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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Most NRF apps I've seen are addressed to 'Graduate Recruitment'. I think that's a safe bet here, unless you hear otherwise.- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Hey guys, You may have seen this in my email earlier today, but if you haven't: Fill out our survey for a chance to win a £10 Amazon Gift Card. We've hired a team to deliver a mental health and resilience training course, specifically tailored to the legal profession. Rather than us telling...- Jaysen
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General Discussion Thread 2020-21
Here you go: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/175-training-contract-interview-questions-2/- Jaysen
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Shearman & Sterling - Applications for the 2 December 2020 Open Day closes this Sunday!
Hey everyone, We're delighted to announce that applications for Shearman & Sterling's 2021 vacation schemes are open. The firm is running four vacation schemes on the following dates: Spring Vacation Scheme One: 8 – 20 March 2021 (deadline – 17 January 2021) Spring Vacation Scheme Two: 12 –...- Jaysen
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Clyde and Co vac scheme application
I agree that the second point isn't really answering the question. I would generally focus on law firms, but you can tie in Clyde & Co here to back up your claims. I'd just flag that so many candidates jump to something like 'Africa because it's an emerging market' when answering questions like...- Jaysen
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Baker McKenzie D&I Question
Consider whether you have been involved in any organisations/projects/activities that have developed your understanding of D&I and/or made this an issue of importance to you.- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Looking at the question strictly, this strikes me as more of a commercial issue, rather than a COVID-related legal issue. That said, I would flag that I haven't seen many answers on this yet.- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
I wouldn't discuss a specific innovative business/the role of law firms here, unless it's directly relevant to the question. Questions you might want to think about: - Is business and law always symbiotic? - How does the law benefit businesses? - How does the law hinder businesses? - How does...- Jaysen
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Kirkland App
Yep, so I think they changed this last year. As you said, you can focus on why Kirkland/PE in your cover letter and focus your answer here on your interest in transactional work/the stuff that goes along with being at a transactional focused firm. I would flag that I have seen some people...- Jaysen
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General Discussion Thread 2020-21
With telephone interviews, I know it's hard to gauge what something is thinking, and it's easy to read into the way they say things. As Jess said, the interviewer will be calling many other candidates, which probably explains her tone and lack of enthusiasm when answering the question. It's a...- Jaysen
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Clyde and Co vac scheme application
Hey - do you have some initial thoughts on this? I can then give you more tailored advice!- Jaysen
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Resolved
I know several candidates who were rejected for three or more cycles, despite being very strong candidates (in my view). They subsequently secured training contracts; it was just a case of continuing to persevere. Obviously I can't say for sure, but I'd stress that sometimes the extreme...- Jaysen
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Freshfields Workshop Applications
I'd only capitalise if it's the full title of an event. Otherwise, I'd always go for lowercase.- Jaysen
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Ashurst: What qualities does a successful lawyer of the future require?
That's a good question. Personally, I prefer to stay focused on the question asked. I feel if the firm wanted you to discuss your traits, they would have added it to the question. That said, I read many answers where candidates do add their own experiences, and I doubt there's harm in doing so...- Jaysen
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General Discussion Thread 2020-21
Hey - I don't think we have a premium membership associated with the email you signed up to the forum with. Could you drop me a PM with your premium email address? Thanks!- Jaysen
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Looking for Application Answers - £5 Amazon Gift Card
Thanks guys - will drop you a message!- Jaysen
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Fantastic news, well done!- Jaysen
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How to become a better critical thinker
If I remember correctly, I think you previously bought a book on critical thinking when going through the process? Do you remember what that was called?- Jaysen
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Commercial Awareness ... where do I start
I think it's very overwhelming when you get started. It's hard to see how learning about a particular story is going to develop your commercial awareness. I don't think there's ever a single point where commercial awareness 'clicks'. It's more of a case that the more you immerse yourself in...- Jaysen
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Query about: Big Tech Regulation - US Government Sues Google
Another update today as the EU is to announce formal antitrust charges against Amazon: https://www.ft.com/content/4908995d-5ba4-4e14-a863-bcb8858e8bd2- Jaysen
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