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  1. LegalNim

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Mine updated today and I got a rejection email. So, my guess (which is just a guess) is that if you don't get a rejection email by the end of today you'll be invited to interview.
  2. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    PFO from Freshfields post-WG. Devastating but not unexpected.
  3. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I'd just like to say that I really LOVE on here how diverse thought and opinions are - it really inspires me that we're entering into a really, incredibly varied career. LOVE LOVE LOVE IT.
  4. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I see what you're saying but I'd never say that I'm taking on everything or stretching myself too thin - just that time should always be filled with something.
  5. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I said no when asked this question. I'm ambitious - if I've achieved everything that I want to achieve then I've set my expectations too low. There's always more to do - always. I assume it's a "there's no right answer" question here but, from my perspective, if you're always completing your...
  6. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    When people say they hear back over the phone - is that just for final TC offers? I've only ever had emails for VS offers. If I'm rejected at the final TC stage, should I be expecting a phone call or an email? Or is this something that completely varies between firms?
  7. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I don't mean to be rude (in any way at all ever) but throughout my time at school and university I never went on a free trip anywhere - everything had a price. I'm now a teacher and none of the trips are free. The schools have a pupil premium fund for the very poorest students to attend things...
  8. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I wouldn't - at least not yet. I've only chased up twice with one firm and it was where they said I'd hear "by the end of the month" and I emailed towards the end of the following month. I did get to the next stage so I don't think me chasing up put them off me but they told you a month ago it...
  9. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I completely agree on the money front. I come from a low-income background and the only country I travelled to growing up was the one my family are from. I've had a job since I was 13, worked full-time during school and university etc. When I became an adult and was no longer responsible for...
  10. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I'm guessing everyone is still waiting to hear back from TLT post-AC for London Direct TC? (ACs were on Feb 25/26 to my knowledge)
  11. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I did my Masters conversion (basically the same as the GDL but with a master's dissertation) whilst working full time and with a child at home full time too - I averaged above 80% overall. It completely depends on your situation though. I don't think I had a single social interaction (helped by...
  12. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Is this blanket for all contact or just for feedback? I routinely contact my interviewers afterwards to thank them.
  13. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    If I'm supposed to hear back "by mid-March", when should I expect to hear back? (Hopefully not July hahaha)
  14. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Anything with "wang" wins in my opinion.
  15. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    They might not notice. I called Freshfields "Fieldfisher" in my application and got through to the WG. Also, their name is silly anyway - it's always one of my go-to ridiculous law firm names to bring up in general conversation (along with Foot Antsy, Skadden Arps Slate Meagher and Flom (full...
  16. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I think this is a great example and one that I've used in an interview where I was successful. I went from 50kg to 80kg after an injury meant I had to stop playing my sport - I then lost 30kg to get back to my comfortable weight and ran a marathon. Losing weight - changing your eating habits...
  17. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Did it on Jan 23rd - heard nothing.
  18. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Me too! And I've never applied to them. They kept emailing me encouraging me to apply and I don't know how they even got my details. Super confused.
  19. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Long story very short: they were representing News International during the phone hacking scandal and apparently advised News International to hack the phones of opposing counsel.
  20. LegalNim

    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I did the Farrer AC last year for Summer vacation scheme. My advice is fairly mixed. - The written assessment will almost certainly entail an ethical dilemma somewhere in there given some issues the firm have had in the past. Be VERY firm with your integrity and don't sugar coat it. - They say...

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