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Will applying to Direct TC's now prevent/hurt my 2024 Spring/Summer VS Applications?
Thought I'd say that that is a marked improvement across your grades! A 12% increase (especially in difficult areas of law) is a remarkable feat, and you should feel proud. Definitely worth applying for vacation schemes during the next cycle - but perhaps for firms that you didn't apply to the...- Sierra
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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My journey to a TC-Non UK law degree
It only takes one!- Sierra
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- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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TC Offer accepted - have read that firm is in merger talks. What should I expect?
Heya, apologies if I'm reviving an old thread. But I'm genuinely curious- because it seems like the firm in question is Shearman or A&O. Would you be willing to share a little about how grad rec/the firm have approached this with you?- Sierra
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- Forum: General Discussion
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Please be brutally honest, should I give up on becoming a solicitor at a MC/Top Uk law firm
Definitely agree with Jess. Your overall grades are still good. In my experience of interviewing with a good number of mc/us/int'l firms, with your profile, they generally won't raise that subject in your interview and will focus on your strengths and experience. But, in the event that they do...- Sierra
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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research advice
Your mileage may vary, but generally it depends which firms you are targeting The classic example is the approach to US firms (generally more technical, and you need to be specific regarding practice areas - e.g. some firms will grill you on m&a, pe, maybe finance concepts) vs UK firms...- Sierra
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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How do I explain inconsistent grades?
Heya, sorry to hear about your tough time. But the fact that you improved in spite of your setbacks is certainly commendable Likewise to Jess and Laura, while it is understandable that the reason for the inconsistencies were due to mental health, you may want to highlight your ability to...- Sierra
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- Forum: Applications Discussion