"My Summer Clerkship experience exceeded all of my expectations. From the moment I started at Hicksons, in the General Insurance team, I was made to feel like part of the team. I got a solid insight into the workings of a law firm and worked directly with partners, contributing to the day to day running of matters. It was an incredibly hands on experience and there were more than enough people willing to answer my questions and to take the time to explain how and why a particular task was done. I also participated in the soccer and touch football teams, and enjoyed the social atmosphere of Friday night drinks. I continued as a Paralegal and now a Solicitor in the same team and enjoy strong mentoring and progressive responsibility. The environment is friendly, relaxed and collegiate - the perfect place for a career." 

Rachel Fonseca, Lawyer

"Hicksons provides a supportive and stimulating environment which fosters my professional development. I enjoy a rewarding and well-balanced professional life and particularly enjoy the inter-personal aspects of legal practice at Hicksons. A Hicksons' professional can be categorised as someone who is approachable, honest and committed to their clients' and their colleagues' best interests.

I feel valued by the firm and am constantly impressed by the firm's commitment to the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and a fundamental passion for the law. I am excited about being part of the future of Hicksons in Newcastle."

Clare Hamilton, Lawyer (Newcastle office)

"I started working for Hicksons in November 2006. From my first day I found Hicksons to be a warm friendly firm with down to earth professional and support staff. They gave me the opportunity to work in an area of law which I had no experience that allowed me to develop my secretarial knowledge and skills. I find Hicksons to have an excellent work/life balance and I enjoy working here."

Jessica Bernard, Secretary (Transport & Trade)