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  1. wwood

    How to answer "most important rewards" in law (Akin Gump App)

    Hi all, I have two questions. First, I am wondering how to answer this question: "What are the most important rewards you expect in your career?" (250 words max) Second, a cover letter must be uploaded, so the motivational questions seem quite repetitive to me. These are all the questions in...
  2. wwood

    Interview Question: Why did you fail your vac schemes?

    Hi everyone :) I'm not sure if this has been posted before. I've been getting this question "Why did you fail your vac schemes" recently. I'm wondering if anyone has any tips on tackling this question? Frankly, mine was lacking confidence (leading to bad time management, not as proactive etc.)...
  3. wwood

    Ashurst Application 2019

    Hi guys - wondering how you would answer this question: How is the legal landscape changing and what are the challenges facing Ashurst? Is it OK to use cybersecurity threats as an answer? Thanks so much!
  4. wwood

    Failed Schemes? Motivation?

    Hi guys! I notice that the vac scheme thread pretty much centers on practical tips e.g. how to do well, what not to do, what to do etc., but there is no post on specific experience! The vac scheme diaries are great, but they focus more on the legal experience. I am wondering whether there are...
  5. wwood

    Joint Venture Help

    Hey guys! Currently doing a Vac Scheme. Would like to know if it's possible to sue just one party under an unincorporated joint venture (with two parties). Did some searching online but could not find anything particularly useful. Plus, having never studied that, I find it difficult to...
  6. wwood

    A Question on Practice Area

    Heya all :) I have a quick question! I'm applying for one of Cleary's offices in Asia. I just talked to an ex-associate. She said that the firm ususally recruits trainees to work in corporate finance. However, I am drawn to Cleary for its strong antitrust practice in the US. Should I still...

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