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Learn how a law firm in Argentina works. Be part of a friendly qualified team but also do some independent work. A great opportunity to get involved in specific local cases.

Located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains, Mendoza and its surrounding countryside is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. This beautiful town is next to some of the world's best skiing and in the summer months visitors enjoy mountain biking, rafting and hiking.

PROJECT OVERVIEW

THE LAW PRACTICE:
You'll work in a local law firm in Mendoza City. With 18 staff currently, this firm concentrates particularly on the following areas of law:

*Labour law counselling for corporations
*Financial activities
*Corporations and Joint Ventures
*General counselling for corporations
*Insurance and National and international transport
*Economic criminal law
*Customs criminal law
*Mining law
*Constitutional law
*International human rights law

There is plenty of work to be done here and it will be challenging. You will be guided at the beginning and then given research to do before presenting your own opinions or point of view. It will include paper and administrative work as well.

This law firm is looking for "kind and patient people who have some previous knowledge of law". You'll work as part of a team but you'll also do some independent work on research. Your supervisor has excellent English and everyone in the firm speaks English to intermediate level.

You’ll work 4 hours a day from 9am - 1pm, Monday to Friday and you'll have your weekends free for sightseeing, playing and relaxing.

You will be expected to dress smartly (suits and ties for the men).

You should have a intermediate level of Spanish to do this placement. If you'd like to learn Spanish or improve your existing language level, Travellers also runs Spanish courses in Mendoza and highly recommends combining a language project into your placement for a more integrated experience in Argentina. Speak to us for details!

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:

An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into Latin America.

Inside professional work experience

A chance to understand how law and business work in Argentina

New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.

An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market

And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO WHILE ON THIS PROJECT:

Add to your travel experience in Argentina by doing some additional exciting activities - you never know, you could develop a passion for Latin American dance, or learn a new skill!

Spanish Language Courses:
You can take a few hours of private lessons a week at the same time as doing your project. You'll be amazed at how much it will add to your enjoyment during your stay.

There are also lots of outdoor activities you can do in your free time. Mendoza is renowned for activities like skiing, mountaineering, rafting, etc.

This project can also be combined with any of our other projects in Argentina, or you could even do a second project in a different region of the country, thus doubling your adventure and enjoyment!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation will be arranged for you with a local host family, allowing you to have a better insight into Argentina and become integrated into life in the region of Mendoza. You will be provided breakfast and for dinner you will usually share a typical Argentinean meal with your family. Facilities in host families do vary but you will have the opportunity to express your preferences regarding the type of family that you stay with (for example, a family with/without children, pets etc.).

These families have been visited and vetted by Travellers and are with friendly and caring families who provide comfortable, warm and safe living surroundings. You’ll most likely have access to TV/DVD and communal dining room and you will have your own key. This is an excellent way to improve your Spanish too! You will be met at the airport on your arrival by your family.

TRAVEL:
You have the option to arrange your own flights or we can assist you with your flight arrangements. If you would like us to do this for you, we will liaise with you regarding available flights and dates to suit you. All arrangements for your flight bookings/payments will be fulfilled by Murray Rogers Travel Limited, ATOL No. 6856. Where possible, we arrange for two or more people to travel on the same flight and we will let you have the names and telephone numbers of other volunteers on your flight, so that you can chat to each other or even meet up before leaving for your placement.

You'll fly into Buenos Aires where you'll be met by either Melina or Adriana Saccal, our local organisers. From the airport you'll be taken to your accommodation. Several days later, once you have settled in and recovered from the flight, you will be introduced to your host teaching institutions.

VISAS: Visa’s are not required for a stay of 90 days if you are a British Passport holder. If you're from another country, we'll liase with you about your visa requirements, if any, and make the Visa process very easy.

Where possible, all flights we arrange for you have changeable return tickets because many of our volunteers choose to extend their stay once they are in their destination country. Changeable return tickets enable you to do so, within the limits of your visa and the level of your air ticket, of course. If you choose to book your own flights, you should endeavour to get a changeable ticket.

To read about the excellent Support & Backup we provide before you leave and during your programme, please click here.

We can also arrange your flight dates to give you additional time at the end of your project for travelling around and sightseeing - this is a fascinating and wondrous country!

Duration

From 4 weeks to 12 weeks. Our placements are flexible and can be tailored to match your preferences. For availability please contact the office.

Start Dates

This placement is available all year round, except for the months of December, January and July. All other months available - you choose your start and finish dates.

Costs / Benefits

Costs vary depending on length of placement, but starts at £1,545 for four weeks. You can participate for up to one year, subject to visa requirements.

Included is full support from the moment of booking and throughout your placement to your return home. There are support staff 24/7 in all our destinations worldwide and a 24 hour emergency international telephone line direct to the Head Office. All meals are provided, unless otherwise stated. Accommodation is provided (whether a rented house, a hotel/hostel, homestay, apartment or flat).

You’ll be met at the nearest airport on your arrival by our in-country manager who will take you to your accommodation and give you a full induction into the area. He/she will also be on call 24/7 and you’ll see them frequently.

Pre-departure you’ll receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations, ranging from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flights not included.

Requirements

Minimum age 21, you must have some previous knowledge of law and you need intermediate level of Spanish. All projects are open to all nationalities.