Virtual job simulation

About our virtual job simulations

In our virtual job simulations, you'll experience what it's like to work at a global law firm. Through interactive tasks, you’ll explore how we work and the impact we make, giving you an insight into the market-leading projects you could be involved with at DLA Piper. 

Programme details

Our virtual simulations help you develop skills, unlock your potential, and understand what a career at DLA Piper can offer. Whether you want to improve your knowledge or dive deeper into the legal profession, you'll gain the confidence, tools and experiences needed to kick-start your career. 

You’ll complete tasks developed by our lawyers based on real-life scenarios, mimicking the role of a junior team member in the fast-paced, complex environment of a full-service global law firm. You’ll see how we act boldly and work collaboratively to provide legal solutions to businesses worldwide.

By completing our virtual simulations, you’ll have the freedom to discover your own path and see how we make an impact beyond the borders of traditional law. 

Come and learn how we’re a different kind of law firm, because this is a different kind of world.

Simulation 1: Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) for AIInnovation

This simulation explores high-stakes health tech acquisitions, including those involving advanced AI and machine learning. You’ll see how we protect client interests in rapidly evolving sectors. Through four tasks, you’ll gain insight into navigating complex global M&A transactions in a dynamic commercial landscape. You’ll support the client by:

  1. Drafting key terms for the Letter of Intent (LOI).
  2. Identifying potential issues in Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
  3. Performing due diligence on ownership patents and other IP rights.
  4. Reviewing disclosures to identify potential acquisition risks.

Simulation 2: Global Cyber with Data Privacy

In this simulation, you’ll gain practical experience with data breach response, EU data privacy regulations, and ransomware-related legal risks. You’ll understand the legal considerations involved in advising clients on high-risk cyber incidents. You’ll guide the client through:

  1. An initial assessment of the data breach and determining notification obligations.
  2. Advising on strategic responses and risk mitigation for the data breach.
  3. Evaluating the legal risks of making ransom payments.
  4. Reviewing and revising a media statement on the cyber incident, ensuring regulatory compliance.

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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...