Testimonials
“I attended a New Heights Training workshop on ‘Client Interviewing Skills & Advocacy/ Oral Presentation Skills’ in November 2019 while I was preparing for the QLTS OSCE. Neeta is a highly knowledgeable and professional coach and her training greatly assisted me with applying my existing knowledge to the practical OSCE assessments. The workshop was kept to a small number of people so we were all able to participate in practice interviews and advocacy while pinpointing areas of improvement. If you are preparing for the OSCE (or incoming SQE) I highly recommend coaching from Neeta.”
Emma Kemp, in-house lawyer, Allen & Overy (Qualified in New Zealand)
“My 1:1 coaching session with Neeta in preparation for the OSCE 1 was invaluable. Neeta gave me the confidence I needed before the exams. She provided excellent resources and advice on how to better engage and communicate with clients and prepare for advocacy. The coaching she provided has helped me with my exams, but beyond that it will, without a doubt, help me in my career.”
Gabriela Roque, Senior Associate, Watson, Farley & Williams (Qualified in Brazil)
“I attended a group class taught by Neeta… I had only studied the law being tested on the exam, and was extremely nervous and unsure as to how to approach the skills based areas being tested. Neeta’s group class was extremely helpful – she has a no nonsense, marking rubric-based approach to ensure that you tick all the right boxes… Most importantly, it gave me the peace of mind as well as the confidence boost I needed to walk into the exam room and know what exactly to expect.”
Amanda Yim, Associate, Linklaters (Qualified in Singapore)
“Neeta is a very experienced and professional coach. I highly recommend using Neeta’s services. I had an individual coaching session with Neeta… I found her coaching extremely helpful. My day-to-day work does not require advocacy, and presentations are rare. It was easy for me to underestimate the challenges of those assessments, especially in a constrained setting of the actual exams. This is where the session with Neeta proved to be extremely valuable. She provided tailored advice, pointing out my flaws and areas for my improvement. She also gave me handy tips and hacks that helped to feel in control and confident at the exam.”
Taras Stadniichuk, Lawyer, Clifford Chance (Qualified in Ukraine)
“Neeta was completely invested in my training which was fantastic. I could see that she really cares and wanted to ensure that I was thoroughly prepared and comfortable with the assessment. I would highly recommend Neeta to anyone who wants to get a clear understanding of what to expect and how to prepare for the OSCE assessments.”
Reghard Smith, Associate, Walkers (Qualified in South Africa)
“I cannot recommend Neeta highly enough! I have never met a coach so committed to getting the right results … and being there as a sounding board for a very isolated (and often underestimated) process. Neeta provided me with the right tools to pass the OSCE the first time and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone taking on this challenge! Thank you doesn’t truly convey how grateful I am for Neeta’s coaching.”
Sarah Melaney, Partner, Brown Rudnick (Qualified in Scotland)
“I would highly and warmly recommend Neeta as a QLTS coach and trainer in general. She is very professional, available and adaptive to your personality and needs. She combines excellent legal and interpersonal skills. The day we spent prepping together at my workplace was key to my success in the OSCE part of the QLTS. Thanks, Neeta!”
Elena Faloutsou, Associate, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom (Qualified in Greece)
“I took OSCE for the first time in May 2019 and passed it. I made the wise decision and had the pleasure to work with Neeta in a few individual interview and advocacy sessions. Neeta is very patient, encouraging and positive and at the same time very efficient in pointing out areas where I could make improvements. I felt that after each session I grasped new ways in which I could gain additional points. Studying for the exam was a stressful process and I really appreciate the help and support Neeta gave me. I would highly recommend her to anyone who plans to take the exam.”
Lin Jacobsen, Lawyer, Ogier (Qualified in New York, US)
“OSCE 1 went particularly well for me and I think I owe a great deal to our coaching: It helped me put the right focus on skills (presentation/interviewing). To be very honest, even though I had done a number of mock exams before our coaching session, I didn’t really know much about what to expect at the OSCE 1 and didn’t realize how important demonstrating lawyers’ skills would be. I also very much liked your positive and comforting approach, it helped me go into the exam much more confidently and confidence was what I needed most!”
Anonymous, Partner, Freshfields (Qualified in Germany)
“Neeta’s approach was very practical and helped me to establish a structure for each of the modules. Also, we reflected together on my strengths and weaknesses, which helped to build more confidence. It was exactly what I needed at the time. And apart from her coaching qualities, Neeta has a very warm and generous personality, which she engages to help bring out the best in anyone she is working with. Therefore, I highly recommend Neeta!!”
