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    Mayer Brown Tests

    Hey, I just did my phone interview and they just give you a call at the time you requested for the interview. You won’t have to do anything else. Good luck!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey, I got the invite last week on Thursday and was only given the option to do the interview on Tuesday 29th (tomorrow) - hope that helps :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I have a telephone interview with Mayer Brown on Tuesday and was wondering if anyone knows what type of questions they typically ask? I believe it’s strengths-based, but does this mean they won’t ask the typical ‘why law?’ or ‘why Mayer brown’ style questions? Would really appreciate any help :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Also got a Mayer Brown interview ! Would really appreciate any advice for this :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Yes completely agree - I’m sure it will be fine! I applied for the Spring Vac Scheme
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey - congrats on the VI!! I also have an interview with Jones Day in January. I believe it’s just the partner interview and then a decision on whether they would like to recruit you for the vac scheme. Based on my preparation so far, I would highly recommend practising motivational style...
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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    I’ve heard that they prioritise CAPP Assessment results over the WG - but then again, I could be wrong. This is what I’ve heard from most people though :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    It was for the spring vac scheme
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Rejection from Bakers :( probably messed up the WG test. it was one of my favourite law firms too, but oh well !
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    Clifford Chance TC

    Yeah I got a rejection email too! Was kind of expecting it tbh but wanted to apply anyway :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    they filter out applications first before sending out WG invites - hope that helps !
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hey there! I’m also from a non-law background and would be more than happy to help / offer some advice. I haven’t got a vac scheme / TC offer yet in this cycle as I’m still waiting to hear back from some firms, but I’ve managed to progress to the next application stages (tests, interview stage)...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    thank you!! I’ve already bought the assessment day pack but might also look into this. The link isn’t working for me unfortunately
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I just did the WG test for Baker McKenzie and I really struggled with it for some reason. Does anyone have any tips for WG tests in general? no matter how much I prepare, I seem to always mess up the actual assessments :(
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Nothing yet for me - I’m assuming it’s a rejection !
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Are there any people applying for a TC at Freshfields? I’m currently finishing off my personal statement but would really appreciate a second opinion / advice on how I could improve! I’d be more than happy to review someone else’s personal statement as well :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Does anyone know what the WG pass mark is for Baker McKenzie? I think I remember grad rec saying it’s fairly low in comparison to other firms but I could be wrong here..
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Yeah I got this too! So I’m guessing it’s not a straight rejection as they haven’t read our applications yet ?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I haven’t heard back from Travers Smith re my winter vac scheme application. Is it worth withdrawing my application and reapplying for the summer vac scheme? Not quite sure what to do
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Well done! This is great news, best of luck :)

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