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    Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!

    Hi Guys! I am trying to think of how best to answer the following application question but not sure where to start: 'Give an example of a recent legal decision that is relevant to XXX business which you strongly agree or disagree with. Why?' Shall I choose a practice area that I am...
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    I emailed Grad Rec and they confirmed that the deadline has moved for the VI.
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Not yet, I have been preparing but just double checked the link they sent in the invite email and it seems they have moved the deadline to midnight 31 January. Have you completed it? :)
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    Aspiring Solicitors Application Workshop

    Hello everyone, I am the Aspiring Solicitors Campus Ambassador for BPP Holborn and I am currently organising a vacation scheme and training contract applications workshop with AS. The workshop will be focused on how to structure your applications, CV's and cover letters and how to answer...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica, Apologies if this question has already been asked. I am currently applying for the Reed Smith Vacation Scheme and their work experience section asks for 'details and explanation of how you feel you have benefited from this experience' in 250 words max. Should I try and link my...

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