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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    Only my university's career services but I don't think they are experts in this area. I am planning on applying for the post-study visa and then switch to the Tier 5 after that expires. I've only consulted the online resources and couldn't find any explicit restrictions surrounding this area...
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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    Hello Jessica, sorry to interrupt the conversation but I have a question regarding this point. In theory, I am able to complete a TC without a sponsor as I am from Hong Kong and am eligible for the Tier 5 YM Visa. This combined with the post-study visa would allow me to work in the UK for around...
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    Help with our A-Z of Bookmarks and TCLA content

    I only have 2 bookmarks and both of them are for Freshfields. (Thank you Alice :) ) Freshfields Application tips. Case study.
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica. What does the 'non-rolling' method mean exactly? Will the applications still be viewed as they come in but no offers will be given, or will the firms only view all the applications once the deadline closes? Additionally, are there any benefits to applying early for firms that...
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    How to chose which firms to apply to?

    Hello. Should one talk about the 'culture' if there are many other reasons for applying to the firm? I participated in a firm's first-year insight scheme and was really impressed by their 'culture', or at least the impression of the culture. However, I am also really impressed by: -The...
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    Three Free Application Reviews!!!

    Yes please!
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    When asked to bullet point extra curriculars and positions of responsibility in 100 words, is it best to only mention 2-3 in detail or list more but in less detail?
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica, I hope you are doing well. If an application form does not ask about extra curriculars, would it be okay for me to put some in the work experience section? I dedicated a significant chunk of my time to them and they have helped me to develop many transferrable skills. I am also...
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    Allen & Overy "Introduce a new law" question for VS application

    Hi guys. I might be overcomplicating things but the terms 'introduce' and 'new' are throwing me off. I currently want to discuss an area of law that is very incoherent and impractical which forms the basis of my new proposed law. However, whilst it is new in the sense that it is different to...
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    Crowell & Moring Training Contract

    https://www.crowelltrainees.co.uk/webinars/ They actually have another event today which you can still register for to ask (I did an hour ago and they got back to me within a few minutes so I assume it's not too late).
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica. Do you have any advice for people who’s had poor first year grades but was hoping to use this year to ‘redeem’ themselves? Do you think putting where we placed within the cohort would help? (E.g: top 1-3%). Or if applicable, emphasis that the grades were not based on the no...
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    Clifford Chance TC

    So this is basically a way to reduce application numbers? However, are there not better ways to reduce application numbers rather than prioritising these 2 target groups and excluding so many other candidates? Wouldn't it make more sense to differentiate them through their academic ability or...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Sorry to interject but here are the screenshots. The first one is under the job description. The second screen shot is one of the application questions when you apply.
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    Clifford Chance TC

    I just saw the same thing and was equally baffled and disappointed. On the application form, they explicitly mentions that: "Please note, if you are planning to submit an application but do not fall into one of the above groups, we do not encourage you to apply this year" From this, I assume...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Based on your experience, would you say the new post-graduate study visa would be useful for vac schemes/temp paralegal roles rather than completing a TC and actually qualifying? Now I’m thinking about using the new visa to maybe gain more work experience and convert to a Tier 2 if I get a TC...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    TC offer in 2021 with a 2023 start. I just looked at the new system. Am I correct in assuming that the new system means there is no longer an advantage to switching from a Tier 4 to a Tier 2? Therefore I will be able to apply in my home country after my Tier 4 visa expires? Thank you :)
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica. If I secure a TC in July/August/Sept 2021 but my Tier 4 expires in October 2021, will firms be able to sponsor me/exempt me from the labour market test? I assume I will start the LPC or SQE courses on a renewed Tier 4 visa and then make the switch to Tier 2? Secondly, is it...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jessica. Would law firms get concerned if my dissertation or optional modules are not related to commercial law? I chose philosophy/family law focused optional modules purely because I felt like I would get higher grades in them. Do you think law firms might question my motivation? If they...
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    Virtual Opportunities With Law Firms - Updated List!

    Thanks Jessica - I've now changed it. Would it be okay to put this experience under work experience on an application form? If not, where is the most appropriate place to put them?
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Hello. Can I just confirm that Clifford Chance, Freshfields and Slaughter and May only accept penultimate year law students for their vacation schemes? Therefore final year law students can only apply for a direct TC at those firms?

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