Recent content by RS Sinatra

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    GDL results and TC applications

    Thank you! I have a follow up question So what would be my best option here? 1) Take the PGDL again and apply for TCs but given the previous failed attempt, will firms consider my application? 2) Take the SQE , work as a Paralegal and then eventually transition to being a lawyer? or would you...
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    GDL results and TC applications

    Hi! @Jessica Booker I am international candidate and failed one module in PGDL at BPP. I received 47/100 in the resit and the pass mark was 50. Since I failed the resit, I failed the whole course and therefore I received no degree. I did not have any valid mitigating circumstances and could...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi! How do I answer the question 'Why do you think you will be a good commercial solicitor? ' do I have to include my motivations for why commercial law or do I need to write about my qualities that I think will make me a good solicitor? Thanks in advance!
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Me too! I'm hoping I hear from them this week.
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hello! has anyone heard from white & case for the direct TC application?
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica Are we supposed to repeat what we wrote in our applications during the interview? Specially the repetitive questions like Why law? and Why X firm? or are we supposed to give different answers? Thank you
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    I completed my law graduation course outside of the UK, so I still have to do the GDL since it is not considered as a qualifying law degree in the UK. At the beginning of the application, when i was asked to confirm if I'm a penultimate year student, I chose 'NO'. Hope that helps!
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    It is very much open for graduates. I am a graduate and sent my application on 30th June for the penultimate year TC 2022 . I got an invite for the Watson Glaser, so they must be open for graduates as well! :)
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hi, has anyone heard back from BCLP for direct TC application? Thanks!
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    Bryan Cave (BCLP)

    Do we need to finish the application process for BCLP within 5 days of starting it???

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