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    Failed first semester modules but made a comeback - have I ruined my chances?

    Hello everyone! I just wanted ask if anyone had any advice for the route I should take or things I should apply for? As the title states, I did really badly in my first semester - at least in part due to undiagnosed ADHD, I was stressed and overwhelmed for a majority of the term, so much so...
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    First-year Insight Scheme Application

    Hello, as I know this platform is home to advice guiding students to apply for first-year open days and insight schemes in London Law firms. I was wondering if there is any specific way to begin the application process. Although I am aware of the general idea that one should use the specific...
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    Grades and Applications

    Hello! I recently received all my second year grades back, and was worried whether any would potentially hinder me from applying to MS/SC etc firm's I achieved 69s in (eu module and technology in the law module), and 65 (tort, land) I also however achieved a 59 in equity. In oct/Nov of 2nd year...
  4. Aspiringlawyer14

    First year scheme dilemma!!

    Hi All, I just had 2 questions that I would love any help with Firstly, let's say you've secured 2 first-year schemes. Firm A is lasting for one whole week (no fast track), whereas Firm B has a one day workshop in the middle of Firm A's scheme dates. If I have secured both would it be silly...
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    Question on firm's alignment with training contract aspirations

    Hi all, For a first year scheme I am applying for at BCLP, the only question the application form asks is "How does does BCLP align with your training contract aspirations?" (250 words) Whilst this is clearly mainly a question about your research into the firm, is it also space where I should...

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