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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Does anyone know how Bird & Bird use the WG? As in do they have a benchmark or does everyone also get a VI?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Yup for NRF! Ah cool thanks, I've never done so before but it suddenly crossed my mind
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Quick question, what are people's thoughts on replying to a WG invite? Especially if it's the next stage rather than an automatic invite? Is it worth thanking Grad Rec and confirming that you have received the invite or just leave it?
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    That's amazing, well done - great last week for you! I've got an AC next Thursday, I don't suppose you have any tips/ pointers for it by any chance?
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Just heard back... rejection and they've said they can't provide personalised feedback. Is this something they all say? Is it a bad idea to follow up and ask for feedback anyway?
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Yeah heard that too, keep refreshing my emails like every 2 mins...
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Anyone heard back from Skadden after this week's AC?

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