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  1. Erin

    Stephenson Harwood 20

    What skills do you think are needed to be a successful solicitor at Stephenson Harwood? Max 250 words Based on the firm's 2026 strategy, key skills for success encompass strong interpersonal abilities, innovative thinking, and a deep understanding of commercial dynamics. Firstly, enduring...
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    Stephenson Harwood 19

    250 words each Tell us about a time you have exceeded expectations in your work and/or study. What challenges did you experience? How did you respond to those challenges? What was the outcome? During my internship with the Youth Empowerment Foundation (YEF), I conducted seminars on human...
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    Slaughter and May 18

    Dear Janine, I am a second-year law student at the University of Reading and am writing to apply for a place on the summer vacation scheme with the aim of securing a training contract at Slaughter and May. During my secondary education, I was interested in business influenced by my father who...
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    Slaughter and May 17

    Dear Ms Janine Arnold, I am a first-class graduate from [X] pursuing a master’s in Management at [Y]. I am writing to apply for the September 2026/March 2027 Training Contract intake. Despite being a non-law student, my curiosity led me to choose modules covering contract and tort law...
  5. Erin

    Latham & Watkins 11

    Why do you want to become a commercial lawyer? (300) Despite not studying law, my academic curiosity led me to undertake modules ranging from contract to public international law. I thoroughly enjoyed learning how the law affects individuals, firms and governments both nationally and...
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    CMS 20

    Describe your proudest achievement and what challenges you have had to overcome. I take pride in my efforts with the Youth Empowerment Foundation (YEF), where I recognised and tackled a critical problem: the lack of sustainable career pathways for at-risk youth in Old Delhi. I suggested...
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    CMS 19

    Describe your proudest achievement and what challenges you have had to overcome. (200 words) My proudest achievement is running an e-commerce business that generated £10,000 monthly revenue while working as a tutor and property agent during my gap year. Throughout the venture, I had to...
  8. Erin

    Bristows 8

    Please provide your personal statement in the space below. Please outline why have you chosen to become a commercial solicitor and what relevant skills and experience you possess that you feel make you a suitable candidate. (400) From content writing to university coaching and front-of-house...
  9. Erin

    Bristows 7

    Please provide your personal statement in the space below. Please outline why have you chosen to become a commercial solicitor and what relevant skills and experience you possess that you feel make you a suitable candidate. (400) I have chosen to become a commercial solicitor to pursue a career...
  10. Erin

    Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner 13

    Q1 - What do you find attractive about Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner's sectors/departments and which area(s) are you interested in having exposure to in your Training Contract and why? Max 500 words The breadth of sectors, depth of expertise, and diverse practice areas at BCLP undoubtedly...
  11. Erin

    Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner 12

    Q1 - What do you find attractive about Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner's sectors/ departments and which area(s) are you interested in having exposure to in your Training Contract and why? (Max 500 words) I am attracted to Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner's (BCLP) M&A and Corporate Finance Practice after...
  12. Erin

    Ashurst 8

    Please use this section to tell us about yourself, your skills, achievements and why you want to train as a solicitor and work at Ashurst. (750 words max) * I am a Durham University Psychology graduate and I strongly believe my skills, achievements, and personality make me a strong fit to...
  13. Erin

    Akin Gump 7

    What motivates you to pursue a career as a commercial Solicitor? Explain how you would add value as a Trainee in the London office of Akin. (250) Despite not studying law, my academic curiosity led me to undertake modules ranging from contract to public international law. I thoroughly enjoyed...
  14. Erin

    Weil Gotshal & Manges 7

    Why have you decided to pursue a career as a commercial solicitor? (200) Despite being a non-law student, I developed a keen interest in law by taking various modules ranging from contract to public international law. While I enjoyed learning how the law impacts individuals, firms and...
  15. Erin

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi! The technical exercise is contract-based exercise, whilst the legal and commercial analysis exercise is based on analysing a law firm's thought leadership article and providing a recommendation to a client. It seeks to test comprehension, analysis and succinctness. All the best of luck...
  16. Erin

    White & Case 17

    Dear Graduate Resourcing and Development team, I am writing to apply for White & Case’s 2024 spring vacation scheme. My interest in commercial law stems from me enjoying learning about the intricacies of Contract Law at university. I developed this interest as an advisor at Bristol Musicians...
  17. Erin

    Weil Gotshal & Manges 6

    Why have you decided to pursue a career as a commercial solicitor? My first experience with commercial law was during Sixth Form, where I participated in a mock trial at the Rolls Building, based on the 2012 Apple v Samsung case, in the presence of Judge Colin Birss, who rendered the verdict...
  18. Erin

    Watson Farley & Williams 7

    Why WFW Watson Farley & Williams’ unique training contract structure of six seats allows for greater diversity of training, something which appeals to me in ensuring I have a variety of experiences. The guarantee of an international secondment would give me the opportunity to use the Spanish...
  19. Erin

    Trowers & Hamlins 8

    Why have you decided to pursue a career at a commercial law firm and why would you like to do this at Trowers & Hamlins? The fusing of business considerations with legal advice attracts me to commercial law. This interest was sparked by participating in The Aspiring Solicitors programme where I...
  20. Erin

    Taylor Wessing 7

    What motivates you for a career in Law at Taylor Wessing and what key skills would you bring? (1000 characters) I am drawn to Taylor Wessing (TW) due to its strong reputation in Intellectual Property (IP) and strength in digital innovation. The firm’s multidisciplinary approach provides an...

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