Candidate Attorney 2011

My experience at Webber Wentzel as a candidate attorney has been a multi-faceted and colourful experience. As a young person who is coming into my own, I have found it a pleasure and a challenge to work in an environment that is so exciting and filled with so many immensely hardworking, knowledgeable and focussed achievers, and although Webber Wentzel has no shortage of success stories, it is still a place that allows you to contribute uniquely to its fabric. It has been harrowing at times, but it has been an entirely enriching experience that has contributed invaluably to who I am and to what I will achieve.

Candidate Attorney 2011

Being a Candidate Attorney at Webber Wentzel promises to be a mentally stimulating, exciting and often challenging experience. The landing is softened by the world-class training, support, guidance, mentorship, flexibility and resources at our disposal, with a view that we become the best lawyers that we can be. That which sets us apart, is a culture of excellence, dedication, hardwork and a passion for what we do.

Over the years, Webber Wentzel has been voted the leading South African Law Firm. Collective hardwork and commitment, are the not-so-secret ingredients which aide in making Webber Wentzel. "Eighty percent of success is showing up" - Woody Allen. We look forward to welcoming you, to be part of our winning team."

Candidate Attorney 2011

My articles have been diverse in that I have been exposed to three completely different areas of practice. My first rotation gave me a good understanding of the court procedures, taught me how to approach and deal with a number of diverse issues and work efficiently. In debating matters with my team members (sometimes into the early hours of the morning) I learnt to consider issues from different angles. This team dynamic ensured that I was able forge strong friendships within my working environment.

In my second rotation I was privileged to work with some of the best corporate attorneys in the country, who guided me in improving my drafting skills and my understanding of commercial structures and deals. I feel that my exposure to corporate practice will serve me well regardless of where I end up practising.

Webber Wentzel's open door policy means that there is always someone willing to explain a concept, or work through a problem, with you, regardless of your position. The level of training I have received is a genuine investment that the firm has made to my legal career, and while articles may at times be challenging, Webber Wentzel has provided with every opportunity to search for my niche.

Associate

It was a privilege completing my articles at Webber Wentzel. Although it was challenging at times and took some time to adjust to the working environment after varsity, I soon realised that the key to success as a candidate attorney is hard work, perseverance and the ability to take ownership of even the smallest task you given. The people whom I worked with during my articles were so supportive of my learning process and so willing to provide the knowledge and resources to help me succeed, which really made all the difference for me. Being a candidate attorney at Webber Wentzel helped me not only to develop professionally but also to grow as an individual and to learn more about my own strengths and capabilities. Overall, I found it to be a great learning experience.