Annalisa Gardner

Annalisa is an Associate in our family team. She started her training contract in 2021 and qualified in 2023.

What made you want to train at Forsters over other firms and has reality lived up to your expectations?

I wanted to train at a firm that had a good culture and variety of and responsibility in work. I have found both to be true at Forsters. The people are incredibly welcoming, approachable and helpful. If you don’t know or understand something there is no judgement, just a real willingness to help you understand.

What are the benefits of a career with Forsters both in and outside the office?

The people, the attitude of looking forward to see how we can change and adapt as a firm, the respect for people’s lives outside of work and the trust put in colleagues (even trainees) that gives your work purpose and gives your work a collegiate feel.

What’s the best piece of advice you have been given so far?

Don’t be afraid to ask questions.

What is your no. 1 tip for someone who wants to be a trainee at Forsters?

Be yourself throughout the process and if you are a good match for the firm, people will see that and appreciate that.

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