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    How to research a firm

    Hello! What is the best way to go about researching firms? I'm struggling to find a starting point because there is just so much information. I would really appreciate if anyone could let me know their researching methods?
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    How to research which practice area I could be interested in? (non-law student)

    Hello, I'm a non-law undergraduate student, but I'm hoping to eventually convert and become a solicitor. In the meantime, I wanted to apply to open days and vacation schemes to not only give me some experience for my CV and have better chances to secure a TC, but also to see if a legal...
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    Researching law firms

    When researching a firm am I supposed to make notes on everything that is on the website or should I research according to the question being asked and the answers I want give. i.e. research further on a deal to back up a point ? I am struggling to find information in relation to deals and...
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    Best Way To Research Law Firm

    Hi Guys, What would you say is the best way to research law firms especially when using the website. This is for Vac Scheme and Training Contract Applications. The website can be really complicated and overwhelming sometimes, would you say I should focus on the sector I am interested in, or try...

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