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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Ahhh got a spring vac scheme offer from Jones Day !! Exciting times :)))
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Very well said and that was very helpful! Hopefully it will be a positive outcome - thank you so much for the advice :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Yeah that’s also fair! luckily I did laugh and carried on the conversation haha
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I had a vac scheme interview the other day and keep thinking about the fact that the senior partner cracked a joke about wanting to get drunk with his mates at the pub lol. Is it a good thing that he was joking around or do you think he was trying to catch me out to see how I’d respond ...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey guys - I am not quite sure whether I should apply for a direct TC at Macfarlanes or their spring vac scheme. I do have some legal work experience and have interacted with the firm as various events. I am also about to start the GDL but the deadline for the spring vac scheme is 31st Jan and...
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Ah really ? I just got in touch with the recruitment team and they said it can’t be amended once it’s been submitted :( oh well, I don’t think the information I wanted to add will make a big difference
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Yes I have - I’m guessing that’s why I can’t edit the submission ?
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Yeah I literally can’t find an edit link anywhere on the page :( how frustrating
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hey guys - I’m trying to edit my freshfields application as I wanted to add some extra info/details, but I can’t find an edit submission option? I believe the deadline is later this evening so I’m not quite sure what to do !
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    I am an Associate at a Global Law Firm. Ask me Anything!

    Hi @LM thank you for starting this thread. I am starting the GDL in the next two weeks and have been applying for various spring vacation schemes and direct training contracts. Do you have tips on how to balance the course whilst completing vacation schemes? I am slightly worried about missing...
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    That does make more sense actually! In my application confirmation email, it said they’d come back in January, but I’m guessing that isn’t the case now.
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Ah perfect, I'll definitely apply then. I think I can only apply for the TC as the vac scheme dates clash with my GDL exams, unfortunately - thank you for your help!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Does anyone know if Bates Wells recruits on a rolling basis? Currently trying to decide whether I should apply for their vac scheme or TC - would appreciate any help with this :)
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Same here! I think they’ll probably come back by mid Jan (the latest)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Completely agree - the personal statement did look a little odd without a concluding sentence and definitely makes it flow better. Thank you so much for your help!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey guys - I was just wondering if a short concluding sentence is necessary for the Freshfields personal statement? At the moment, I haven’t got one but I’m already slightly over the word count. Any help would be appreciated !!:)
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    Mayer Brown Tests

    Yeah that’s very true - I wish I elaborated a bit further for some of the q’s but I guess there’s really no point overthinking now! Hopefully it all works out and best of luck :)
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    Mayer Brown Tests

    I felt exactly the same after my interview - couldn’t quite tell if I aced it or did badly haha. In hindsight, I wish I expanded further on some of the examples I provided but was worried I’d waffle and not answer the question properly. Did you bring in past examples of ECs and work experience...
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Is it too late to apply to Macfarlanes’ direct TC ?
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    Mayer Brown Tests

    They were just typical strengths based questions - e.g how you would approach situations/scenarios etc. It went by very quickly so you should all be fine :)

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