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Questions for the vac scheme of Clifford Chance
I assume your three days experience was at a pro bono centre? I'm not convinced that would count as work experience at a Clifford Chance office, although it's definitely worth mentioning on your application form. You can ignore question three. Sometimes, students have secured other training...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Forsters interview
Let me see if I can find some trainees for advice!- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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How to prepare for Slaughter and May Interview?
Agreed. I suggest you check out the Slaughter and May graduate page. If you have questions after reading the website -- for example, if you would like the firm to expand on a particular topic -- you can ask those to HR. For example (and this is after a quick skim of the Slaughter and May...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Interviews Discussion
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Secured a training contract
We'd love it if you stuck around, thank you. That's what makes the site! P.S. We will soon be coming out with resources targeted at future trainees, which will hopefully be useful for when you start your TC.- Jaysen
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Secured a training contract
Excellent news, well done. It's definitely a running theme on this site that perseverance pays off! I would wait to receive your offer email. It may take a little time for graduate recruitment to organise this, but don't worry -- you have got your offer. I don't think it's too much to email...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Perseverance or stupidity?
I'm not familiar with the Irish grading system, but if you're on a first class then you've set yourself up well. You also have a range of extracurriculars and at least some legal experience to demonstrate your interest in working at a law firm. I suggest you focus on your applications. Try to...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Commercial Awareness
Definitely - they are great examples.- Jaysen
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- Forum: Commercial Awareness Discussion
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Case Study 2: M&A analysis
Of course, send it over when you're ready!- Jaysen
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- Forum: Watson Glaser and Case Study Resources
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Application Question
For this question, it's fine if you want to explain the skills you developed. But I suggest you try to be more specific than "I improved XYZ skills". Think about what you improved: Was it your ability to handle difficult relationships? How you communicate your ideas in a group setting. How to...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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A bit lost after second year vac schemes
Having those vacation schemes on your application is a good thing. It tells recruiters that two law firms have already vetted you and decided you are good enough to be on their scheme. Just - as mentioned above - be prepared to explain your logic behind applying to two different firms. Your...- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Application tips for training contract deadline day
It's deadline day for most of the big commercial law firms, which means some of you will be trying to squeeze one more application in before midnight. In addition to writing my own applications a few years ago, I review a lot of training contract applications. I wanted to share some quick...- Jaysen
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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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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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
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- 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
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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
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- 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
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- Forum: Applications Discussion