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    Watson Glaser Pass Mark

    How did you practice to get so high ...
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    Free TCLA memberships

    Thank you @yanerlim !!
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    Winter Vacation Scheme 2018 Thread

    I thought Hogan Lovells opened last week ???
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    CMS application

    What did you say about the skills in the future part? Because the question in essence in my opinion isn’t asking about your normal core skills, it’s about lawyers becoming digitally accustomed to the changes Would love to hear your approach on this question @Ahmed858
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    Which law firms are open for applications? 2018-19

    AJ m Thats what DLA want this year as well. A news story and why it interests you
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    Sector Foucs ? or Market leading capability?

    I see so many firms saying one of their biggest strength is their sector focus? I am just confused what is the difference between Sector Focus and Market leading capability? Can anyone explain in some detail, please? I understand the generic meaning of what sector focus means but I'm finding...
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    CVs

    Thanks Jaysen, this is so helpful.
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    An introduction to law firms

    I was referring to the outline that Nicole said that you might be covering
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    An introduction to law firms

    @Jaysen - is this post still on your agenda?
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    Why not Investment Banker or a Business Consultant?

    This is exactly what I was looking for THANK YOU !!!! You are awesome.
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    Why not Investment Banker or a Business Consultant?

    This is how I also thought why being a lawyer differs from everything - Because we are using the law - black letter law - interpreting it in different manners to ensure businesses meet their objectives Good to see that I was on the same lines. But this sounds too easy.
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    Why not Investment Banker or a Business Consultant?

    Hey guys, This is perhaps a very common question yet it is so difficult. I was wondering if perhaps anybody can share their insights as to how to tackle this question?
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    Need advice: GDL - worth the investment?

    You go girl !! Brilliant reply.
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    Grades

    I totally agree. If you apply to a place like MC/US firms, chances are they will reject you. However, if you are extremely dedicated FreshFields runs on no a-level requirement and Herbet Smith Freehils also recently scrapped their a-level requirement. So your best chances lie with those two...
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    SJT.

    Thank you so much Jaysen !!
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    SJT.

    Hey Jaysen, I have always struggled with situational judgement questions. Not too long ago I was faced with heaps of these questions in the interview and due to my inability, I lost out on a prestigious vac scheme despite all my hard work. I was wondering how does one apparoach these questions...
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    UK vs US - The fundamental differences in firms

    https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/magic-circle-v-us-law-firms.15/
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    If I may add something quickly - Some firms have a policy not to re-interview applicants such...

    If I may add something quickly - Some firms have a policy not to re-interview applicants such as Jones Day and Linklaters. However, many other big firms such NRF are very open to applicants re-applying, and it is a big plus because you have already developed a nuanced view of that firm which...
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    Dress code

    A small story One of my close friends went to an event they had stated please wear smart causal. He decided to turn up in Chinos and a formal shirt when he reached there, everyone was in a suit he was the only one standing out all FOR THE WRONG reasons With a black/dark blue suit you can’t go...
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    Dress code

    Always business attire ..this usually means a suit. Hope it helps.

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