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Recent content by MarkLaw

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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hi guys, I have a final round partner interview at PwC next week, was wondering if anyone has done this stage and would be willing to give me some guidance on it? thanks :)
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Has anyone done a PwC AC for their vac scheme who would be willing to let me know about the general structure of the day? Really difficult to find info on their AC process :)
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    I did the Simmons & Simmons VI on Jan 31 and still heard nothing - anyone else in the same boat?
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Sorry to hear that :( did you apply for TC or VS?
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Congratz! What options did they give you for AC dates?
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Has anyone had an offer from Mayer Brown yet? Patiently (at least trying to be lol) waiting post-AC
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Honestly idk because I thought the same as you - that’s why I emailed them because I was pretty positive I didn’t fail the WG and they then said I was unsuccessful on the basis of my application (verbatim what they said). The fact you haven’t been rejected yet is still good news though so I...
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Just to clarify for people who applied to Hogan Lovells, the WG test is automatic. I emailed grad rec and they informed me that I passed the Watson Glaser but was unsuccessful on the basis of my application, so I think it is ok to assume that it is automatic.

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