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Do A-Level grades really matter?
Hello there, I'm looking for some advice for when it comes to me applying for training contracts. I am highly aspirational to work at a magic circle law firm to share my experiences and talents I have to offer but, I achieved BCC at my a levels, I still got into a good university (university of...- Haris19
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Bad A level grades due to mitigating circumstances, can I still get a TC?
Hi, I went into care right after my GCSEs and missed a year of education (year 12), which significantly disrupted both my mental health and my A Level studies. In addition, the pandemic meant my A Level exams were cancelled, and unfortunately, I didn’t do well. I’m now studying Neuroscience...- Thesillypomegranate
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Poor A-level Grades - Is it possible to get a TC ??
I'm currently studying a non-law course at King's College London (a Russell Group university), and I'm interested in pursuing a career in law. However, I’m concerned that my A-level grades (ABC) might affect my chances of securing a training contract at top law firms. I understand that...- ihatelaw
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Bad GCSE and A Levels - Will this affect my chances at getting TC?
Hello, I don't know how to start this so imma just speed through it in the best way I can. Basically, I came to England when I was 12 and I knew zero English, by the time I was somewhat good at English language I was in year 11. I only got the full grasp of English language by the time I was...- lawyer wannabe80@
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Applications to Stephenson Harwood VS - A-Levels
Hi everyone, Thought I'd pose a question here, hoping for some answers from anyone who has applied to SH (or any other firm). I noticed that SH does not specify a minimum requirement for A-levels on Legal Cheek. However, I'm curious if this holds true based on the experiences of those who have...- R-0
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Extremely bad A-level results and non RG university
I don't know where to start, this is my first time using this website so I'm not sure if I am posting this correctly. I am 19 years old and my A-level results are BCD in Biology, Chemistry and Maths. I was pressured into STEM A-levels even though I am way better at the humanities, I really enjoy...- Siim
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Bad A-level grades, 2:2 first year, insight schemes rejections - any way to help myself?
Hi all. Just finished my first year, got 53%. Was gutted because I thought I'd have scraped a 2:1, I received BBC in my A-levels. I am aiming for commercial law, however, I do have interest in criminal law (so if anyone has any advice for that too). I applied for a good six or so insight schemes...- PutItThereMan
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