Putting theory into practice
02 May 2025
Jack Lindo (14848) isn’t the first young lawyer to find his university studies much removed from daily life practising law.
“It’s very different. The degree is useful in teaching the theory, and how to think and research like a lawyer, however, when you start at a firm you feel like you know nothing.
“It’s a massive learning curve to understand all the processes behind the operation of a law firm, whether that be the business of law or how the complex file management systems work,” Jack explains.
At school, Jack wasn’t sure what career path he wanted to follow but opted for law because he enjoyed arts-based subjects and law was familiar territory with his father, mother and sister all involved in the legal profession.
Now he’s into his second year as a Solicitor at Tavendale and Partners where he is currently working in the commercial team.
“As I have started practising, I realised how rewarding a profession it is. There is such a wide range of work to get involved in and it’s really awesome having the opportunity to solve problems and help people in many different aspects of life.”
Jack encourages other young Old Boys to keep trying new things if they’re not sure what they want to do.
“It’s very common to feel unsure. There is so much time to decide and sometimes the first option you choose may not be what you thought it was going to be, which is completely okay.”
The youngest Old Boy on our CCOBA committee, Jack is keen to stay connected with College and felt joining the committee was a great way of doing so.
“The committee is composed of incredibly competent people who have a wealth of knowledge and experience and want to do their best for the Old Boys. I really like the idea of contributing to the maintenance of the positive relationships that the school has with its Old Boy community.
“I strongly encourage other YOBs to make the most of the events put on by the committee. These events can help us maintain friendships and connections beyond school in a time when it’s so easy to lose contact as people pursue their various careers both in New Zealand and overseas."
