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    SQE Plus and SQE2

    Hi all, Looking for a bit of advice and also just want a chance to ramble/vent. I sat and passed the SQE1 in July 2024 sitting. I was meant to sit my SQE2 this year, but had a massive breakdown and decided nope, not doing this. Took a year off, basically just worked and chilled and restored my...
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    Winckworth Sherwood and Wedlake Bell First Stage Interview Advice

    Hi @Jessica Booker, @James Carrabino and @Jaysen! I hope you all are doing well! I was hoping to get some advice regarding my TC interviews with WS and WB. I am only at the first stage yet, and have tried to look for specific advice relating to the two firms but unfortunately have not come...
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    Law Society Diversity Access Scheme Interview 2023

    Hi everyone! Has anyone applied to the Law Society Diversity Access Scheme Interview 2023? Also, are there any users who have given the interview before? I would really appreciate a quick chat with you! :)
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    BPP LPC LLM COURSE

    Hello everyone! I hope you all are doing well. I am currently a law graduate from the University of Exeter and am looking to apply for an LPC LLM course in London. As I come from a low socio-economic background, my choices are pretty much limited to BPP (who offer a relatively cheaper course)...
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    Jones Day Academic Reference

    Hi - this question is for everyone who has successfully secured a VI with Jones Day. Did the firm follow up with your academic referee and ask for a reference? I haven’t received a response yet from my academic referee if they are happy to provide a reference and I’m panicking because I want to...
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    Hugh James Summer Placement Interview

    Hi all! Received an interview invite from Hugh James for their summer placement scheme. Was wondering if anyone has any advice/tips that would help me prepare! Any advice would be greatly appreciated :)

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