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    Where should we open up our next office?

    Hi All, I have an interview coming up with a well renowned international firm who have offices worldwide. I've heard that at this particular firm, there is a high probability that the question in the title will be asked. However, I have absolutely no idea what to say. As mentioned, they...
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    Reed Smith Post SJT

    Hi guys, Having completed the SJT, Reed Smith has instructed me to answer three further questions. I am somewhat confused about how to answer the following question: (Q) Taking into account the firms core values and drawing on any examples you have from your experiences, would you feel...
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    How to become a better critical thinker

    Hi guys, I hope everyone is focusing on their TC/VS apps and stocked up on Ben & Jerry's ice cream during Lockdown 2.0! As it's an important part of a lawyer's job to be able to look at a situation and clearly understand it from multiple perspectives, whilst separating facts from assumptions...
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    Living Comfortably as a Trainee/NQ Solicitor

    Hi all, As TC/VS applications start opening, I would like to be more considerate of the factors that I take into account when applying. One of the main factors is pay. I understand that with most firms, higher pay equals less free time. I am quite a family orientated person and enjoy...
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    Vacation Scheme - Recent Experience

    Hi everyone, By way of background, last week I started my first online vacation scheme. Although I'm happy, I am experiencing major imposter syndrome. I simply do not feel good enough. I added a few of the other candidates on LinkedIn and everyone has way better A Levels than me, experiences...
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    Short Professional Introduction about myself

    Hi all, As part of my firm's website redesign, I have been tasked with producing a short introduction about myself which will be used on the website. I am currently a paralegal at the firm. I'm quite nervous as I have no idea what to write or even how to write it - the firm has stated it...
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    The Financial Conduct Authority

    Hi all, Having read a few M&A's, I was wondering why and how the FCA would get involved (e.g. stopping a proposed merger) in such deals and how businesses negotiate with the FCA to progress with their plans of merging with company X? I'd really appreciate a comprehensive response!
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    Commercial Awareness - Latest Stories

    Hey guys, Hope everyone is doing well. Unfortunately, with the current situation, I've been quite mentally drained and, therefore, haven't focused much on the commercial world. I would be grateful if the TCLA community could suggest some commercial articles/stories for me to follow up on...
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    Online Vacation Schemes

    Hey guys, Hope everyone is doing well in these trying times. For those of you who will be commencing your vacation scheme online, I wanted to get your thoughts on what you're most looking forward to in terms of the online vacation scheme?
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    Virtual TC Assessments

    Hi everyone, I hope you're all well. Have any of you done a virtual TC assessment, or have you heard of how these assessments are operating? I would be really grateful if the TCLA community could provide some insight! Donzi

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