Join the 8-week BigLaw Academy

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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:

£700

Limited Time Offer Only

£499

4-Week Fast Track:

£299

Limited Time Offer Only

£249

Course Outline

1. Build an International & Diverse Profile from Day 1

✅ Learn how to build an international & diverse CV that appeals to recruiters.

✅ Discover 3 unorthodox ways to get diverse experiences without connections.

✅ Learn how to tell a convincing story in your applications.

2. How to Punch Above Your GPA & Discover Your USPs

✅ Learn how to level up your CV.

✅ Discover extra-curricular activities and unlock achievements to create your Unique Selling Points.

✅ Learn how to turn your achievements into ”a wow factor” that impresses recruiters.

✅ Discover note-taking and exam techniques to get the highest mark possible (e.g. New York bar, SQE, law school exams).

3. Build Your Personalised Application Strategy

✅ Create an individualised application strategy for you.

✅ Learn how to tailor your application to each firm.

✅ Discover a list of law firms you should prioritise applying to.

✅ Learn the application strategy for both Direct TC and VS applications.

4. My Four Steps Approach to Cover Letter Writing

✅ Avoid the biggest mistake in preparing your cover letter.

✅ Learn the four steps approach to writing a killer cover letter.

✅ See examples of a high-quality cover letter.

✅ Learn how to structure each paragraph.

5. How to Prepare Multiple High-quality Applications

✅ Learn how to stand out from the crowd.

✅ Navigate each section of an application form.

✅ Discover the best answers to the most commonly asked application questions.

✅ Learn how to craft multiple high-quality applications.

6. How to Write an Impressive CV & Pass the First Stages of Assessment

✅ Learn how to craft an impressive CV that grabs recruiters' attention, including timeless tips and best practices.

✅ Navigate online tests and video interviews like a pro.

✅ Discover the best style of answers for video interviews.

7. Ace the Assessment Centre & Final Interviews

✅ Navigate case study, group exercises, partner & associate interviews like a pro..

✅ Learn how to build good rapport and leave a lasting impression on interviewers.

✅ Discover the best answers for the most pressing interview questions.

8. Map Out Your Future Legal Careers and Options

✅ Get clear on your future career goals.

✅ How to dual-qaulify in multiple jurisdictions (e.g. New York).

✅ Discover career paths you never knew existed.

✅ Make a plan for where you’re going in your career and how to achieve it.

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What is included in the 8-week programme:

💻 8 weekly 1:1 tailored-made calls (8+ hours of coaching with Gordon and materials teaching you everything you must know to land a BigLaw offer)

📚 Bonus Application Cheatsheets that help you set achievable goals.

🤝 Chat support from Gordon

🔑 Access to all the course materials, slide decks and templates (450+ pages in total)

Bonus inclusions:

🗣️ Include in-depth Application Review and Mock interview

👨‍👨‍👦‍👦 Access to a private group only for the alumni of BigLaw Academy

💻 Ad-hoc catch-up calls with Gordon post programme to monitor your application progress

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What is included in the 4-week programme:

💻 4 weekly 1:1 tailored-made calls (4+ hours of coaching with Gordon, focusing heavily on helping you nail the post-application stages and interviews)

📚 Bonus Application Cheatsheets that help you set achievable goals.

🤝 Chat support from Gordon

🔑Access to most of the key course materials, slide decks and templates from the 8-week course (250+ pages in total)

Bonus inclusions:

🗣️ Include in-depth Application Review and Mock interview

👨‍👨‍👦‍👦 Access to a private group only for the alumni of BigLaw Academy

💻 Ad-hoc catch-up calls with Gordon post programme to monitor your application progress

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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!). I will start as your coach and stay as your mentor.

  • 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.

  • The application for BigLaw Academy is generally open all year round. However, it may be closed occasionally when places are filled up.

    Also, 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.

  • 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 changer, I can help you tell a convincing story and pitch your experiences to recruiters at big law firms and corporations.

  • 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.

  • Absolutely. Many 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Yes. In fact, many of the same considerations regarding training contract applications also apply when applying for a solicitor apprenticeship (e.g. the application questions they typically ask, the use of online tests, video interviews and assessment centre). I will also adapt the course materials to your unique needs and help you pitch your experience to graduaate recruitment in order to secure your solicitor apprenticeship offer.

  • Yes. We offer instalment payment plans on the BigLaw Academy. To pay in instalments, select your payment preference in the application form.

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