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    Reed Smith Post SJT

    Guys, do not re-submit your questions as you might cause further confusion. A few months ago, I also received the same email after submitted my answers weeks before. RS graduate recruitment team emailed me on their own accord to inform me to not re-submit the questions as the subsequent email...
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    Slaughter and May VS 2021/TC 2023 application

    Thank you!! - I applied at the end of September.
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    Slaughter and May VS 2021/TC 2023 application

    Thank you!! I'll keep you updated.
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    Slaughter and May VS 2021/TC 2023 application

    Thank you! - It's for the training contract.
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    Slaughter and May VS 2021/TC 2023 application

    Hey Naomi - thank you for your kind words. Just wanted to update you to say that I got the interview!!!
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    Reed Smith Post SJT

    Hey - No, since submitting my answers, I have not heard back. Although, quite worryingly, having submitted my answers, I received several subsequent emails (after the deadline) asking me to submit my answers. However, this was later rectified by GR who stated that there had been an error on...
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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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    Slaughter and May VS 2021/TC 2023 application

    Hey guys, I made such a stupid mistake - I submitted a covering letter to S&M which contained one word in a different font colour. Is this going to affect my prospects of succeeding? I feel so stupid!
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    Reed Smith Post SJT

    Thanks a lot guys! Much appreciated!
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    Reed Smith Post SJT

    I'm desperate for help on this one, guys - The deadline is in 4 days!
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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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    Slaughter & May Winter workshop

    Perhaps - nobody has said that they've been accepted on here or TSR - I've only seen people confirming they've been rejected
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    Slaughter & May Winter workshop

    Applied on the deadline - still haven't received an outcome
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    Slaughter & May Winter workshop

    Anyone heard anything yet?
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    How to become a better critical thinker

    Thank you so much, DeltaGamma64! I will definitely take your advice on board.
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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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    Paralegal Role vs Internship at an Investment Firm

    I think it all depends on what you want to do in the future. If a legal career is what you wish to pursue, go with the paralegal role. If it is finance, go for the internship. Remember, do not always think of the present, think about the future and direct yourself towards your end goal. If...
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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

    Wow guys, honestly I can't believe how much support everyone has shown. People have also messaged me privately. Amazing community. Thank you all for your kind words - I really appreciate it! It means a lot to have others to talk to and share feelings that you tend to bury. I'm going to take...
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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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