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    Travers Smith Application Struggles

    Thanks! I applied really early this cycle and haven't heard anything from them so I was getting a bit worried.
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    Travers Smith Application Struggles

    do you mind me asking when you applied?
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Does anyone know of deferring vac schemes due to health reasons? I have had a lot of mental health issues in the past - at the interview, I was in a good state and told them I was doing well again. But recently my health has declined. Do you think they would retract my vac scheme offer?
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Hi, I got a summer vacation scheme at a firm. There are three schemes available and I can only make the very last scheme - would that affect my chances of getting a TC? There is a very limited number of places available because it's a US firm.
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    amazing! if you dont mind me asking, were you successful? wondering whether i should consider it a rejection if i dont hear back soon
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Has anyone interviewed at Sidley Austin before? If so, how long did they take to respond with feedback after your interview?

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