1οΈβ£ What is your job? Can you maybe tell what kind of things you have to do?
As an academic I used to conduct legal research in the field of commercial law. Currently, I have been working 10+ years in practice at a large law firm. Most of our work has a cross-border element. Large matters include reorganizations, finance transactions, corporate rescue and capital markets.
2οΈβ£ What do you like about your job? And are there things that you dont like?
Most matters are challenging from both a commercial and legal perspective. The dynamics of practice are sometimes difficult to reconcile with family life. Agile working possibilities (i.e. working remotely out of the office) provide some breathing space.
3οΈβ£ What kind of people do you have as colleagues and clients? Are they nice or super serious? And do you see them or are they only online and in other countries?
There is a healthy mix of senior experts and eager young talented people who are my direct colleagues. Most of our clients are situated elsewhere on this globe.
4οΈβ£ What do you have to study for your job? And what kind of tips do you have if another person wants to do the same job?
A law degree is required to work at a law firm (at least on this side of the Channel). This is different in the UK where colleagues may have a very different academic background. Training as a lawyer will to a significant extent take place upon admission at the bar or relevant local authority. Suggestions to those who aspire to become a lawyer in the field of international finance and commerce include being proficient in English, training sharp analytical skills and understanding commercial drivers in addition to technical legal wizardry.
5οΈβ£ Will you do another job in the future if you can decide that?
I aim to replace Zakk Wylde as lead guitarist of Pantera for the next European tour. An alternative job may be to become a dentist for African wildlife.
6οΈβ£ If other people have questions about your job, can they ask it below?
Fire at will.