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    Training Contract Success Stories

    Thank you so so much Salma!! :)
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    Training Contract Success Stories

    I thought I’d share my own success story cause I found the stories of others very motivating and inspiring. I am in my final year of my law degree at a top 10 RG uni. I made 6 VS apps last year and secured one VS at a SC firm. (I completed two video interviews for 2 other firms but was...
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    Vacation Scheme Top Tips

    1. Never, ever, ever, compare yourselves to the other students. It’ll ruin your whole vac scheme. Don’t be tempted to pick out who you think is better than you, or who you think you’re better than. Everyone on the scheme is worthy to be there, including you. Use this opportunity to make new...
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    Applying for a Direct Training Contract

    They have two deadlines for different group of applicants. The deadline in March is for graduates and final year students. The deadline in July is for students in their penultimate year.
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    Distinguishing Heavyweight US Firms

    I went for their open day this November. They are very proud of their: - High yield bond expertise (they virtually monopolise the market on this area, as per a trainee) - they’re also proud of their unique band 1/2 ranking in banking and finance: I believe/think they are the only firm to have...
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    Travers Smith Interview

    Also don’t be afraid to ask the partner the same question, be strategic about this one. If you’re genuinely interested in the partner’s opinion about one of the moral questions, ask him/her! This was why my interview was conversational, I didn’t wait until the end to ask my questions, I...
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    Travers Smith Interview

    IMO, you can’t really prepare for it, I remember the interview invitation email said ‘no preparation needed’ or something like that? Tbh, before the interview, I prepped answers to why Law, why commercial law, why Travers, and I spent loads of time learning about the collapse of Carillion but...
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    Travers Smith Interview

    I’m not really sure, I think I might have expected a little too much from the vac scheme. First of all, I wasn’t offered a TC so I don’t want to be biased. But, I would say I was 50% bored during the scheme. I was a little disappointed that I didn’t get involved in any concrete ‘work’. This was...
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    Travers Smith Interview

    Keep it simple, don’t try to be smart for the sake of it. When I had my interview last year, I didn’t prep for these questions because I wanted my answers to be genuine (and most times, I wanted my answers to be the first thing that came to my head). I also remember I only got one of these...
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    I smiled so big at my phone when I saw this. Congratulations! Absolutely deserving of it :)
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    Main things to know about a deal

    Yes that’s what I meant! Thank you
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    Main things to know about a deal

    Didn’t actually think about this - thank you :)
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    Main things to know about a deal

    Thank you so much Salma! This is very helpful!
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Yes, as in within the next 10/11 hours. Its safer to complete it earlier than later when you're unsure of the exact deadline
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    It seems that you have until 12:00 midnight to complete the interview. I would prepare as much as I can and complete it before this time. Best of luck - relax and breathe, you are more capable than you are giving yourself credit for.
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    Main things to know about a deal

    Hi all, Assuming you're preparing for the interview question that ask 'tell me about one of our deals you've found interesting' What are the key components of a transaction to be aware of? I've got the various jurisdictions and practice areas involved in the deal. What else do you recommend...
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    travers smith direct application

    I’d say 50/50
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    If this is Bakers, it makes no difference which date you pick. Either ways, I’ve always told people that if you’re good, you’re good. If there’s no space, the firm will make space for you. This does not necessarily apply to all firms but I’m speaking from experience and the experience of...

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