclaimer: This programme is an educational simulation created for training purposes only. All content has been simplified to support learning and does not constitute legal advice. Participants engage in a fictional scenario and neither provide nor receive real client guidance.
This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 3-4 hours to complete.
Skills Learned:
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Intro & Scenario
Background context and your project team -
Reviewing transaction documents
Review and analyse key provisions in a GMRA to protect A&O Shearman’s client from counterparty risks- Documentation
- Issue Identification
- Attention to Detail
- Commercial Awareness
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Drafting a clause for an interest rate swap agreement
Adapt a precedent ISDA Confirmation to reflect Virji Capital’s interest rate swap with NorthBank, ensuring the legal drafting aligns with the commercial term sheet- Legal Drafting
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Emailing the client and team
Craft clear, professional emails that translate complex legal details into tailored updates for both your senior team and the client- Professional Email
- Email Communication
- Client Email Communication
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Tailoring a legal opinion and identifying regulatory considerations
Adapt a legal opinion and spot key regulatory issues to keep a deal on track- Communication
- Legal Research
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Finish Line
