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  1. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    My article on assessed negotiations may help here, I break down a lot of teamwork issues: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/definitive-guide-to-assessed-negotiations-monday-article-series.3018/
  2. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I would say so, yes. Have a look at my last article to see which included structuring an answer to this type of question too: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/definitive-guide-to-law-firm-interviews-monday-article-series.3286/
  3. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    This is phenomenal
  4. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I'd tend to err on the side of cautious honesty. By that, I mean that I wouldn't go in for the jugular demonising funds and institutions who are likely to be on the firm's client database, but by all means be honest and say that you admire the WSB traders if you indeed do. If you're worried...
  5. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I agree with everything Jessica has said here. It's a very personal thing, so you have to decide whether you feel comfortable discussing it. I've discussed physical health challenges (broken back/ paralysis) before in this question and there's no doubt that the ongoing effects of that have had...
  6. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Feel free to DM me about this if you'd like to chat in more depth confidentially.
  7. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    This can be a really hard question to answer - I often found it quite uncomfortable because you're essentially bigging yourself up! It's an inherently personal question, so it's really hard to suggest a particular example for you based on your life experiences. Resilience, at its core, is the...
  8. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    You could but I would focus on fee-earning activities unless you've had an experience with the firm before which validates your understanding of the firm's culture :)
  9. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I think what Jessica is getting at is that it can't be age discrimination because one can start a degree programme at any age and the stage of one's educational progression isn't a protected characteristic within the meaning of the 2010 Equality Act :)
  10. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi, I cover this in my latest article which may help you out: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/definitive-guide-to-law-firm-interviews-monday-article-series.3286/
  11. Jacob Miller

    CRD V

    Just to supplement my above, I find Investopedia's breakdown of the background to the issues and Basel 3 more generally quite good...
  12. Jacob Miller

    CRD V

    Everything Dan has said is spot on: One of the major risks identified after the GFC was the fact that banks and institutions had almost non-existent corporate governance, were severely undercapitalised and horrifically overexposed to risky markets. Britain also saw a run in the banks (e.g...
  13. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Don't know much about litigation, but HFW recently advised on a major green loan which I think would be a really interesting discussion as it could highlight the increased focus on green debt and green bonds.
  14. Jacob Miller

    NRF AC Insight & Prep Tips

    Я админ, вы можете написать мне. Это было выполнено через Google Translate, поэтому приносим свои извинения за возможные неточности.
  15. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Unfortunately it wouldn't be the first time I've heard of 'false flag' type online trolling under another person's real name. It's awful, especially considering the repercussions that can arise therefrom. Suffice to say, I'm really happy and proud of how the TCLA community rallied around in...
  16. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I agree with what Naomi has said above. There's no 'magic number' so to speak, above which you're made an offer and below which you aren't considered. Different work experiences also add different value: for example, you could've been an intern in a commercial firm for a month but if you were...
  17. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Not a stupid question at all! I discuss some potential challenges in my latest article, it may help you approach this issue: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/definitive-guide-to-law-firm-interviews-monday-article-series.3286/
  18. Jacob Miller

    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    I know that Travers Smith, Norton Rose, Freshfields, Linklaters, Hogan Lovells, HSF, Slaughters and I think Clifford Chance all use BPP. BPP is arguably the 'bigger' provider in terms of City firms imo
  19. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    You might find my article on case studies helpful: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/definitive-guide-to-law-firm-case-studies-monday-article-series.3232/
  20. Jacob Miller

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I can't say I've heard this aside from the Winter VS which I believe is rolling. I applied for summer so this didn't affect me.

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