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  1. Erin

    Gibson Dunn 2

    Please write a cover letter. You should include some of the following areas: what attracts you to Gibson Dunn; why you want to become a solicitor; an outstanding personal achievement which added value to either your academic or working environment; details of any prizes, scholarships, interests...
  2. Erin

    Freshfields 15

    Personal Statement My interest in commercial law first sparked working in-house alongside C-suite teams. One particularly memorable task was a report I prepared for Native Union’s CFO concerning the potential regulatory issues caused by the Crimean trade sanctions. This was my first time...
  3. Erin

    Eversheds Sutherland 12

    When have you worked towards an ambitious goal? As part of your answer, please describe how you tackled this goal, what set-backs you faced and what energised you about the situation. (500) A time I worked towards an ambitious goal would be as the Secretary of the Korean Entertainment Society...
  4. Erin

    DWF 6

    1. Why have you chosen to apply for a Training Contract at DWF? (250 words) I am attracted to DWF’s commitment to innovative problem-solving for clients. At the London Open Day, I learnt from Office Managing Partner Jonathan Moss that the firm delivered positive outcomes for clients...
  5. Erin

    DLA Piper 9

    Q1. Please tell us about a current issue or news article that has interested you. How might the topic be relevant to Dentons and our clients? 250 In May 2022, Greek authorities impounded the tanker ship Lana, a vessel owned by the Russian company Transmorflot and carrying Iranian-produced oil...
  6. Erin

    Dentons 6

    Q1. Please tell us about a current issue or news article that has interested you. How might the topic be relevant to Dentons and our clients? 250 In May 2022, Greek authorities impounded the tanker ship Lana, a vessel owned by the Russian company Transmorflot and carrying Iranian-produced oil...
  7. Erin

    Dechert 10

    Please explain why you want to pursue a career as a commercial solicitor and why you would like to practice at Dechert. I aspire to become a commercial solicitor because the role combines my legal ambition with my interest in current affairs and business, developed through debating and...
  8. Erin

    Here's a 3 Step Strategy to Build Your Commercial Awareness

    Hi everyone, Erin here! How is your week going so far? 😊 I have been speaking to so many of you over the course of the last few weeks whilst running our TCLA Premium onboarding calls (which has been so lovely!) Something that has come up on almost all of my calls is candidates struggling with...
  9. Erin

    CMS 15

    In your view, what steps should a law firm take to put client relationships at the forefront of its strategy? (200 words) In my view, client relationships are prioritised in two ways: adaptability and the strive to achieve the best results for clients in the commercial world. The commercial...
  10. Erin

    Bird & Bird 6

    What attracts you to a Trainee Solicitor role at Bird & Bird? What is motivating you to pursue a career at Bird & Bird? (200 NOW) Bird & Bird provides a combination of global technology expertise with regulatory and corporate services knowledge. I am impressed by how the firm’s document...
  11. Erin

    Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner 8

    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? As a fully integrated international team, the array of departments at BCLP is attractive, as well as the breadth...
  12. Erin

    Willkie Farr & Gallagher 5

    Please explain why you would like a career in commercial law (250) (241) I enjoy solving problems for clients, drawing on my analytical skills and commercial mindset. My undergraduate degree helped me develop the ability to evaluate information from multiple sources, form detailed arguments...
  13. Erin

    White & Case 14

    Dear Graduate Resourcing & Development Team, I am a LPC MSc student at the University of Law and I am applying for White & Case’s (W&C) Training Contract 2024/2025 intake. My interest in commercial law began after participating in a Pathways to Law negotiation workshop surrounding a fictional...
  14. Erin

    Weil Gotshal & Manges 4

    Why Law? (250) Several factors have been influential in steering me towards a career in commercial law. My undergraduate degree in History has taught me a number of relevant skills, such as evaluating information from multiple (and often contradictory) sources, forming cogent arguments and...
  15. Erin

    Weil Gotshal & Manges 3

    Why have you decided to pursue a career as a commercial solicitor? Max 200 words My interest in commercial law began after participating in a Pathways to Law negotiation workshop surrounding a fictional client being sued regarding Intellectual Property right breaches. I enjoyed analysing the...
  16. Erin

    Watson Farley & Williams 4

    1. Outside of employment or work experience, please tell us about any positions of responsibility you have held which you would like to highlight. (250) Academically speaking, I was awarded the highest % grade in Spanish consecutively throughout my GCSE and A level exams and consequently set...
  17. Erin

    Travers Smith 12

    Please copy and paste your cover letter into the space provided below (there is no word limit). Please address your covering letter to Germaine VanGeyzel. * Dear Ms VanGeyzel, I am writing to apply for the Winter Vacation Scheme at Travers Smith. I am a graduate of the University of Bristol...
  18. Erin

    Taylor Wessing 4

    **Please tell us about any activities that you have been involved with over the past 3 years that you feel has helped build your skillset. This can range from sports teams to mooting, to simply juggling responsibilities you have at home. (250 words max) *** In 2020, I wrote a review of a...
  19. Erin

    Taylor Wessing 3

    Please tell us about any activities that you have been involved with over the past 3 years that you feel has helped build your skillset. This can range from sports teams to mooting, to simply juggling responsibilities you have at home. (250 words max) Having held an interest in volunteering...
  20. Erin

    Stephenson Harwood 11

    Tell us about a time you have exceeded expectations in your work. What challenges did you experience ? How did you respond to those challenges ? What was the outcome ? (250 words) My proudest professional achievement was successfully completing complex and challenging tasks that helped the...
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