Our jam-packed day began with an exciting train journey to Leeds station, where we met Chris (Managing Partner) & Olivia under the Blacks advertisement board. 

"This is getting me ready for when I have to get the train to college." - Coen.

"I've never been to Leeds on a train before." - Lola.

We then travelled on to Blacks HQ where we had an informative Q&A session with a group of employees. The youngsters were able to ask questions about how to choose the right career, and learn about the characteristics/ values of a good employee.

"How do you choose the GCSEs to get into your job?" - Freya.

"I learned that I don't have to rush. There's different ways to get a job in law." - Lottie.

We also had a tour around the entire office. The young people split into two groups to explore all the different departments; having the chance to try out sound-proof meeting pods, which they found very intriguing.

After a very busy morning, we were treated to lunch at Vito's- a lovely Italian restaurant. A wonderful opportunity for Chris and the young people to get to know each other more.

"I'm so excited to eat all the pizza and pasta at an Italian restaurant!" - Kai.

Once we'd finished our meal, Chris gave us a tour of the different courthouses around Leeds. We visited the Crown Court, Magistrates, and Law Court, learning about the purpose and differences between each one. 

"Are we going to a REAL court?" - Lottie.

"I liked walking to the courts- I learned new words like 'litigation'" - Lola.

To round off a busy day, we enjoyed a round of bowling. Work hard, play hard!

"I can't believe I got a strike on my first go!" - Coen.

An unexpected and delightful outcome of the day was Rebecca telling Chris & Dev about her bracelet making business. A young entrepreneur, Rebecca has been making bracelets for a while and will even be attending a craft fair in the near future. 

"Chris & Dev want to collaborate with my bracelet business, so he's given me his contact details... I'm collaborating with big businesses already, I'm doing really well!" - Rebecca.

Rebecca was so excited, that she immediately got to work on some Blacks-themed bracelets, which she sent to Chris & Dev as a 'thank you' for a wonderful day.

We'd also like to say a huge THANK YOU to Chris, Olivia, Dev and the wonderful Blacks team for your enthusiasm, hospitality, understanding & cooperation. The young people had a fantastic, informative trip into the World of Work!

"Every day is different when you work in law. When I get home I'm going to tell my friends that I've been at work!" - Lola.