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Why are you interested in a career as a commercial lawyer?: Answer feedback
I think this is a strong start. You write clearly and the link between the free market system and your experiences feels natural. I would keep in mind that many/most applicants writing their answer to this question will also mention the free market system, so it's important for this to feel...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Definitive Guide to Law Firm Case Studies! *Monday Article Series*
Yes - in this case it would be 'KK', as the exercise asks you to write a letter to the client :)- Jaysen
- Post #39
- Forum: Interviews Discussion
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Skadden cancelling their TC ?
Heard from a Skadden trainee about this, and as far as I'm aware, it's not true.- Jaysen
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- Forum: General Discussion
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Journey to a TC - career change!
Great to see how on it you are already!- Jaysen
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- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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Just the intro!
Welcome to the community Sepi. It's lovely to have you here :)- Jaysen
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- Forum: Introduce Yourself Here!
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Manifesting a TC: An international non-law's TC journey
I'm sorry to hear how tough this process has been for you. I know it can be really disheartening. I would say that that's a very good hit rate - if you secured a vacation scheme from 12 applications. It might not feel like it, but that is the nature of how the law firm process can be. The...- Jaysen
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- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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Journey to a TC!
This is a great list. I look forward to following you in your journey @pepsicola96. Good luck!- Jaysen
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- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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Journey to a TC - career change!
Looking forward to following you in your journey :) I completely agree that your background is an advantage. This is exactly what I'd lean on and it'll make you stand out in this process. You're also right to be thinking about 'why law', especially as a career changer. But it's completely...- Jaysen
- Post #2
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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TCLA Summer Bootcamp
Hey there! Yes that's exactly right, a subscription will give you access to all the ongoing sessions. Hope to see you in the class tonight!- Jaysen
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- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Summer Bootcamp
Unfortunately I've checked and it doesn't look like we'll be able to live stream this event. But don't worry - we'll make sure you're all caught up when we kick off our first M&A session :)- Jaysen
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- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
This is amazing news, really well done. I know it can be hard to know what to expect on a vacation scheme (or how to do well!). This video should help - you'll hear from five future trainees about how they converted their vacation scheme into a training contract...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Summer Bootcamp
Hey there! Sorry you haven't received a response yet. We are looking to see if there are live stream facilities for the in person sessions, but if not, we'll be running the bulk of the programme remotely so you don't miss out :)- Jaysen
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- Forum: General Discussion
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8 April 2024 M&A is Back?!
Full Disclosure: M&A is Back?! By Jaysen Sutton Hi Reader 👋🏽, The Story: In the first three months of 2024, there were over twice as many ‘blockbuster’ M&A deals (valued at over $10bn each) compared to the prior year. This has led the global value of deals to increase by 21% to more...- Jaysen
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8 April 2024 What is going on with Sam Bankman-Fried/FTX?
Full Disclosure: What is going on with Sam Bankman-Fried/FTX? By Jaysen Sutton Hi Reader 👋🏽, The Story: A US judge sentenced Sam Bankman-Fried to 25 years in prison. The sentencing follows Sam’s conviction of seven charges, including fraud and conspiracy to commit fraud. What you need...- Jaysen
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- Category: Commercial Awareness
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8 April 2024 This Week's Practice Area News
Full Disclosure: Practice Area News By Jaysen Sutton Hi Reader 👋🏽, It's the second week of April, 2024. Here are the most relevant stories for you to be aware of as an aspiring lawyer, from all of the main practice areas: Mergers & Acquisitions Majestic buys Vagabond Wines out of...- Jaysen
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- Category: Commercial Awareness
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
This is an amazing testimonial to your perseverance. Huge congratulations!- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
We'll really miss you at TCLA @axelbeugre, especially your presence in the office. Thank you for everything you have done for us and for this community.- Jaysen
- Post #3,908
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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SQE Resit Policy by Law Firm
A good article in The Lawyer today regarding the NDA students have to sign when completing the SQE exam. For those worried, this was particularly relevant to me (bold added for emphasis): 'A spokesperson for the SRA said: “The confidentiality agreement relates to the content of the assessments...- Jaysen
- Post #13
- Forum: Applications Discussion