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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @Dwight Each scheme is two weeks long, and we are planning to run them in-person. The application questions will be the same this year. You might find this video useful; it gives you some tips on how to plan your answers...- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #125
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @Dwight Thanks for the question. We will be running 4 schemes in the next academic year - winter, spring (x 2) and summer. We are planning to open the application cycle 1st September. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #123
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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BAD FIRST YEAR RESULTS - What to do?
Hi @henryc1271 It is highly unlikely that the success or failure of your TC applications will rest on this one module. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
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- Forum: General Discussion
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi everyone, In case you have seen this yet, we have launched our inaugural 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 & 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 programme – 𝗕.𝗨.𝗜.𝗟.𝗗 @ 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻 in association with Chevron. Here is a summary of the internship: BUILD is a month-long internship, in our London office, that will...- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #121
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Brand Ambassador opportunities
Hi @Eliana No disadvantage at all. Happy to receive your application. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
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- Forum: General Discussion
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Hi @lawloser - better for you to apply for an open day. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Hi @Lawgirl123 Yes, we're still interviewing!- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Hi everyone, I posted this on my LinkedIn feed earlier. I thought it was useful to share here as I know people have received rejection emails from us recently. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/pauljgascoyne_vacationscheme-activity-6770279375859535872-qgTO- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Did you apply for a spring vacation scheme and a summer vacation scheme? If so, that's why you will have received two emails. I know it's not ideal receiving two rejections, but we do need to reply to every application. I hope that explains.- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #12,173
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Thanks @Jaysen Yes, the situation is still the same. I know lots of people are frustrated that it takes time to hear back from law firms (including Shearman!), but the reality is that screening applications and conducting interviews takes time. Law firms receive hundreds upon hundreds of...- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #12,107
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Hi - our deadline was only two and a half weeks ago. It takes significant time and effort to thoroughly review all applications. Please have patience and you will hear from us - I promise! ;) Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @lawhopeful It's difficult to say. Your Vac Scheme application will be reviewed separately from your Open Day application, so go with what you think is best. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #118
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @M1999 You can do it either way. Best to chose what you think works best. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #116
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Hi - yes, you have until 23.59 on Sunday 17 January to apply. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #3,980
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @Suraj Kundu We haven't formalised our SQE plans yet, so the existing route is good for now. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #114
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @Cmcc It's possible, but all the schemes are equally competitive, so it very rarely happens. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #113
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @Mxkry We recruit on an ad-hoc basis for that role. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #110
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Don't panic everyone! If you send your application before the deadline (17th January) it will be evaluated in the same way as everyone else. As we receive plenty of applications we do start to look at a few before the deadline - this just helps us to review applications in greater depth. I'm...- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @Suraj Kundu Yes, we do accept applications from LLM students. Regarding your VISA, from the information you have provided, you should tick 'yes' the to question asking if require permission to work in the UK. Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #108
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!
Hi @Lawgirl123 Yes, we welcome applications from graduates! Thanks, Paul- Paul - Shearman & Sterling
- Post #106
- Forum: Applications Discussion