Michiel René van’Landt, Lawyer (Qualified in Netherlands)
“Neeta coached me for the England & Wales foreign lawyer qualification exams (QLTS). The only thing better than Neeta’s videos that are a must watch for anyone attempting the QLTS is Neeta herself! I ended up working with Neeta very, very close to the time of my assessments and I am grateful that she made the time for me and was such an excellent coach. I highly recommend her.”
Suraj Sajnani, Associate, King & Wood Mallesons (Qualified in Hong Kong)
“Neeta’s training helped to focus my studies for the OSCE 1 part of the QLTS conversion program. She provided me with confidence and structure for the exams… her help was invaluable and I would highly recommend her.”
Michelle, Big Four Accounting Firm (Qualified in Australia)
“I found the 1-1 coaching session with Neeta for the OSCE exam very helpful. She helps you perfect your oral representation/advocacy/client interview skills by showing little tricks. Neeta adapts her session to your needs and pace…and helpful to have a face to face session with her to double-check my understanding on certain points of the exam. I recommend taking her coaching session to all the candidates to increase their success rate in this exam.”
Asli Guner Paul, Assoc. General Counsel, Lightsource BP (Qualified in Turkey)
“Having Neeta as my coach was the best choice I made with respect to my OSCE preparation. She possesses a profound knowledge of the material and guided me step-by-step to the demanding OSCE test. Neeta was the one person who made me feel safe and confident for the exams.”
Stavros Michalopoulos, Associate, DLA Piper (Qualified in Greece)
“Neeta is a superb coach. She tailored the workshop to my needs and provided me with tangible added value. The various techniques shared with me were key to feel better prepared for the oral assessments. Her coaching clearly made a difference. Not only that, she was a pleasure to work with! I would highly recommend Neeta.”
Mariano Soto Gajardo, Founder, Trancura Legal (Qualified in Chile and New York(US)
“Neeta coached me for the Qualified Lawyers Transfer Scheme OSCE Interviewing and Advocacy. She is very hands-on and professional. Neeta has boosted my scores by providing constructive feedback, practical tips and sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience. I cannot recommend her highly enough.”
Anna Sukhanova, Director, Y&YSV Limited (Qualified in New York (US) and Russia)
“Neeta is a dedicated professional with an intuitive ability to get her clients to perform at their best. It was a pleasure to work with her and would highly recommend her!”
Daniel Mwihia Mburu, Advocate (Qualified in Kenya)
“Neeta is a great coach…and Neeta is excellent in encouraging candidates to improve their skills for the assessments and also undertakes participative feedback which is highly useful. I would recommend anyone interested in improving their skills to take training sessions with Neeta.”
Riya Kaul, Lawyer (Qualified in India)
“Thanks for all your help and advice in the workshop and follow up coaching session, Neeta. The preparation with you had helped me to follow through with the assessments with more confidence…and putting theory to practise. You had put to me a few times that I should throw in a smile here and there and show I am still in the room as a person. I remembered this during the exams, and am sure to have benefitted from it.”
Anonymous, Lawyer, Siemens (Qualified in Germany)
“I wholeheartedly can recommend Neeta. She is an amazing coach! I had 1-1 session with Neeta just two days before the OSCE assessments. It was very intense but enjoyable at the same time. Neeta gave me a lot of useful tips which helped me to increase my level of confidence. She had a very individual approach that allowed us to focus on the points that were the most important to me. Neeta is a very skilled and highly professional coach and solicitor… Even if you have online support of your tutor, having a face to face session with a very skilled coach like Neeta is equally important. Thank you, Neeta!”
Magdalena Pilichowska, Legal Manager, St. James’s Place Wealth Management (Qualified in Poland)
“Professional, encouraging and effective.”
Samantha Groffman, Senior Legal Counsel, Travelodge Hotels (Qualified in China & US)
“Neeta’s powerful coaching skills, practical tips and individualized teaching approach helped me greatly with sitting the oral assessments in OSCE with a high level of confidence. She manages to turn a highly intense day into an enjoyable and interactive learning experience. I highly recommend training with her!”
Duygu Tanisik, Head of Legal, Limejump (Qualified in Turkey)
“Neeta is a great coach. Her 1 to 1 training sessions helped me pass the OSCE exam. She gave me numerous practical tips. She was professional, encouraging and a real pleasure to work with. I recommend her without reservations.”
Alvaro Nistal, Counsel, Volterra Fiette (Qualified in Spain)
“Neeta is a wonderful coach and a very highly motivated lawyer. She has great work ethics as well.
Thank you for your help Neeta!”
Nila Gibb, Compliance Advisor, BP (Qualified in Indonesia)
“One of the reasons I did so well this time round is because of your training session. I think this really helped me feel more confident and prepared.”
Anonymous, Lawyer, Hill Dickinson (Qualified in France)
“‘Neeta is a great and skilful coach. I had a face to face session in London to prepare for the oral presentation and client interviewing modules of the OSCE exam. We discussed the challenges that I would be facing and I learned crucial tips for the exam day. The session was obviously very intense but also amusing, which makes it even more great. I definitely recommend Neeta if you are planning to prepare for the OSCE or a similar exam.”
Oriol Espar, In-house Counsel, CaixaBank (Qualified in Spain)
“Neeta provided a number of workshops for the college to aid our students with confidence building issues which ultimately helped them to see their own potential in a more positive light. Her sessions were enlightening for all involved.”
Joanne Rourke, Employability Programme Manager, College of Law
“Neeta’s Powerful Presentation Skills training for both our junior and senior lawyers was very well received with excellent feedback. She is a highly engaging and professional trainer who manages to build rapport and instill confidence in even the most reluctant of presenters!”
Solomon Wifa, Managing Partner, O’Melveny & Myers LLP
“I went to Neeta before my training contract interview to help me prepare for the big day! Her sessions were amazing and helped me to understand what would be required of me and gain the confidence that I needed for the day.”
Harpreet Boora, Associate, Allen & Overy
“The Networking with Confidence session was insightful and approached in an extremely interactive manner, highlighting some of the key misconceptions. Neeta was very professional.”
Maryam Darwich, Course Director, London School of Economics
“The training rendered by Neeta effectively addressed our specific needs and was undertaken with professionalism. Her guidance and clarity were invaluable and we are better equipped now to assess candidates on the English criteria, upon which, part of their assessment is based.”
Hazel Sinanan, Head of Higher Rights Civil and QLTT PCL, BPP Professional Education
“Neeta has been a great coach who has helped me get clarity when tough decisions had to be made which affected my personal and professional life. She helped me reach decisions with confidence and clarity. I would not hesitate in recommending Neeta to anyone.”
Yashica Karanduth, Management Consultant, Ernst & Young (Singapore)
“Neeta has helped to develop my presenting style and, in particular, how to approach the process for promotion to Partnership. Neeta takes the time to understand your role in the context of your business and helps to focus your energy in a positive direction. She is engaging, practical and an excellent trainer and coach. I would not hesitate in recommending her.”
Partner, Berwin Leighton Paisner LLP
“Neeta works with us training Italian lawyers in the UK and Italy. She has a very engaging and interactive style of training which makes it fun and informative for the lawyers. Her ability to adapt the English language to a level that works for all the Italian lawyers means it is a thoroughly enjoyable experience for all.”
Alessandro Gaglione, Solicitor and Avvocato, SLIG Law LLP
“Neeta has a very methodical approach and is knowledgeable and resourceful. She always pays attention and is very responsive. Her great insight was valuable for me in the decision-making process after I finished my Masters.”
M. Skurzak, Trainee, European Parliament (Luxembourg)
“Neeta’s presentation and pre-planning were professional and relevant. My expectations were exceeded.”
Brenda King, MBE, CEO, ACDiversity
“Neeta was an excellent teacher and trainer who helped me with English for effective team management and meetings. She helped me identify how to say things correctly to get the best results.”
Eva J. Mora, Senior Underwriter, AXA Insurance (Spain)
“Not only is Neeta a great communicator, she is also the most friendliest person, which is very important for the student’s confidence.”
José Moro Espinosa, President, Emilio Moro Bodegas (Spain)
“I have had English speaking lessons with Neeta many times and she is very helpful and builds my confidence. She is very patient and knowledgeable about the difficulties especially for Spanish people.”
Manuel Suárez, IT Project Manager, Sage (Spain)
“Neeta has helped me build my confidence when speaking in English for business and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone.”
Eloy Rodrigo, CFO, Loewe (Spain)
“Neeta was brilliant at helping me create a CV for the banking and finance market. She is an excellent teacher and easy to understand.”