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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    OMG!!!!!!! SO SO SO Well deserved - Hope you are already celebrating <3
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi Asil, I have got through to a final stage interview with W&C in a previous cycle, I would definitely apply! I did not meet their A-Level requirements (albeit I have mitigating circumstances) however, having spoken to Grad Rec they would still encourage people to apply, even if they narrowly...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey, I have just seen this - but I managed to get around the same!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Morgan Lewis Telephone Interview invite!!! (applied near the deadline I think)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi @fm97 Sure, I will PM later this afternoon :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Rejection from Reed Smith Spring Scheme too (post research questions)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi, congratulations on the video interview! :) I believe the next stage consists of two parts: a presentation with follow-up questions alongside a partner interview (I don't think there is any group exercise element)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Vinson & Elkins Video interview invite!!!! (applied 15/1) As this is one of my top firms, if anyone has any tips, I'm all ears :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    MAYER BROWN AC!!! omg (TI was the second week of Dec)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi Nikki, Fieldfisher run a Diversity Access Scheme in the summer, so the candidate may have applied for that!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    RPC AC Invite! As this is my first AC, if anyone has any tips, I would be very grateful :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi, https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/WorkPlacementDeadlines has a list of what vacation scheme deadlines are coming up :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi Viviane, as this year is Willkie's first cycle recruiting trainees, I don't think anyone will have any specific advice, apart from the information in the email. Hopefully we are given more instructions soon!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Invite to Mishcon's Video Interview! Applied on 27/12
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Thank you both for your suggestions! I will contact Grad Rec
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I'm so confused. Yesterday I received a PFO from SPB but this morning I have been sent an invitation for their video interview?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi, I just got sent the VRT this afternoon. I applied on the deadline 17/1. Just remember no news is good news, fingers crossed they get back to you soon!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    So sorry to hear about your rejections. Two years ago I got rejected from W&C post-interview and it was very demoralising to begin the whole application process again. From having been in this position before, I would say perhaps to have a break from everything TC related, to allow yourself time...
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    White & Case Applications 2020/21

    Hi @Sim96, the key skills W&C look for are: Intellectual, legal and analytical ability Tenacity and determination Client-readiness and maturity Initiative and entrepreneurial mindset Teamwork and leadership Global mindset
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi, for a question such as 'How would you describe the relationship between law and business?' how would you go about answering this? Is the question essentially asking what is 'commercial law'?

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