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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Holding email from Gateley. Expecting to hear back by the end of next week!
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Appreciate that, thank you!
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica! I am currently writing an application and one of the questions is: “please set out any additional information which you feel is relevant to your application” (250 words) I’m not entirely sure what to include in this. Is it a space to explain extenuating circumstances, or wider...
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    Ask 3 future trainees (Magic & Silver Circle, International Elite) ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    Hi team! I’m trying to explain in a ‘why this firm’ question why it’s sector approach appeals to me. I’m struggling to link it to an example/experience as my motivation is more forward thinking in the sense that I want to train in an environment where I can develop a comprehensive...
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    Ask 3 future trainees (Magic & Silver Circle, International Elite) ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    Thank you all!
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    Ask 3 future trainees (Magic & Silver Circle, International Elite) ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    The questions don’t actually have a word limit! I think I’m going to use the cover letter to very briefly introduce myself and my story which would then set the tone for the application form. What do you think?
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    Ask 3 future trainees (Magic & Silver Circle, International Elite) ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    Hey team! I’m currently doing an application that has specific questions for: 1. why do I want to become a solicitor, 2. what qualities do I have that will enhance my ability to be a solicitor 3. Why this firm On top of that, it asks for my CV and a cover letter. I’m stumped over what to...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    There’s just one question instead of the application form. That could be an advantage depending how you look at it
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Agreed!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    That was my thinking too! I just wasn’t sure whether we should apply for both now or wait until AS get back
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Does anyone know if Aspiring Solicitors’ partnership with Harbottle & Lewis means you only need to submit the one question to AS? Or should you still do the usual application form through H&L as well?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I still wouldn’t say you being told the answer is a bad thing! What I find useful is to say you don’t know if you really don’t, but if it’s something you think you can make an educated guess on, then explicitly say something like “I don’t know for certain but I’m happy to talk to you through my...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Fox Williams rejection. 70% increase in applications and they used academics to filter candidates. What a ruthless cycle!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    That’s justification in itself! What is it about the law that interests you in a business context? That is a unique element that you won’t get with banking.
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I think Leigh Day was the 3rd respondent not the Appellant
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Taking a look at the judgement it looks like it was DLA Piper
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    It’s tricky because the big four’s movement into the legal industry is more a threat to magic circles who do similar work for financial institutions than it is to say national commercial firms. When I see the question, I personally consider who the competitors are for that specific firm because...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    It depends on the firm really. What firm is this for?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    It’s a stage before the AC. I asked GR!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Did you dress formally while taking the tests?

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