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Looking for Application Answers - £5 Amazon Gift Card

Hey Jaysen, I've got a bunch for I can send over for the following: Why this firm? Why commercial law? Tell us about your extra-curricular activities/positions of responsibility etc. Tell us about a news story that interests you and why (or similar variation)?
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #3
- Oct 29, 2020
- Forum: Applications Discussion
White & Case Vacation Scheme Application Question

When I applied last year I used this section to highlight both the range of events I attended and what I had learnt from each event, such as understanding the role of a commercial lawyer, the firm or more general commercial awareness etc.
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #2
- Oct 6, 2020
- Forum: Applications Discussion
Travers Smith Application Struggles

Just spoke to Grad Rec - there is now only space on the last scheme. Unsure about numbers etc, but a good indicator.
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #31
- Mar 2, 2020
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
Travers Smith Application Struggles

I got an offer this morning, so assume there is still places!
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #27
- Mar 2, 2020
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
Covington Application

I'm also in the process of writing my Covington application. I was wondering whether anyone had any thoughts re. the question 'What key attributes do you believe are necessary to become a successful lawyer?'. Is is necessary to simply list various attributes it is necessary for successful...
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #3
- Jan 4, 2020
- Forum: Applications Discussion
Mayer Brown Tests

I believe the online test is Stage 2 in the application process for Mayer Brown, so your appication has to be progressed by Grad Rec. It took me 18 days to hear back from mine.
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #5
- Dec 28, 2019
- Forum: Applications Discussion
Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

Has anyone heard back from Mishcon De Reya after VI?
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #1,032
- Dec 15, 2019
- Forum: Applications Discussion
Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

I did the VI and tests on the 16th (so rather late).
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #787
- Nov 22, 2019
- Forum: Applications Discussion
Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

Has anyone heard back from Simmons post-VI and tests (for the winter scheme)?
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #784
- Nov 22, 2019
- Forum: Applications Discussion
Travers Smith Interview

I have a friend who applied for a TC at the end of July and has received a few emails from grad rec stating that they are still considering applications, including one a few weeks back. Is anyone else in a similar position and still not heard back re. the last application cycle?
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #92
- Nov 15, 2019
- Forum: Interviews Discussion
How to avoid overlap in Ashurst question?

Does anyone have any advice on how to approach the "why us?" part of Ashurst covering letter? As the application also asks "How is Ashurst different to the other firms you have applied to? (250 words max)*" , which seems to overlap.
- Oliver Gilliland
- Thread
- Oct 1, 2019
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Applications Discussion
help! Paralegal - can i take time off for vac schemes / assessment days?!?

Depends very much on the firm. I was able to take the time off for mine but was on a much shorter contract. Ultimatley your Vac Scheme should be prioritised over your paralegal role and I'm sure most companies will appreciate that.
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #3
- May 2, 2019
- Forum: General Discussion
Macfarlanes Vacation Scheme Application Form

They took about a month to reply to me and I applied super early so I wouldnt worry too much! Pretty sure they have ACs running all through feb too
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #21
- Jan 17, 2019
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
Insight Into Dentons Telephone Interview

Does anybody have any insight into the structure of the telephone int? What to expect etc?
- Oliver Gilliland
- Thread
- Jan 16, 2019
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Interviews Discussion
Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

After 2 failed cycles finally got my first vac at Macfarlanes! (got called today from last thursdays AC). Thanks to everyone who's been posting on here has been a massive help in the app cycle
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #731
- Jan 15, 2019
- Forum: Applications Discussion
Grammarly for applications?

In all honesty doesnt make a HUGE difference. But it does occasionally make a few extra useful suggestions.
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #2
- Jan 8, 2019
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
Any advice on how to prep for written exercises?

I couldn't find any mock written exercises on assessmentday.com as I imagine they are quite firm specific, but wondered if anyone had any general advice?
- Oliver Gilliland
- Thread
- Jan 2, 2019
- Replies: 2
- Forum: Interviews Discussion
Free TCLA memberships

Thank you!
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #51
- Dec 22, 2018
- Forum: General Discussion
Simmons & Simmons Application

Thank you ! I imagine they just haven't updated their website or something then
- Oliver Gilliland
- Post #3
- Dec 21, 2018
- Forum: Applications Discussion
Simmons & Simmons Application

I am a little confused about this application. The website clearly states "We’ll ask you about your academics, work experience, interests and activities as well as your motivation for applying to us." However, when I go onto the summer vac scheme app the only sections I can find are work...
- Oliver Gilliland
- Thread
- Dec 21, 2018
- Replies: 9
- Forum: Applications Discussion

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