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    Charles Russell Speechlys TC app help!

    So, I am applying to CRS for their training contract, and I am stuck on the question: Describe the market perception of Charles Russell Speechlys in your own words. (250) I have begun answering it by distinguishing their competitors in my view Baker McKenzie and Macfarlanes? And I then go on...
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    Charles Russell Speechlys application help

    Hey, so I'm applying to CRS for their training contract, I was wondering if anyone has applied or is currently applying, what you wrote for the character section. They ask, 'What film character would you be and why?'
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    Abbreviating a firms name

    Ah, I see, thankyou. :)
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    Abbreviating a firms name

    I am applying to Charles Russell Speechlys and their application has a 200 word limit on the questions. I am finding it quite difficult to say anything substantive in 200 words without abbreviating the firms' name. Is it okay to abbreviate the name after having said it once and included the...
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    Want to request a law firm insight?

    Charles Russell Speechlys and Macfarlanes please.

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