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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I'm not entirely sure but I think it's to do with formatting? PDF files tend to be more consistent, that's why I convert my CV into a pdf so I know it'll be the same no matter what computer it's opened on
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    I think if you link it to law firms as a business (i.e. how will the Big 4's reputational damage help attract business to law firms) it is a good idea, especially if you link the answer to current scandals we're seeing in the news- can I ask what the question actually is?
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    Hiya, are you planning to link the Big 4's reputational scandals to the impact this has on law firms as businesses?
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    Hiya- the Weil VI is quite straightforward in terms of questions- I would say just prepare the typical motivational, commercial and competency questions i.e. why the firm/ why law etc
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    Oooh, thank you for letting me know! This is so useful!
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    Oooh, okay thank you Jessica I didn't know this before!
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    Yes, it's normally only after the firm have made you an offer as it would be quite tedious for a firm to contact every referee of every person that applies!
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    Guys is it worth emailing MB given I did my tests on 29th December and still haven't heard back? I've heard they haven't really replied to emails either
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    I personally have/ would just because I think it's always good to show results- it quantifies the achievement for your interviewer and also means your answers have a good structure!
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    So the two examples I use for this are volunteering and netball- I used an example where I/ my teammate was injured during a game (unfortunately both of these situations have occurred!), I agree with @Celestie, the most important thing is to emphasises the action in the STAR structure. I also...
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    I did try and mention as many as possible but in a natural way and I was advanced to the AC
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    Bakers are semi rolling so they won't get back after VI until all candidates have completed the VI- they will email all of you about AC outcomes on the same day
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    Have you asked the firms you've done ACs at for feedback? Because I felt the advice I was given was really helpful for me to improve from?
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    I applied for Weil before Christmas, took me two weeks to hear about the next stage but I think they're also busy with spring vac scheme so may take longer! I don't think it's wrong to email but I also don't think it's uncommon for firms to take about a month for initial app review either!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I think they've ran all their ACs for spring but still putting people through the app process for summer
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    I haven't done Dechert personally but what I've always been told is that written exercises tend to be time pressured and test your time management as much as anything else so keep an eye on the time! I would also say keep in mind who the written exercise is addressed to- if it's a lawyer you can...
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    Do you mind asking what firm this is for? Because written exercises can differ quite a lot depending on the firm
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    Are you waiting for Spring or Summer?
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    This was for spring!
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    Okay, thank you! Will call them now!

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