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Recent content by Sian
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How many cycles before giving up?
Hi, Thanks for being honest about this, a lot of people feel it but don’t say it out loud. A slightly different perspective that may help: firms are far less focused on how many cycles you’ve applied than candidates tend to think. They don’t sit there tracking “failed attempts” as a negative...- Sian
- Post #5
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Absolutely- it’s not just about having a “fancy” or legal-brand name on your experience. What really matters is what you learned and the skills you developed. For example, I volunteered at a local family court and some of my law-student friends legal advice centres as a law student, which gave...- Sian
- Post #10,127
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Academic Results
Hello! First, well done on completing your PGDL with distinction. That’s an incredible achievement and really shows your resilience and capability. Don’t let past grades hold you back from applying, as many firms, including Weil, take context alongside academics into account. When mentioning...- Sian
- Post #3
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Open Day Networking 2025
Thank you for sharing, Will! It’s great to hear about all the events you’ve been involved in. We really appreciate the time and support you give to students. Wishing you a well-deserved rest after such a busy open day programme! :)- Sian
- Post #2
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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First-year Insight Scheme Application
Hi @Iliana Amor Thanks for sharing! The advice you’ve already received here is really strong and detailed, and it’s great to see you thinking carefully about tailoring your applications. I wanted to add a few slightly different points that might help you start your application with impact: 1...- Sian
- Post #4
- Forum: Introduce Yourself Here!
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Guidance on Paralegal Interview
Hi WeGotThis! Congrats 🎉on getting to the first round, that’s a big achievement! Since the general tips have already been covered, here are a few additional points to help you stand out: 1. Structure your answers Even in a short 30-minute interview, using a simple framework (e.g...- Sian
- Post #4
- Forum: General Discussion
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Vac Scheme App submitted at 00:00 on deadline night
Hi legal_bagel! Thanks for sharing this, that’s a stressful situation, and it’s completely understandable to feel disappointed. The best step now is to contact Simmons & Simmons’ Early Careers team directly, explain what happened, and make sure to include all of your details: your full name...- Sian
- Post #6
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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Feedback on Skadden VC application
Hi Blipken! Thank you for sharing this and for being so open about the rejection, that honesty is really helpful for everyone reading this. The feedback you’ve received so far is great and makes a lot of sense, particularly about structure, emphasis, and firm-specific detail. I’d like to add a...- Sian
- Post #5
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Is it worth submitting last-minute applications for firms recruiting on a rolling basis?
Hi there! I want to offer a slightly different way of thinking about last-minute applications to rolling firms, drawing on my experience as a HSF Kramer Campus Ambassador and supporting students throughout the cycle.I've laid out some pro's and con's below as well as my personal view. Hope this...- Sian
- Post #2
- Forum: Applications Discussion