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  1. Jaysen

    Talking about international deals

    When talking about a deal, the point you're trying to make - presumably - is that you have an interest in the type of deals the firm does, as an answer to a "why this firm?" question. That should still stand even if you mention a deal where the London office wasn't involved.
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    Interview advice?

    Alright, thanks guys. Will get back to you tomorrow.
  3. Jaysen

    Interview advice?

    Hey! Two questions first: I assume you mean a career in commercial law? And I assume you are asking in reference to applications?
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    Paralegal jobs - are they worth it?

    I was in a similar position during university. I spent most of my three years interested in a different career, so when I decided on commercial law, I had to play a lot of catch-up. I suggest the following to start: Find law firms you are interested in and attend as many law firm events/open...
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    Law Firm Insight: Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner (legacy BLP)

    Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner Initial thoughts on the merger between BLP and Bryan Cave Full financial integration Law firm combinations are on a spectrum. On one side, you’ve got alliances (Linklaters and Allens) and best friend networks (Slaughters) where firms refer work, clients and maybe...
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    Law Firm Insight: Clyde & Co

    Clyde & Co Initial thoughts Clyde & Co recently got the international bug and have been aggressively opening up offices and forming alliances around the world. In a short space of time, they’ve transformed themselves into a global firm. Something a bit different Clyde & Co's core is insurance...
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    Law Firm Insight: Slaughter and May

    Slaughter and May What makes the firm different? Best friends It's no secret that Slaughter and May is an anomaly. In the early 2000s, when the rest of the magic circle were busy opening offices and merging with foreign firms, Slaughter and May was pulling out of New York, Singapore and Paris...

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