Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi everyone,

If you have any questions you would like to ask ahead of our vacation scheme deadline on Sunday, I'll be checking this forum all this week, so feel free to ask and I'll reply.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[futuretraineecity]

Hi everyone,

If you have any questions you would like to ask ahead of our vacation scheme deadline on Sunday, I'll be checking this forum all this week, so feel free to ask and I'll reply.

Thanks,

Paul

Hi Paul, thanks for this.

I just have a query regarding the application question “Please use this space to explain your interest in pursuing a legal career at a city law firm, and your interest in Shearman & Sterling.” Since city is mentioned specifically, should there be some reference to pursuing law in the city versus just pursuing commercial law more generally?

Thanks.

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi Paul, thanks for this.

I just have a query regarding the application question “Please use this space to explain your interest in pursuing a legal career at a city law firm, and your interest in Shearman & Sterling.” Since city is mentioned specifically, should there be some reference to pursuing law in the city versus just pursuing commercial law more generally?

Thanks.

Hi @ek125712

Thanks for the question.

The question on the application form is simply referring to commercial law.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[futuretraineecity]

Hi @ek125712

Thanks for the question.

The question on the application form is simply referring to commercial law.

Thanks,

Paul

That’s great, thank you for your response!

 

[jfkt1205]

Hi,

A bit late here, but I was wondering whether it is ok to select 'Yes' for both the Summer and Spring Vacation Schemes?

Thanks

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi,

A bit late here, but I was wondering whether it is ok to select 'Yes' for both the Summer and Spring Vacation Schemes?

Thanks

Hi @jfkt1205

When it comes to applying for vacation schemes, you'll need to choose between a Spring scheme or a Summer scheme.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[jfkt1205]

Hi @jfkt1205

When it comes to applying for vacation schemes, you'll need to choose between a Spring scheme or a Summer scheme.

Thanks,

Paul

Brilliant - Cheers, Paul.

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hello everyone,

I know the SQE is a topic on the minds of many TC applicants at the moment. We have now finalised our plans at Shearman, and you can learn more here:



Thanks,

Paul

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi everyone,

We have a number of events taking place in our London in the next few weeks. After 2 years of Zoom, it feels good to be running events in person again!

The application deadlines are approaching for a few of these. Details below:

Being LGBTQ+ in Law conference - 5 May 6-8pm (deadline Sunday 10 April)
Open Day - for state school educated students - 27 April, 1-6pm (deadline Sunday 10 April)
Head Start - for 1st year students - 4 May 1-6pm (deadline Sunday 24 April)

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[ashleigh22]

Hi Paul,

First of all, thank you very much for organising the variety of events for us to learn more about Shearman & Sterling.

I am grateful to have been offered a place at the Open Day for state school educated students. As I will be making my way back to Birmingham in the evening, I would be grateful if you could please advise on how long an Open Day typically lasts, and whether there is any travel/financial assistance available for the Open Day?

Thank you very much for your time.

Kind regards,
Ashleigh

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi Paul,

First of all, thank you very much for organising the variety of events for us to learn more about Shearman & Sterling.

I am grateful to have been offered a place at the Open Day for state school educated students. As I will be making my way back to Birmingham in the evening, I would be grateful if you could please advise on how long an Open Day typically lasts, and whether there is any travel/financial assistance available for the Open Day?

Thank you very much for your time.

Kind regards,
Ashleigh

Hi @ashleigh.c

The open day will end around 6.30pm. We will reimburse travel expenses up to £50.

See you on Wednesday,

Paul

 

[ashleigh22]

Hi @ashleigh.c

The open day will end around 6.30pm. We will reimburse travel expenses up to £50.

See you on Wednesday,

Paul

Hi Paul,

Thank you very much for your reply.

I look forward to meeting you and learning more about Shearman & Sterling at the Open Day.

Kind regards,
Ashleigh

 

[SarahB3]

Hi Paul,

May I ask what the ratio or percentage is, of graduates the firm hire compared to students at Sherman & Sterling?

Do you advise on whether I apply for the VS or direct TC?

 

[Melvin Ng]

Hi Paul, I have a few questions regarding the vac scheme application

1. As my current visa would allow me to participate in the firm's vacation scheme but will require visa sponsorship if offered a training contract, does that mean I do not have permission to work in the UK?

2. I currently do not have permission to work in the US. Would that put me at any disadvantage in comparison to those who have a working visa in the US?

Thank you.

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi Paul,

May I ask what the ratio or percentage is, of graduates the firm hire compared to students at Sherman & Sterling?

Do you advise on whether I apply for the VS or direct TC?

Hi @SarahB3

Thanks for the question. It varies each year. Recruitment decisions are not based on whether an applicant is a current student or a graduate, so it's not something you need to overthink.

I'm happy to receive applications from students and graduates alike.

Regarding VS or direct TC, we recruit exclusively via Vacation Schemes.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi Paul, I have a few questions regarding the vac scheme application

1. As my current visa would allow me to participate in the firm's vacation scheme but will require visa sponsorship if offered a training contract, does that mean I do not have permission to work in the UK?

2. I currently do not have permission to work in the US. Would that put me at any disadvantage in comparison to those who have a working visa in the US?

Thank you.

Hi @Melvin,

To quickly answer your question:

1. Yes, if you require a VISA to complete a Training Contract you should indicate that you do not have permission to work in the UK. This won't put you at a disadvantage - it just lets us know you will need a VISA.

2. No, this won't put you at a disadvantage.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[F12M34L]

Hi Paul - a quick question.

How many students are there on the Spring VS? Also, will the interviews for Spring VS be concluded by mid-Feb?

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi Paul - a quick question.

How many students are there on the Spring VS? Also, will the interviews for Spring VS be concluded by mid-Feb?

Hi @fabia123

We run two Spring Vacation Schemes. Each scheme has 10 people on it.

It takes quite a while to interview, but we are hoping to be concluded in February.

Thanks,

Paul

 

[bjames02]

Hi Paul, hope you are well.

Will Shearman & Sterling be running a Winter Vacation Scheme this year?

Thanks, Ben

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Hi Paul, hope you are well.

Will Shearman & Sterling be running a Winter Vacation Scheme this year?

Thanks, Ben

Hi @bjames02

No Winter Vacation Scheme this year, but we are running Spring and Summer Vacation Schemes.

Applications will open on 1st September.

Thanks,

Paul