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I’ve been researching online and apparently 50% of applications get offered a VI which kinda just crushed my spirits because this is the furthest I’ve got in an application before lol. Guess I’m just going to have to smash this video interview
 

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I’ve been researching online and apparently 50% of applications get offered a VI which kinda just crushed my spirits because this is the furthest I’ve got in an application before lol. Guess I’m just going to have to smash this video interview
My first year of apps was last year - I applied to almost 30 firms and only received 3 VI and nothing beyond that. This round, was more specific in my approach(around 10) and this is my only VI. So take from that what you will :)

A non-law grad and current MA Law (conversion) student.
 
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    I’ve been researching online and apparently 50% of applications get offered a VI which kinda just crushed my spirits because this is the furthest I’ve got in an application before lol. Guess I’m just going to have to smash this video interview
    It's a massive achievement to get so far for such a prestigious international firm!! I'm absolutely buzzing about it myself
     
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    I’ve been researching online and apparently 50% of applications get offered a VI which kinda just crushed my spirits because this is the furthest I’ve got in an application before lol. Guess I’m just going to have to smash this video interview
    Just re-iterating what everyone else has said, to even get this far is still an achievement! It shows great promise in your application.
    Go into the VI with your head high and be proud of your achievement rather than disheartened. Best of luck :)
     
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    zara elles

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    Just re-iterating what everyone else has said, to even get this far is still an achievement! It shows great promise in your application.
    Go into the VI with your head high and be proud of your achievement rather than disheartened. Best of luck :)
    This is so true! I need to stop being so harsh on myself and have a little faith I guess :’) Best of luck everyone and I hope your interviews go great!
     
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    zara elles

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    Also, does anyone know if the SQE programme allows for seat rotation? I’m assuming we have just picked a department and are going to stay in their for the 30 months but I thought we may have had opportunity to choose different seats like the traditional TC route?
     

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