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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Amma Usman" data-source="post: 206967" data-attributes="member: 36740">Very well done on your first AC! Huge congrats on getting to this stage. I completely understand the nerves, especially being your first. I remember my first too. One thing that helped me, which you have rightly suggested, is to reach out to future/current trainees on LinkedIn. I personally recommend reaching out to future trainees more, as they will likely be earlier on in the process and have fresher insights on the firm’s latest process (this might have changed to when current trainees did it). Another thing is that there is the tendency future trainees will be more likely to respond. In terms of general tips to succeed here:<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Stay calm (easier said than done), but take a moment before answering your questions. You want to avoid falling into the trap of answering too quickly as (1) you end up speaking too fast, making it less likely to understand what one is saying, and (2) you may not even end up conveying your answers as well as you intended/prepared for.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">In line with the above, this may sound interesting for sure, but prepare..dont over-prepare. This is especially relevant a day or two prior to the AC. Over-preparing could make you more anxious. My best ACs were those which I took a moment for self-care the day before. Trust that you have done very well to get to this stage. Look at it this way…the AC is simply a chance for you to expand on the written application. </li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Know your main motivations.. why the firm, why commercial law, why you. You will likely be probed on these, so have solid answers. Have answers that aren’t easily accessible online. Have answers which not every applicant can mention. How to do this? Research research research… and specificity! And linking back to your own self and life experiences! </li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Ask thoughtful questions at the end. Anything you always wanted to know that isn’t accessible online? You will have lawyers working at the forefront of these deals in front fo you. Would be a great opportunity to ask away. </li> </ul>Best of luck. I know you’ll smash it!</blockquote>

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