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    When is the best time to apply for paralegal roles starting in October/late September?

    Hi there, I'm currently doing the SQE (with a TC from alaw firm) and was wondering when is usually the best time to apply for a paralegal role for a start in October as a future trainee? Would really appreciate any insights from anyone who paralegalled straight after SQE or with a TC and what...
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    Mishcon deadline

    Hey does anyone know if Mishcon's deadline is 6th November at midnight or 5th November at midnight? (for the spring vac scheme) Thanks
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    Advice for the Cooley AC

    Hi everyone - just got invited to my first ever AC at Cooley - would be great if anyone who's done it before could give any advice! :)
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    Applying to winter vacation schemes in my last year of a non law degree

    Hi, Hope you’re good! I’m currently going into third year wanting to get a training contract/ vacation scheme in a London city firm, hopefully magic circle. I go to Durham University currently going into third year, doing PPE. I’m just concerned about my grades - I averaged a 65 in my second...

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