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  1. student110

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything! (2025/26)

    Morning! I have a quick question for the recruitment team - are you still using an SJT as part of the application process? I submitted an application for the Winter VS recently and am yet to receive one.
  2. student110

    Firms that are harsher with grade requirements - list

    I think it would be helpful if we compile a list of firms that are more stringent with grade requirements. In my case, I have quite an inconsistent grade profile, so am uncertain as to which firms I should realistically apply to! I'll start the list, and would really appreciate if anyone can...
  3. student110

    Grade Uncertainty

    Hi TCLA! I am facing uncertainty about where it is worth applying to certain firms given inconsistency in my grade profile. I am aware that firms like HSF want a 2:1 in every module. I know Slaughters look for a high 2:1, but I am unsure whether that requirement pertains to the average or...
  4. student110

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Any Paul, Weiss updates? For context, applied summer only and haven't heard anything since SJT :(
  5. student110

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Still waiting post SJT on Paul, Weiss for Summer VS only. Any thoughts?
  6. student110

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Those with Paul, Weiss interviews, what did you get on the Amberjack SJT?
  7. student110

    First year grade issue

    But wouldn’t grad rec be immediately put off when they see a 48 regardless of the average being a 2:1?
  8. student110

    First year grade issue

    Hi wanted to hear opinions on first year grades (RG uni) for VS applications... Contract: 67 Public (Part 1): 63 Public (Part 2): 60 Tort: 58 Our uni's law intro module: 73 Crim: 48 Av is 62 but v concerned about crim and tort (no ext. circumstances). Is there any point applying for VS in...

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