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    Which firms recruit predominantly from VS and which ones from TC?

    I was hoping to start a thread on which firms recruit from their VS or TC, as I am trying to figure out if it is worth it for me to apply to some direct TCs If there is already a comprehensive thread detailing this then please let me know! And also if any of the info is incorrect, then also...
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    First year non-law grades

    Hey guys, I wanted to quickly ask a question about the importance of grades in vac scheme applications at MC/SC and US firms. I'm currently a first year non-law student at a RG university, and have averaged a 68 in first year which i'm really happy with. However I have only achieved 41 in an...
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    Addleshaw Goddard VI

    Hi, I submit my VI for Addleshaw 4 weeks ago but haven’t heard back. My application status hasn’t changed to unsuccessful and the grad recruitment team said they were still under review when I contacted them. Anyone else in the same boat?
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    How do I answer these Withers vac scheme questions?

    I’m applying to withers, my issue is they only want 60 words when answering questions. They’re all competency based questions and as it’s a limited number of words I’m using the STAR technique. The ones I’m struggling with are: 1. What would you invent and why? 2. What are your...
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    Applications with 'redundant' cover letters

    Hi, Often when applying to vac schemes, I find that there will be a question about my reason for applying to that firm, and a question regarding positions of responsibility, and then it will additionally require a cover letter. I don't understand what I'm supposed to write in my cover letter...
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    Norton Rose Fulbright Winter Vac App

    Hi, I’m applying for 2019 Winter Vac at NRF and am a bit stumped on a few points for their app. 1.) They don’t appear to have an Alevel or UCAS requirement anymore, is this the case; 2.) In the form the only Q this year is a 750 word cover letter. As it is within the form should it be addressed...
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    Winter vac schemes clashing with university commitments?

    I am wondering whether many finalists are applying for winter vac schemes even if they clash with the last few weeks of the autumn university term. My term finishes on the 13th December and a lot of the vac schemes begin on the 9th Oct, and during that week I have a lot of tutorials and seminars...
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    A-Levels/UCAS - Which Firms

    Hi all, I am in the process of making applications for winter Vac Schemes, albeit a limited number of firms offer them. I am terribly keen on some of the magic circle firms but am conscious that 128 UCAS points (3 A-levels consisting of an A* and an A) does not meet their minimum criteria...
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    Leigh Day

    Hi Guys, I was wondering if anyone has applied for Leigh Day before and also how I can answer a 'why a claimant law firm' question. Any tips and recommendations would be very much appreciated! Thanks in advance.

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