Join the 8-Week BigLaw Academy
I went from being a first-year law student from Hong Kong with poor grades and no connections in the legal industry, to being a Cambridge-educated, dual US/UK qualified lawyer working at one of biggest international law firms in the City of London.
I’ve built a structured approach to landing BigLaw offers in London, which can help you nail each single part of the job hunting process, ranging from building a diverse CV from Day 1 and devising a tailored application strategy, to drafting high-quality cover letters/applications and nailing the assessment and interview stages with my bullet-proof techniques. The BigLaw Academy is my most comprehensive job hunting system, giving you a blueprint to the training contract application process.
The 8-week programme is for those who are less experienced with the training contract application process in the UK, whereas the 4-week fast tracked programme is designed to bring you up to speed with the application and interview process ASAP.
Don’t ignore the magical power of asking for help, you never know what will come out of it. This could be your first step to success!
(*Application is required, as places are limited)
A BigLaw Offer completely changed my life
8-Week Programme:
£650
4-Week Fast Track:
£320
Course Outline
1. Build an International & Diverse Profile From Day 1
✅ Learn how to build an international & diverse CV that appeals to recruiters.
✅ Learn how to craft your unique story.
✅ Discover the unorthodox ways to get diverse experiences.
2. How to Punch Above Your Grades & Discover Your USPs
✅ Learn how to improve your CV.
✅ Discover extra-curricular activities and unlock achievements to create your USPs.
✅ Learn how to turn your achievements into ”a wow factor” that impresses recruiters.
3. Build Your Personalised Application Strategy
✅ Learn how to tailor your law firm applications.
✅ Learn which firms you should target to improve your chance of success.
✅ Learn the application strategies for both Direct TC and VS applications.
4. Learn the Four-Step Approach to Cover Letter Writing
✅ Avoid the biggest mistake in preparing your cover letter.
✅ Learn my 4-step approach to writing a killer cover letter.
✅ See examples of high-quality cover letters & CVs.
5. How to Prepare Multiple High-Quality Applications
✅ Master the skills of writing high-quality applications.
✅ Discover the best answering techniques to key application questions.
✅ See examples of high-quality application answers.
6. How to Pass the First Stage of Assessments
✅ Ace online tests and video interviews like a pro.
✅ Learn the best responses to different situational judgment questions.
✅ Learn the most effective techniques for tackling video interviews.
7. How to Nail the Assessment Centres
✅ Learn the best analytical frameworks for case studies and written exercises.
✅ Learn the top eight techniques for group exercises.
✅ See examples of mock case studies.
8. How to Stand Out in Final Interviews
✅ Learn how to build good rapport and leave a lasting impression on recruiters.
✅ Learn how to tell your story at interviews.
✅ Master the answering strategies and techniques for the most pressing interview questions.
What’s included in the 8-Week Programme:
💻 8 weekly tailored-made calls (8+ hours of 1:1 coaching with Gordon)
🔑 Access to 450+ pages of course materials, slide decks, templates, cheatsheets and more.
📚 Tutorial Workbooks that help you achieve your goals.
🤝 Chat support from Gordon
Bonus Inclusions:
✍️ Application Review and Mock Interview
👨👨👦👦 Access to a private group only for the alumni of the BigLaw Academy
📞 Ad-hoc catch-up calls with Gordon post programme to monitor your application progress
What’s included in the 4-Week Programme:
💻 4 weekly tailored-made calls (4+ hours of 1:1 coaching with Gordon), focusing primarily on post-application assessments, assessment centres and interviews.
🔑 Access to 250+ pages of course materials, slide decks, templates, cheatsheets and more.
📚 Tutorial Workbooks that help you achieve your goals.
🤝 Chat support from Gordon
Bonus Inclusions:
✍️ Application Review and Mock Interview
👨👨👦👦 Access to a private group only for the alumni of the BigLaw Academy
📞 Ad-hoc catch-up calls with Gordon post programme to monitor your application progress
Real Stories, Real Results.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Depending on whether you have enrolled into the 8-week or 4-week programme, I have prepared a comprehensive set of materials (e.g. slide decks, additional guides and master cheatsheets) for each week’s coaching session. Depending on your CV and application experience, I will tailor each session to your unique needs and areas of weakness.
After the programme, I will continue to have ad-hoc coaching calls with you on an as-needed basis to monitor your application process. I will also offer ad-hoc application reviews and interview support to all the alumni of BigLaw Academy (until one day, either you secure your dream job, or you tell me you don’t want to get that job anymore!)
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The application for BigLaw Academy is genreally open all year round.
Yet, given the demand for this programme and that the coaching is solely delivered by me, I cannot guarantee an immediate start and you are highly encouraged to apply at least a month in advance of your intended start date to avoid disappointment.
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No, the earlier you start learning how to improve your CV and understand the application process the better. In fact, the 8-week programme is perfect for students who are currently in law school or those who want to take their job applications more seriously but don’t know where to start (regardless of what stage of the journey you’re at).
Since the introduction of the BigLaw Academy, we have been coaching a wide range of people from those who are in the first year of their law school to paralegals and career changers wishing to get a training contract at big law firms.
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The 8-week programme is more for those who want to learn how to build a great legal profile, how to present themselves as an all-rounded candidate in an application and who are more new to the application/interview process.
On the other hand, the 4-week fast track programme is best suited for those who already have decent work and application experience, so they can just learn all the application and interview techniques to get their dream job.
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Yes. I work with candidates from all backgrounds and stages of their career. Whether you’re a domestic or international applicant, mature candidate or career chnager, I can help you tell a convincing story and pitch your experiences to recruiters at big law firms and corporations.
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Absolutely. Law graduates and paralegals have also joined the 8-week BigLaw Academy. The 8-week course is perfect for you to understand where your CV stands among your peers, what steps you can take right now, how to get past the application stage, secure interviews and get closer to your dream job.
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Yes. We offer a 4-week fast tracked BigLaw Academy programme to those who have some experience in writing applications, but still haven’t managed to get an offer. The 4-week course focuses exclusively on helping you write a killer cover letter, draft a number of high-quality applications, as well as prepare for online tests, video interviews and assessment centres.
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Yes. Our coaching programme is quite different from other services. I have created a structured system that aims at equipping you with all the knowledge and skills you need to build an all-rounded CV, pitch your past experiences and curate your own story in a way that appeals to recruiters and law firms.
This programme is more than just getting a training contract and will help you develop the right mindset, CV and interview skills to build a truly international legal career.
"When you really want something, all the universe conspires in helping you achieve it."
— “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho