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Why law? Why BCLP? What’s the difference between transactional and contentious work? (The standard questions). Looking back, I failed to connect my answers to the firm properly, so ensure you have robust answers.
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Trainee Solicitor

Interviewed at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner

3.7
Jul 20, 2023

Why law? Why BCLP? What’s the difference between transactional and contentious work? (The standard questions). Looking back, I failed to connect my answers to the firm properly, so ensure you have robust answers.

Why the firm Why law What is an NDA? (then discuss the major clauses and what are their purposes) Tell me about a commercial issue that interests you The partner will then drill you on the commercial issue you talked about. If you talk about a deal, be prepared and know it inside out. Whatever you say you must be able to explain it.
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Interviewed at Sidley Austin

4.1
Oct 20, 2016

Why the firm Why law What is an NDA? (then discuss the major clauses and what are their purposes) Tell me about a commercial issue that interests you The partner will then drill you on the commercial issue you talked about. If you talk about a deal, be prepared and know it inside out. Whatever you say you must be able to explain it.

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