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How to prepare for Slaughter and May Interview?
Hi Leke, You may find this thread helpful if you haven't seen it already: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/slaughter-and-may-interview-tips.80/#post-949. I also copy over some advice I recently gave about commercial awareness: You should have a good understanding of at...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Interviews Discussion
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Why this firm?
Yes it is, you don't want a repetitive answer. It should still be possible. Remember, you are talking specifically about your interest in corporate law here, as opposed to why you want to be a commercial lawyer, so see if you can describe it in a way that doesn't repeat your answer. It only...- Jaysen
- Post #9
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Why this firm?
You're right, there's often a mismatch between what applicants say they like about a law firm and their explanation of why it interests them. To be clear, that's not to say it's bad to answer the "Why are you applying to this law firm?" question by using a specific department. To the contrary...- Jaysen
- Post #7
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Why this firm?
I've attached some thoughts to give you an idea of the questions I'd have.- Jaysen
- Post #5
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Why this firm?
Good question. You're definitely thinking along the right lines and it's good you're asking the why question. Let's take your first question, why might you be interested in a law firm with new offices? I can think of a few (generic) reasons: Opportunity to do new secondments (good for your...- Jaysen
- Post #2
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Guides, university partnerships and contributors
Hi guys, In case you haven't seen, we've posted a series of articles on the US-China trade war recently (they're written by one of our contributors). Here you go: Could the United States Win a Trade War Against China? Trade War: The Car Industry Why is China Devaluing its Currency?- Jaysen
- Post #2
- Forum: General Discussion
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Advice on an application question
The question is very broad and will cover both of your examples. I would choose the situation that you believe is most closely tied to the question. This will be a personal decision. You may want to ask yourself: Which one was the most challenging? How did it challenge you? Why was it...- Jaysen
- Post #4
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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I secured a training contract!
I'm delighted to hear that Tanesh. I've no doubt the determination you've shown over the last few years will take you very far. Please stay in touch!- Jaysen
- Post #5
- Forum: General Discussion
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Are last minute TC applications a waste of time?
Exactly the way to go. If you submit a good application around this time, no doubt yours will stand in contrast to the other rushed applications!- Jaysen
- Post #5
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Are last minute TC applications a waste of time?
Hi Revan, I just asked a former grad recruiter (at an MC firm) about this. She said the following: "Recruited enough people from last minute applications to know it’s not a problem. The reason they are a waste of time is that it’s highly likely that if you are doing them last minute, you are...- Jaysen
- Post #3
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Negotiation exercises
A student recently had a question about the negotiation exercise on a vacation scheme. Thought I'd share this post with you guys here: · Start with your best possible outcome. A little obvious but it’s important – that way, if you have to concede, the outcome may still be optimal. ·...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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Do I need to tailor work experience in my applications?
Nope, you're all good. No need to tailor your answers for the work experience section. I sometimes see students go a little overboard here, writing in great lengths about what they learned, what skills they developed and how it all applies to their chosen law firm. Unfortunately, more often...- Jaysen
- Post #3
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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LawTech and Education Providers
CC has launched a law tech internship: https://www.legaltechnology.com/latest-news/tomorrows-lawyers-lexoo-and-clifford-chance-launch-pilot-internship-scheme/- Jaysen
- Post #4
- Forum: Watson Glaser and Case Study Resources
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LawTech and Education Providers
Thanks for sharing Jonty. I wasn't aware of many of these!- Jaysen
- Post #3
- Forum: Watson Glaser and Case Study Resources
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Cover letter conundrum
Hi Jai, That's a fair point. I agree, generally, the cover letter should include information that isn't answered by your application form. I would sometimes introduce myself in my cover letters (Slaughter and May I did, White & Case and Jones Day I didn't). If I did, I would keep it short...- Jaysen
- Post #2
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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Drafting exercises
A vac schemer recently asked a question about the written exercise on their vacation scheme. Thought I'd share it with you guys here: I'd recommend spending a good chunk of time planning; it can cut down the time you spend writing and help you prioritise the key information. Try to determine...- Jaysen
- Post #2
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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Linklaters Application
Some tips: Pick a topic that interests you (not one that you think sounds impressive). There's no set structure, but try to talk about both parts of the question evenly. This may be the easiest if you use one paragraph to explain the news article and a second paragraph to explain how it would...- Jaysen
- Post #4
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Work Log for your Vacation Schemes
Thanks for the kind words, I'm glad to hear that! I'll continue to update it over the next few weeks (there's a commercial awareness section I still need to add), so I'll send round an email when that's done. I hope everything is well!- Jaysen
- Post #3
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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Linklaters Application
I've just finished our Training Contract Applications: The 2018 Guide. It summarises almost everything I could tell you about writing a good training contract application ;). That said, I have reviewed a few Linklaters' apps, as well as having applied there a few years ago, so if you have any...- Jaysen
- Post #2
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Work Log for your Vacation Schemes
Hey guys, You probably know by now how much we like fillable PDFs ;) Here's one we've designed for your vacation schemes. The table follows the same structure I used in mine to keep track of everything each day. It's also handy for the final TC interview because you'll often be asked questions...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion