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Prop size Pitch v Diameter
Can anyone answer what the differences are between a prop with large diameter/small pitch and one with small dia/large pitch assuming the theoretical volume of air moved in one revolution is the same?
That's the point. The pitch differentiates the amount of forward movement the prop will create with one revolution. Hence lower pitch props are setup for thrust and higher pitch props are setup for speed.
I believe diameter contributes to an overall larger mass to turn creating even greater thrust/speed for a given pitch at the expense of higher amp draw. I believe someone said here that alot of the power generated from the prop was from the tips.
large diameter & small pitch = more torque like a low gear in a car.
small diameter & large pitch = more speed like a high gear in a car.
It is difficult to go 80 in first gear, but riding over hills and through dirt at slow speeds is no problem, so large diameter & small pitch is better suited to 3D or aerotowing, or hauling more weight at slow speeds, usually in these cases diameter is nearly or more then double the pitch.
It's difficult to go up a hill in 5th gear, but you can cruise at 80 comfortably, so small diameter and large pitch is good for faster airplanes such as pylon racers where the pitch and diameter are nearly the same.
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For props with P/D ratios greater than 0.6, statically, most of the prop is stalled and as a result the Thrust/Watt ratio is less than that of props with P/D ratios less than 0.6.
Props with P/D ratios less than 0.6 are good for slow flying aircraft and hovering.
Props with P/D ratios greater than 0.6 are more suited for higher speeds.
The major difference is:
Thrust is related to the mass of air moving through the prop and the amount of extra speed it is given. (mass x speed = momentum)
Power is related to the mass of air and the *square* of the speed.
This means that if you halve the swept area of a prop and double the pitch (so half as much air is moved twice as fast) the thrust stays the same BUT THE POWER REQUIRED DOUBLES!
However, when the plane is moving, it will have no thrust when it reaches the same speed as the air leaving the prop. So, if you have enough thrust, the smaller prop can go twice as fast.
Also, high pitched props (where the pitch:diameter ratio is more than 1:1.6) will be stalled when stationary, so they won't generate as much thrust and can draw more current than you expect when they are in the air.
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There seems to be an optimal relation between pitch (P) and diameter (D) at a given airspeed and rpm. It can be found in the NACA report 141, which is some dozen years old but is nevertheless still valid.
Helmut Schenk has evaluated this very old report and published some of the results here in Germany. The formula is:
1) (P/D)opt = 0,07 + 1,1*J
J = 60*v/n/D = progression of the prop
v = airspeed [m/s]
n = speed of the prop [rpm]
D = diameter of the prop [m]
(Values are metric!)
There is also a simple way to approximate an airplane's minimum airspeed, if you know the weight and the area of the wing. It applies to most standard wing profiles of motorized aircraft:
2) vmin = 1.26 * square root(L)
vmin = minimum airspeed [m/s]
L = wing load [gr/dm^2]
With formula 1) you can calculate the optimum airspeed for a given drive. With the motor and the prop you choose, you have D, P, and n. Then the optimum airspeed (at which the prop achieves it's best effiency) is
vopt = -0,0151515 * D *n * (0,07 - P / D)
vopt = optimum airspeed [m/s]
D = prop diameter [m]
P = pitch [m]
The optimum airspeed of your drive should be at least one and a half of the minimum airspeed in formula 2).
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For example a 10X8 prop (P/D ratio = 0.8) at Pitch Speed would have an Advance Ratio of 0.8.
Using the formula above would give a maximum efficiency at an AR of 0.73 which the graph below reveals is closer to the point of maximum efficiency.
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Hi Martyn,
As I understand it, efficiency is defined as the ratio between the power delivered by the propeller for propulsion of the airplane and the effective power delivered by the engine to the propeller.
At pitch speed the propeller cannot contribute to the propulsion of the plane. So efficiency is zero.
I have seen the diagram you included in one of the articles written by Helmut Schenk. But it did not contain the lines and remarks in red color and on the lower side (like P/D=0.8, Pitch Speed). This seems to be an interpretation which I do not understand immediately.
Anyway, the diagram itself seems to show the torque coefficient CT, the input power coefficient CPi, and the efficiency of a certain propeller in relation to the progression degree J (= v/(D * n)), which is used in formula 1) too.
As you can see, best efficiency for this propeller (with given pitch) occurres around J = 0.7. So, the pitch/diameter ratio should be about 0.85.
There is no theory behind formula 1) (as far as I know). It was derived from experimental results only. I'm including a diagram from an article Helmut Schenk published in 1991, in which you see the experimental results. Some stem from the NACA report 141; the others are from model prop measurements done by Helmut. Pitch is named H in the diagram. (I should have sticked to that convention in order to avoid confusion with power).
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You're probably correct, but I thought the information that you provided was significant and worthwhile looking at more closely.
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Assuming that:
Prop's absorbed power = thrust x pitch speed
Prop's output power = thrust x airspeed
Prop's efficiency = (thrust x airspeed) / (thrust x pitch speed)
or = airspeed / pitch speed
But since thrust becomes zero when the airspeed reaches the pitch speed, the prop's output power and efficiency become also zero at that point.
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Well, but according to your calculation efficiency would be 1 in that case. So that can't be right.
In fact, you don't get very far with this pitch speed stuff. It may be useful to calculate the airspeed at which you definitivly don't get any more thrust at all, but that's it.
Remember, the prop blades do not cover the whole diameter area. And prop blades do not simply screw their way through the air. They have a profile and behave like wings. So, unfortunately, things are somewhat more complicated. You can get a good impression of the relationship of power consumed by the prop and and the power produced by the prop if you look at the diagram that Martyn posted. The curves are quite typical.
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Prop's efficiency = (thrust x airspeed) / (thrust x pitch speed)
is valid as long as the thrust produced is greater than zero.
When the thrust is zero, the efficiency becomes also zero as the formula suggests.
Since the airspeed only reaches the pitch speed in a dive, the airspeed is always lower than the pitch speed during level flight and climb (as long as the prop produces thrust), which means thrust is > 0.
Also agree with the diagram posted by Martyn, except for the reference to pitch speed, which I think should be coincident with zero thrust speed.
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I was a huge fan of milkshakes growing up (who wasn't?). My all-time favorite ice cream flavor has always been mint chocolate chip, and today, it's my son's favorite as well. I thought of combining these two delicious childhood favorites into one leaner, greener dairy-free drink. The beautiful green color comes from healthy baby spinach. The flavor has the perfect amount of mint, and you can top your milkshake with chocolate chips like I did, or cacao nibs for a bittersweet flavor. This makes 1 large or 2 smaller servings. Recipe and photos contributed by Sophia Zergiotis of Love and Lentils.


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On an alien world, as an enslaved people try to escape their masters, the rebel leader is cut down. Before he dies, he hands over a Key of immense power to a survivor named Kaizaax, who is amazingly transported to a strange and far away temple. There he battles great hordes of monsters and ancient warriors to prove his worth. Having done so, he is confronted by a massive giant of a being from before recorded history, who offers him the power to free his people and defeat his evil masters by fusing with the giant and becoming Genecy!
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A. MMORPG's can and does have less drama.
B. If you are upset with a person or the game you can shut
it off.(or put them on ingnore)
C. You cant get a MMORPG pregnant. (not that I have any
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2 Milwaukee housing projects to get federal tax credits
A proposed development to provide apartments for female military veterans is among two Milwaukee projects that will be financed with federal tax credits.
The Community for Returning Women Soldiers will have 26 units for female vets who are at risk of homelessness, according to a statement issued Monday by the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority.
The authority awarded affordable housing tax credits to the developer, St. Paul, Minn.-based CommonBond Communities Inc. Developers typically sell those credits to raise cash and are required to provide apartments at below-market rents to people earning up to 60% of the area median income.
CommonBond will develop the three-story building at 4900 W. Fond du Lac Ave. That's now the site of the former headquarters of Community Advocates, which will provide social services to the apartment residents.
The project was proposed in December.
There are an estimated 13,100 homeless female veterans nationwide, according to New York-based Service Women's Action Network.
Women veterans are up to four times more likely to be homeless than non-veteran women and male veterans, according to a 2003 study cited by the network and published in the American Journal of Public Health.
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The authority also granted tax credits to Milwaukee-based Maures Development Group LLC and Northbrook, Ill.-based Brinshore Development LLC.
Those firms will use the credits to help finance the purchase and renovation of vacant houses in the city's Harambee neighborhood, creating 35 rental units, according to the authority.
In January, the city agreed to sell houses that were acquired through property tax foreclosures to Maures and Brinshore. The houses that are the subject of the tax credits are between N. Holton St. and I-43, from North Ave. to Capitol Drive.
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Two organizations on Saturday demanded the arrest of former Planning Minister AK Khandker for what they said sedition charge for distorting the Liberation War history in his book, titled '1971: Bhetore, Baire'.
Bangabandhu Foundation and Bangladesh Swadhinata Parishad came up with the demand at their separate demonstrations in front of the National Press Club.
They also demanded the government ban the book and seize its all copies from the market. The book, published by Prothoma Publication, was launched on September 2.
AK Khandker, who was the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Bangladesh Armed Forces during the Liberation War, in his book stated that Bangabandhu concluded his historic March 7 speech saying 'joi Pakistan'.
He also criticized the role of the Awami League leadership during the Liberation War, saying that the political leadership was not ready to lead the war.
Speaking at the human chain of Bangladesh Swadhinata Parishad, Agrani Bank director Balaram Poddar said, "AK Khandker made false statements about the Liberation War in his book as part of a conspiracy."
"He has committed a subversive act by distorting the Liberation War history. So, he must face exemplary punishment," Balaram added.
Bangladesh Swadhinata Parishad president Jinnat Ali Khan moderated the demonstration program of his organization.
The human chain program of Bangabandhu Foundation was chaired by its founding president Mashiur Rahman. AL information and research affairs secretary Afzal Hossain spoke at the human chain as the chief guest.
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Since there is no cure, the best way for children over age 14 and adults to help ease cold symptoms is with careful use of over-the-counter medications and possibly by modifying some behaviors. There are several types of over-the-counter medications that don't prevent colds or shorten them but that may help manage symptoms: nasal decongestants, cough suppressants, expectorants, and antihistamines. If these do not provide relief, make an appointment to see your healthcare provider for an evaluation in case there is another health condition, such as the flu, at play. Over the counter medications also have side effects that you will want to weigh. Used for more than a few days, they also can worsen rather than help cold symptoms.
Important note for children: Because these medicines can have serious side effects and because accidental overdoses can be fatal, experts recommend avoiding giving any cough and cold drugs to children under the age of six and exercising caution for children between the ages of six and 14. If your child has a cold, talk to your pediatrician about the safest and best treatment options.
Nasal Decongestants
Not suitable for children. Nasal decongestants help unclog a congested nose. They work by narrowing blood vessels in the lining of the nose. The swollen tissue shrinks and then air can pass through more easily. They can help dry up post-nasal drip. Nasal decongestants are available as pills, nasal sprays, and liquid drops.
Nasal decongestants can cause temporary nervousness, dizziness, heart palpitations, and sleeping problems. If you have high blood pressure, talk to your physician before taking, as a decongestant can raise blood pressure. Adults shouldn't use decongestant nasal sprays or drops for more than three days. Prolonged use can cause chronic inflammation of mucus membranes. Known as a rebound effect, this occurs because the medication becomes less and less effective after using for four consecutive days and might tempt someone to use more and more of it. People can become dependent on this kind of medication. While children should never use decongestant nasal sprays, saline nasal drops help congestion and are safe for children and even for babies. Ask your doctor for guidance. Over the counter nasal decongestants include:
- Oxymetazoline nasal (Afrin, Dristan 12-Hour Nasal Spray, Duramist Plus)
- Phenylephrine nasal (Neo-Synephrine 12-Hour Spray, Nostril, Rhinall)
- Phenylephrine oral (Sudafed PE, Triaminic)
- Pseudoephedrine (Contac Non-Drowsy, Sudafed)
Cough Suppressants
Not for children under age fourteen. Coughs often go away without the aid of medication, and the American College of Chest Physicians discourages using over-the-counter cough suppressants for a cough caused by an underlying cold. However, if a cough is interfering with your daily life or with sleep, cough suppressants can help. They work by blocking the cough reflex in the brain. They can give some helpful short-term relief for bronchitis symptoms. They are less effective on coughs caused by colds. The most common over-the-counter cough suppressant is called:
- Dextromethorphan (Triaminic Cold and Cough, Robitussin Cough, Vicks 44 Cough and Cold)
Cough Expectorants
Coughing protects the body by expelling unwanted mucus, microbes and air and without it there would be more sickness and infections. Coughs have many causes from gastroesophageal reflux disease to asthma, but among non-smokers, the most common cause of coughing by far is the common cold. Cough expectorants help thin and loosen mucus so you can cough it up more easily. This can make your cold symptoms dissipate sooner. The most common over-the-counter cough expectorant is called:
- Guaifenesin (Mucinex and Robitussin Chest Congestion)
Antihistamines may provide some relief from cold symptoms such as sneezing, watery eyes, coughing, and nasal discharge. Histamine, one of the natural inflammatory mediators in our bodies, is responsible for the sneezing, nasal congestion, and runny nose in people with allergies but is not involved in these symptoms in colds. Antihistamines, as the name implies, work by blocking histamine, by decreasing mucus secretion, and by widening airways. Some experts don't believe that the benefits of these products outweigh the side effects. Over-the-counter antihistamines include:
- Brompheniramine and Phenylephrine (Dimetane)
- Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
- Chlorpheniramine/Pseudoephedrine (Allerest, Sudafed Plus)
- Clemastine (Tavist)
- Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
- Doxylamine (Aldex AN)
- Loratadine (Claritin)
Pain Relievers
Analgesics, or pain relievers, help reduce fever, muscle aches, headaches, sore throat, and earaches brought on by the common cold. Take only the amount recommended on the label. Acetaminophen can cause liver damage, especially if taken frequently or in doses beyond what is recommended. The danger is that multiple medications may contain the same ingredient, like acetaminophen for example, leading to a higher total consumption of the drug than is safe. Children should never be given aspirin, which has been linked to a rare but life-threatening illness called Reye's syndrome. Approach the dosing instructions for acetaminophen for children with care to avoid errors. The infant drop formula is far more concentrated than the syrup given to older children. Pain relievers include:
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This B&H Exclusive Dynalite UNI-400 One Light Kit is centered around the 400 watt/second Dyna Lite Uni400JR AC/DC monolight. It can operate on standard 110-120 VAC current. Connected to the included Jackrabbit II high voltage battery pack, the Uni400JR operates wherever AC power is not available or convenient.
The kit includes a three hour charger, an air-cushioned light stand, grid reflector and umbrella. With a fully charged pack, up to 150 full-power flashes are possible... up to 400 at its lowest setting.
The Uni400JR weighs 3.5 lb, and provides 400 watt/seconds on AC power. Full, 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 power settings in 1/3 stop steps provide a 4 f/stop range.
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The Dynalite Uni400JRg AC/DC a unique monolight provides up to 400W/s when AC powered, and 320W/s when combined with an optional Dynalite Jackrabbit II Battery Pack which will give you 150 full power flashes on a charge. At just 3.5 lb and slightly larger than a Dynalite fan-cooled pack head , the Uni400JRg is a true location lighting source. Full, 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 power settings in 1/3 stop steps provide a 4 f/stop range.
The Dyna-Lite Jackrabbit Pack II contains Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Cells. It can power 140 full power pops when connected to the Dyna-Lite UNI400JRg monolight. It recycles in 6.5 seconds, when used at 320 watt/seconds on a full charge.
It is the smallest high voltage power pack available, and includes a multi-voltage, 3 hour charger.
This is a Dynalite JRUNIG Power Cord that enables use of the Dynalite Jackrabbit II Battery with the Dynalite Uni400 monolight.
Umbrellas soften, broaden, and diminish the light output of any flash light source. Umbrellas with a white interior will soften and weaken light more than an umbrella with a silver lining. A white umbrella without a black backing may also be used as a makeshift softbox, although the use of the light will not be as efficient as with a lightbox.
Choosing umbrella size is determined by the size of the subject, and the strength of the light supply being used. Choosing an umbrella surface is as subjective as choosing a paint and brush.
This Impact 43" White Translucent Umbrella is suggested for use in mid-length portraits for one or two persons.
This Impact Light Stand is aluminum, extends to 10' (3 m), and has four sections, with sure-twist section locks.
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|Guide Number
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|Recycle Time
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|Flash Duration
1/675 sec @ Full Power
1/1100 sec @ 1/2 Power:
1/1800 sec @ 1/4 Power-
1/2200 sec @ 1/8 Power AC
|Flash Variability
|Full, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 Power
|User Replaceable Flashtube
|Yes (P60012)
|Changeable Reflector
|Modeling Light Wattage
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|Flash Ready Indicator
|LED lights @ 100% recycle
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AC Power: 120V, 60Hz
DC Power: 12V from JackRabbit Battery
|Sync Voltage
|Built-in Slave Cell
|Circuit Protection
|AGC Type (F) Fuse
|Fan Cooled
|Auto Dump
|5 x 8" (12.8 x 17.8cm)
|3.6 lb (7.94kg)
|Packaging Info
|Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
|12.4 x 10.8 x 8.7"
|Battery Type
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|Recycle Time
6.5 sec @ 320 Ws
1.5 sec @ min power
|Number of Flashes per Charge
|140 Full-power flashes per charge with the UNI400JRg
|Recharging Time
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|Power Indication
|Red Power Light, low battery warning indicator
|Dual Flash Capability
|2 DIN Connections. Connector "A" serves as recharging receptacle
|Belt Clip
|Shoulder Strap Loops
|5 x 2 x 3.5" (12.7 x 5 x 9 cm)
|3 lb (1.8 kg)
Although Dynalite and Quantum use the same DIN connector, these two cables are wired differently.
Damage to the Jackrabbit battery will result and void the warranty.
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|43" (109 cm)
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|28.3" (71.8 cm)
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|Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
|29.0 x 2.0 x 1.5"
|Minimum Height
|32.75" (83.1 cm)
|Maximum Height
|10' (305 cm)
|Closed Length
|34" (86.3 cm)
|Footprint Diameter
|34" (86 cm)
|Leg Tip
|20 mm
|3.1 lb (1.4 kg)
|Maximum Load
|8.5 lb (3.6 kg)
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|5/8" (1.6 cm) stud with 1/4-20" threaded tip
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|Air Cushioned
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Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling / I'll Be Somewhere Listening for My Name / New Name in Glory / Just Over in the Gloryland. Arranged by Benjamin Harlan, orch. Gary Hallquist. Choral (Sacred); Choral Octavo; Worship Resources. All Saints Day; Baptism; Easter; Sacred; Spring. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.24366).
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Psalm 26, Pslam 149, Isaiah 25:2-9, Isaiah 33:17-24, Isaiah 43:1-7, John 10:1-6, 1 Corinthians 15:35-45, Ephesians 4:1-6, Hebrews 3:1-6, Hebrews 11:13-16, Colossians 3:1-4, Revelation 2:17.
This energetic medley of gospel favorites opens slowly and freely with Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling. Switching gears into an up tempo bluegrass style, it escalates in key, dynamics and tempo through three more choruses: I'll Be Somewhere Listening for My Name (popularized by the movie, O Brother, Where Art Thou?); New Name in Glory; and Just Over in the Gloryland. Harlan's stylized accompaniment perfectly complements the voices.
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The South Carolina Supreme Court sent the ethics complaint against House Speaker Bobby Harrell to the right place when it agreed unanimously that the state grand jury should investigate the matter. But the court's ruling was marred by its decision to keep all related proceedings under wraps.
The public should have a right to hear what transpires in the hearing preliminary to the case going to the grand jury. Circuit Court Judge Casey Manning will decide whether Attorney General Alan Wilson should serve as the prosecutor before the grand jury.
Indeed, that was the question initially before Judge Manning in May, and he opened the hearing to the public. The case went to the Supreme Court on another issue: Judge Manning's decision that the House Ethics Committee had jurisdiction.
Of course, grand jury proceedings are closed to the public, and there was no expectation of an exception in this case. But there was every expectation that the public would be allowed access to the hearing on Mr. Wilson's involvement.
Mr. Wilson is elected statewide to serve as the chief prosecutor of the state. If he is to be kept off the case the public should know why. That can't be done if the hearing is closed. Footnote No. 11 in last week's ruling states: "Due to the secrecy afforded state grand jury proceedings, future arguments regarding jurisdiction, or any other ancillary matter, should be held in camera," that is, behind closed doors.
And barring a revision of the footnote, or a change in the relevant law, that rule presumably will be effective for all "ancillary matters" related to future grand jury cases.
In this instance, Mr. Harrell says that the attorney general has a political motivation and shouldn't handle the case. His lawyers have recommended that one of the state's 16 local solicitors should get the job.
The public ought to be able to hear that argument, too.
The complaint against Mr. Harrell contends that he violated ethics rules by using campaign funds to defray the expense of operating his private aircraft. The complaint, filed by the S.C. Policy Council, also contends that Mr. Harrell used his office for personal gain.
Mr. Harrell says he has done nothing wrong, insisting that the complaint is the result of a personal and political vendetta.
There's been no secret about that complaint, or about the issues raised by the speaker regarding Mr. Wilson's involvement in the case.
During the June 24 hearing before the Supreme Court, however, Chief Justice Jean Toal was critical of Mr. Wilson for notifying the media about developments in the case, including that it was going to the grand jury.
But former attorney general Charles M. Condon says it has long been routine to make announcements about cases headed to the state grand jury to keep the public informed.
Mr. Condon says he thinks the court ought to revisit Footnote 11. There's no apparent reason, for example, to close the doors when the motion to recuse Mr. Wilson is heard, he said.
"There is a huge preference in our system for open courtrooms," he said.
Prior to the May hearing before Judge Manning, S.C. Press Association attorney Jay Bender cited the compelling interest in keeping apprised of Speaker Harrell's case "so that the public may have confidence that 'justice was done.' "
That was true then, and it's true now.
But if Footnote 11 is allowed to stand, there will be less confidence in the process.
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WHEN JEREMY Maclin tore his ACL Saturday, Riley Cooper said he was so upset he almost cried.
"Jeremy's one of my really, really good friends," the fourth-year wide receiver said. "He's a great player. For this to happen to him, I feel for him. I almost shed a tear for him out there on the practice field when I saw him go down."
Losing Maclin, who has averaged 65 catches, 863 yards and seven touchdowns a season since the Eagles selected him with the 19th overall pick in the 2009 draft, is a serious blow to the Eagles' offense.
But injuries are a fact of life in the National Football League. There is a popular saying in the game: next man up. When a starter goes down, somebody else has to step in and replace him.


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John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation supports creative people and effective institutions committed to building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. In addition to selecting the MacArthur Fellows, the Foundation works to defend human rights, advance global conservation and security, make cities better places, and understand how technology is affecting children and society.
MacArthur is one of the nation's largest independent foundations. Through the support it provides, the Foundation fosters the development of knowledge, nurtures individual creativity, strengthens institutions, helps improve public policy, and provides information to the public, primarily through support for public interest media.
The HoPE project reduces threats to biodiversity conservation and ecosystem degradation in the Lake Victoria Basin while increasing access to family planning and sexual and reproductive health to improve maternal and child health in local communities.
Prevention of Postpartum Hemorrhage in Refugee Populations
PAST PROJECT: This MacArthur Foundation-funded project focused on strengthening reproductive health care services and preventing post-partum hemorrhage among refugee and displaced persons camps in western Tanzania.
Continuum of Care: Addressing Postpartum Hemorrhage in India and Nigeria
PAST PROJECT: Funded by the MacArthur Foundation, this project worked to reduce the morbidity and mortality associated with postpartum hemorrhage in India and Nigeria.


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East meets West at KWM, an international firm that offers classic City practices and an increasing amount of overseas opportunities.
Goodbye to Berwin
The 2013 tie-up between London-based SJ Berwin and Hong Kong-headquartered King & Wood Mallesons gave the legal world its very first Anglo-Asia-Pacific firm. The 31-office behemoth advises on Chinese, Hong Kong, English, EU and Australian law (legacy Mallesons was an esteemed Aussie firm and merged with King & Wood in 2012). As KWM's website notes, its primary focus is "connecting Asia with the world, and the world with Asia," though trainees at the firm revealed: "This is maybe taking longer to materialise than planned. At the moment our Asian footprint is mostly in China, but management is looking at how to incorporate other Asian countries so we can increase the inbound and outbound workflow." In spring 2015 KWM opened a base in Singapore to increase its access to South East Asia and India. Insiders believe a stateside partnership is "the next logical step, though probably not for a few more years so that the merger can settle first."
Because training contract applications are made two years in advance, the firm's current trainees initially applied to SJB, a firm cast in the yuppie-obsessed 1980s and known for its sharp elbows. "I bought into their go-getting, new-kid-on-the-scene vibe," one told us. "I liked the idea of this young entrepreneurial firm muscling into the establishment." Our interviewees agreed that that ambitious streak remains intact but did note that "the image we promote now is friendlier, more colourful and modern than SJB ever had. The whole cut-throat rep is gone." They also detected a shift in practice area dynamics since the merger: "Private equity was the cornerstone of SJB, but now there's a greater focus on attracting blue-chip clients and listed work. It's a good thing we're getting work from different avenues – it means other departments will be able to grow."
Some recent departures and arrivals might shed some light on this shift. In 2014 London lost two key private equity partners to DLA Piper and Proskauer Rose, and a further blow was dealt when corporate co-head Richard Lever left in 2015 to set up a private equity practice at Goodwin Procter. The firm's litigation head and a handful of corporate associates recently defected too. On the plus side, KWM has onboarded 14 lawyers from Eversheds since 2014 (most are real estate lawyers, and half are partners), plus a corporate crime whiz from Addleshaws, and two projects partners from Linklaters and DLA Piper.
Despite these ebbs and flows, corporate and finance work remain king in London, though the firm's litigation, real estate and energy divisions are no small potatoes. Chambers UK singles out KWM's mid-market M&A and litigation work as top of the crop in London, and the firm's investment funds and private equity practices score highly on a nationwide basis. Heaps of other areas receive nods, from real estate finance to IP to competition. Trainees revealed that KWM is currently operating on an "80/20 goal: 80% of each office's work should be local, while 20% should be derived from referrals made from other locations." Our sources noticed "significant Asian inbound investment from China, Singapore and Malaysia in particular," as well as "a lot of recommendations coming from Australia." According to one, "they're really pushing the idea of mobility – tons of associates have been moving between offices recently."
Wanted down under
Trainees must complete two corporate seats and a contentious one. Our trainee sources called these requirements "rigid" but appreciated the range of options in both categories. The merger has opened up opportunities for overseas seats. The firm's recently added overseas seats in Sydney and Hong Kong; these join existing seats in Paris, Madrid, Frankfurt, Luxembourg and Dubai. "They're really keen on people going, a lot more so than when I joined," said one second-year. Client secondments, meanwhile, are "few and far between – there's usually just one or two per rotation for 60-odd trainees."
The international funds department is split between "those who do normal fund formation and those who do secondaries work, where clients are either acquiring or selling portfolios," sources tell us. The team handles a mix of private, hedge, listed, real estate, infrastructure and debt funds, and you'll find big names like Triton, Patron Capital and Castle Alternative Invest on the books. London lawyers recently collaborated with their French colleagues on a €2 billion fund-raising for Antin Infrastructure's second European brownfield infrastructure fund. Our interviewees loved "the young, casual vibe of the department," and told of nailing their drafting skills "on a wide range of agreements, including deeds of adherence and the main limited liability partnership agreement." On the secondaries side, trainees typically contribute to international due diligence reports and lead enquiries on discovery calls.
Real estate work is divided between acquisitions and disposals of large portfolios, and ongoing leaseholder work for large institutional investors. Clients here include the likes of AXA, The Crown Estate and British Land – the team recently advised British Land on its £3.2 billion joint venture with the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation, which now owns Broadgate, the 30-acre site surrounding Liverpool Street station. On large transactions, trainees can expect to find themselves managing data rooms, collating deeds, preparing certificates of title, proofreading documents and running errands. "There's more responsibility on small-scale leaseholder work – this is when you're drafting licences of alteration, negotiating leases with partners at regional firms, and in general getting a lot of client contact."
Over in corporate, there's team A, which focuses on real estate deals and public M&A, and team B, which specialises in private equity transactions, "though there's more and more public work here." The latter group recently advised Baupost, one of the world's largest hedge funds, on its £150 million acquisition of assets from the RBS Special Opportunities Fund. On such hefty matters, "there's typically a partner, two associates and two trainees, so your role is pretty administrative – you draft board minutes and manage the completion checklist. But on small deals you work with just a partner and get to draft things like shareholder agreements."
It's not easy being green
The litigation group handles commercial, fraud and banking disputes, as well as arbitrations. The diverse client list ranges from telecoms giant Sky and rating agency Standard & Poor's to investment firm Morgan Stanley and tyre manufacturer Michelin. Still, the firm's flair for finance tends to come to the fore here: a big highlight in 2014 was representing the liquidators and administrators of The Connaught Income Fund, who brought £104 million worth of claims against the fund's operators, including one of unlawful promotion to investors. Trainees here revealed: "It's difficult to get involved in such high-level work, as it's so complex." That said, amid their bundling duties they still found opportunities to draft witness statements, write memos and collate info for case management conferences.
Energy, resources and infrastructure is "at the forefront of KWM's plans," insiders revealed. "They want to create a leading project finance team in the City, as evidenced by our recent partner hires on this front." Australian investment firm Macquarie is an important client for the department: lawyers recently helped the fund acquire a £370 million gas turbine plant in Wales and another in Lancashire, which it bought from EDF Energy for £170 million. Trainees here reported a mix of "regulatory work, where you have to look into the structure of the electricity market, and deal work, where you manage corporate transactions." One told us: "It's the most commercial department. You really have to think about where deals will happen in the future and how we can win clients in anticipation of that."
The EU, competition and regulatory group handles merger control matters, CMA investigations and cartel issues. It's recently been tied up defending Qantas in a multi-jurisdictional cartel case involving 20 defendants and thousands of claimants. The damages claims ran into the billions, and raised issues of conspiracy and liability of cartel participants. "It's one of the more academic seats," a trainee said. "There's a lot of analysis of complicated EU regulations and how those affect clients down the line." Interviewees who'd sat here described responding to regulator requests for information and drafting due diligence reports on competition issues for international investors.
Each department at KWM has its own programme of training for trainees, with most front-loading sessions in the first week and "following up in the next few months." Trainees get the lowdown on their performance during mid and end-of-seat reviews, and receive a grade at the end of each seat: red ("very dangerous"), amber, green or silver ("exceptional"). "Most people get green."
Are we there yet?
The KWM takeover may have stamped out SJB's more aggressive side, but it certainly hasn't quashed its enterprising foundations. "Everyone here is so ambitious and entrepreneurial. I think we're all motivated by the amount SJB managed to achieve in such a short period of time and want to take that success forward." This vaulting ambition "doesn't create a negative culture, though; it just means the firm attracts lots of big personalities and wheeler-dealer types."
As a trainee, "it helps to be outgoing and talkative" to deal with this assertive working culture, our sources pointed out. "The partners expect you to be confident, ready to take the reins and able to work all the strong characters here. There's a lot of pressure to do a good job and get it right. No one wants to be accused of being the weakest link." A strong constitution is also a must when it comes to the demanding hours. "Tons of clients are international, and accommodating time differences can be challenging. It's generally what you'd expect from a City firm – if you're overly concerned about work/life balance, I wouldn't suggest coming here." Real estate reportedly requires "regular midnight finishes," while the unpredictability of corporate work is that "it can wear on you. It could be 4pm and something comes in, and then you're in the office for the rest of the evening." Fortunately, senior lawyers keep an eye out for trainees. One source recounted a time when "I was exceptionally busy and the associates on my team re-delegated my work. People do care about you."
In keeping with KWM's entrepreneurial spirit, trainees are strongly encouraged to network. At the time of our calls our sources had recently attended a 'Big Guns of Funds' mixer as well as an "igloo-themed do where each of us was asked to bring three similar-aged contacts in the City to the firm to mingle." It's not all client schmoozing, though; trainees have their own firm-sponsored drinks event up on the "glorious" roof terrace every three months.
Qualification at KWM is a rather formal affair. "Each department has an interview process. This could be a simple chat or a very technical interview, and some require you to take a written test too." Core groups like corporate, funds, real estate and litigation tend to have "plenty of NQ opportunities" each year, while roles in smaller teams like commerce and technology are harder to come by. Retention rates haven't been outstanding in recent years, and again only 21 of 37 stayed in 2015. The firm told us this is sometimes down to the vacancies not being in the desired departments, but that it is working on improving rates.
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Seats in corporate team A, corporate team B, international funds, finance funds and indirect real estate (FIRE) all count as corporate. Litigation, property litigation, employment, IP, and EU, competition and regulatory are contentious.
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How to get a King & Wood Mallesons training contract
Vacation scheme deadline: 31 January 2016
Training contract deadline: 31 July 2016
Trainee profile
When we asked our graduate recruitment sources at King & Wood Mallesons what the firm is looking for in future trainees, this is what we heard: "We want commercially minded candidates who are looking to get real responsibility right from the start of their career here." An insider added: "You need to be proactive and ambitious, but not to the extent that you'll trample on people to get to where you want to be."
The firm offers 30 training contracts a year, and is on the lookout for a minimum 2:1 degree. Look out for KWM at law fairs up and down the country – representatives typically attend around 20 (in addition to giving presentations at eight or so universities each year). The firm also holds a few open days each year for law and non-law students at its Queen Street Place headquarters in London.
The vacation scheme
KWM runs three vacation schemes a year: a two-week long placement at Easter and two two-week placements in the summer. Each scheme takes 20 students who spend their time in two different departments during the scheme. The pay is £310 per week, and it's worth noting that around 80% of each trainee intake is generally made up of ex-vac schemers.
Vac scheme hopefuls apply through an online form that covers a candidate's academic history and work experience, and asks a few questions on why they want a career in the law and what skills they can bring to the firm. The application also tests commercial awareness by asking about a recent news story.
"The form needs to be free from errors and well written," says a source in graduate recruitment, adding "we like to see that candidates have held a position of responsibility or a leadership role, or that they've been part of a team that has functioned well." It's also important to make your reasons for applying to the firm clear. Approximately 1,000 people apply for the vacation scheme each year, and around 8% are invited to an interview with a member of the graduate recruitment team and a managing associate. From here, the firm chooses who gets a place.
During the vac scheme attendees are mentored by three supervisors: a partner, an associate and a trainee. Typical tasks include basic drafting and research, and participants often have the chance to observe client meetings and even go to court. "We offer vac schemers real work in a real office, so be professional," our graduate recruitment source advises. "Show us who you are – the different departments will be looking to see if you're someone who will work well within the team." Vac schemers also attend several 'know-how' training sessions, and in their final week they have a training contract interview.
The firm arranges a number of merry social jamborees over the course of the vac scheme. In recent years these have included sushi making, cocktail making, bowling and ping pong.
The training contract application
On top of those who apply for the vacation scheme, the firm receives another 1,000 or so direct applications for its training contract. The application form is exactly the same as that for the vac scheme, and between 50 and 70 candidates are asked to a first interview, which takes place with a member of the grad recruitment team and a managing associate. Applicants are also given a tour of the building by a trainee.
Those invited back for a second interview are given a case study and asked to give a ten-minute presentation on it to two partners. Interviewees face questions on their presentation, as well as some competency-based inquiries meant to test their commercial and analytical skills.
More on the KWM SJB merger
On 1st November 2013, the legal industry witnessed a merger first: London's plucky silver circle upstart SJ Berwin joined forces with Hong Kong-headquartered King & Wood Mallesons. The result? The first Anglo-Asian firm, complete with 2,700 lawyers and 30 offices spanning Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and North America. SJ Berwin, founded in 1982 by Stanley Jack Berwin (who had previously founded Berwin Leighton Paisner) was especially known for its private equity panache and uncompromising approach. King & Wood Mallesons, meanwhile, was the result of a 2012 tie-up between Hong Kong's King & Wood and one of Australia's finest, 'Big Six' firm Mallesons Stephen Jaques.
A move East was not always on the cards for SJ Berwin: its attention was once firmly fixed on the US. Previous managing partner Rob Day explored merger options with both Orrick and Proskauer Rose in 2010, before briefly courting Mayer Brown in 2012. Then KWM's silhouette rose on the horizon. "It was a completely unique proposition," graduate recruitment partner Nicola Bridge told us in 2014. "The growth potential in the Asian market is incredible."
The advantages were clear. The deal would give SJ Berwin a more robust funds offering in Asia, and boost its broader finance and litigation practices. The new firm's Swiss Verein structure also proved appealing, as each legacy firm could maintain its own profit pool while operating under the same branding and strategy. With both firms eager to one day crack the US, their combined strength could potentially prove more attractive to a stateside partner.
SJ Berwin would have to sacrifice its name and branding though. Commentators in the legal press began to posit SJ Berwin as a junior player in a global operation, and speculated over the impact losing the brand would have. Some suggested that the loss would have little effect, as several key client relationships were tied to prominent corporate partners – like Steve Davis, Richard Lever, Tim Wright and Ed Harris – rather than just the firm's name.
However, all of those partners mentioned above have now moved to US firms or other large international outfits in London. The office also lost its litigation head, as well partners in its regulatory and IP teams. In addition, a July 2015 review of the firm's UK partnership saw 15 individuals given their marching orders. Further tension was reportedly caused as pricing arrangements were standardised across the platform: London lawyers apparently found Chinese clients' budgets much tighter than anticipated.
Yet there are reasons to be optimistic. The firm's global revenue in 2014 rose by 3% to $1.03 billion, while in London it increased by a robust 10%. Collaboration is on the up too: the number of matters that drew in lawyers from at least two parts of the network grew by 130% compared to 2013. Key clients like Macquarie and GE are beginning to use the firm in all jurisdictions as well. While some important figures were lost in London, others were gained. In summer 2015 a private equity partner joined from Fried Frank, as did three projects partners from Linklaters and nine real estate lawyers from Eversheds. You lose some, you win some.
Global managing partner Stuart Fuller has made it clear that KWM is not desperately seeking a US suitor. For now, the focus is on integration and collaboration across jurisdictions. What's more, the firm now has some serious competition at its heels: in 2015, the ever-ballooning Dentons announced its intention to merge with China's biggest legal shop, Dacheng, to create the world's largest law firm, with over 6,500 lawyers. Other firms, like Mayer Brown and Baker & McKenzie, haven't opted for the merger route, but have entered into joint ventures and associations with Chinese firms instead.
Private equity made public
Private equity work was a big deal at SJ Berwin, which frequently topped the private equity league tables for volume and value of buyouts across Europe, and even won the award for Private Equity Team of the Year in the Financial News Legal Awards the year it joined forces with King & Wood Mallesons (2013).
Private equity funds are investment funds that use investors' money to buy out privately or publicly owned businesses. The funding for these acquisitions typically comes from a combination of the investors' money and bank debt (making it a 'leveraged buyout' or LBO). The types of companies invested in come from virtually every sector of the economy, and most generally need fixing in some way or other. Once in the private equity firm's stable, a company is known as a 'portfolio company'. A private equity house will typically spend three to five years improving a company before making an 'exit'. Exits are typically structured as a sale of the portfolio company to another company or investment fund, or as an initial public offering (IPO) on the stock exchange. If the latter route is taken, the company becomes public (possibly once again).
Venture capital, a subset of private equity, was a particular strength of SJB – and continues to be a strength at KWM – earning nods from Chambers UK for many years now. This type of work sees venture capital firms invest in start-up companies and then sell them to a private equity firm or take them public.
Since the merger, some of legacy SJ Berwin's key private equity partners – Steve Davis, Richard Lever, Tim Wright and Ed Harris – have jumped ship. Their departures were significant due to the notable client relationships they'd cultivated with the likes of Lion Capital, Terra Firma, Duke Street and Lloyds bank. As a result the firm slipped a bit in the Chambers UK rankings moving from band one for venture capital in 2011 to band three in 2014. The department is now also smaller in size.
However, KWM is in the process of rebuilding its private equity practice and in July 2015 hired a partner from Fried Frank. Time will tell how KWM's post-merger reshuffle will impact on SJ Berwin's once solid status as a private equity hotshot, but for now, take a look at some of the firm's recent work highlights in the area:
Interview with graduate recruitment partner Nicola Bridge
Student Guide: What is KWM's strategy for the next few years?
Nicola Bridge: We see it from the point of view of the overall KWM business: we've always said that our vision is to create a unified, top-tier global firm which is headquartered in Asia. However, we still look at the strategic positioning of the business and our history in Europe and the Middle East. We're aiming to be a top-tier corporate-concentrated practice in those regions, while also being the firm of choice for Asia-related matters. All in all, we'll be continuing to grow across Asia, while also strengthening our practice locally and regionally, across Europe and the Middle East.
SG: Has KWM opened any new offices in those key jurisdictions?
NB: Asia is certainly a central component of the firm's operations, and we've recently announced a new office opening in Singapore (which focuses on corporate and funds work). From a more local/regional perspective, we strengthened our presence in the Middle East last year – we were already in Dubai, but we opened up in Riyadh. Future expansion is always going to be driven primarily by our clients and the new markets and practice areas that they want to see us in.
SG: Is KWM actively pursuing a US merger?
NB: It's just pure speculation at the moment. At the tail end of last year, one of our senior funds lawyers, George Pinkham, relocated to New York and took a managing associate with him, in order to service funds clients from there – that may have started the rumour mill. We've always acknowledged the US market as a very important one: we have a good relationship with many US firms, and we have many clients who need expertise in that jurisdiction. We aim to provide services to global clients, but we're not aiming to compete for US work in that particular market.
SG: Which practice areas should we watch out for in the future?
NB: We're aiming to build up our corporate department, certainly. Over the past year we've made 17 lateral partner hires in EUME [Europe and the Middle East], and they have joined a wide variety of teams: we've had people joining litigation, real estate, commerce and technology, energy and infrastructure, private equity, finance, and employment. So that covers a wide range! Corporate is an important area for us, but we're not looking to grow it at the expense of other practices: we'll continue to hire in all areas when we spot good candidates that we'd like to bring on board.
SG: How are London's practice areas evolving in light of the merger with KWM?
NB: We've certainly seen a big increase in clients who are interested in exploring opportunities within Asia. We've also seen lots of referrals around all parts of the network. We compiled some figures at our year-end, and we found that for the third quarter of 2014, the total number of new matters that had been brought about as a result of joint work had increased by 200% compared to the same period the year before. We've been seeing lots of cross-border work as a result, and there are many more opportunities to work with colleagues in other jurisdictions.
SG: Is the merger between SJB and King & Wood living up to internal expectations?
NB: It is always challenging when you have a big organisation like this, but it has gone very well. We have the '100 person' programme – it's our global secondment programme. It's our aim to have 100 people within the KWM network working abroad in one of our offices at any one time. In my own team, we have two associates over from Australia, one for two years and one for a year. We have quite a few partners moving around too: we have some London-based corporate partners in Hong Kong and China. We also have Mike Wang from China in London.
We have lots of associates moving around, and we're very keen for them to take advantage of the opportunities to work abroad. It makes a difference: learning about other offices, their work streams and what their practice areas are like. We've put our associates in 'buddy groups,' and we mix them up with associates in other offices and put them in touch with one another, which is working really well. On the work-front, since the merger we've got on a lot more global panels and have seen an increase in the amount of cross-border work we're doing, so it's been very positive so far.
SG: There have been quite a few lateral hires and departures over the past year. Do they reveal anything about the firm's future plans or priorities, or is this more in the realm of opportunistic coming and going?
NB: It's normal attrition and hiring. Another factor is this: once a big merger takes place, you'll find that headhunters are all over people, as they think it's a time of flux and change. It often happens when a firm has done something dramatic and exciting – some people look again at the firm and think 'shall I give this a go or shall I try something else?'
SG: Are there any highlights from the past year that you'd like to draw our readers' attention to?
NB: The opening of the Singapore office is definitely one. We've also had one client that we've been advising, and that work has involved teams from Germany and China, as well as about eight different practices, so that's a good example of how we seeing people collaborating on matters.
SG: Will the number of overseas secondments for trainees increase in the years to come?
NB: We've got about 11 trainees across the firm participating in a transfer programme at the moment: we have two trainees from London just about to leave for Australia, and we have two coming back. We're also starting a secondment to Hong Kong on the next rotation as well. In the future we would like to offer secondments to mainland China as well, but it's a bit more challenging because of linguistic requirements and ensuring that all SRA requirements are met.
Our trainees are also interested in doing client secondments. Whenever we have a client who expresses an interest, we try to offer a relevant secondment. Opportunities tend to be more ad hoc; we might have trainees going for a year or something like that. Often the clients' needs vary, so they don't always want a trainee, or they may need maternity cover, or maybe a client has a big deal on and they require some extra assistance. The placements often change at each rotation.
SG: Given KWM's aims and its culture, what are you looking for in future trainees?
NB: Enthusiasm goes a long way! That's enthusiasm not just about a future career in the law, but for life in general. When I'm interviewing, I'm always looking to see whether this person will be a team player – it's important to understand the value of making others look good too, not just yourself. And a good level of common sense can go a long way too. We sometimes see some very bright candidates, but they don't have much in the way of common sense, while that's important too.
In light of our global position, we wouldn't want to force anyone to go abroad, but if people were interested and would relish the opportunity, we would love for them to do it. Being commercially-minded is a factor, but students always worry about how they can show that they are. Sometimes they get too stressed about it, and often all we need to see is that they've held down a job and understood how the business operated and what its priorities were. They don't have to worry so much!
King & Wood Mallesons
10 Queen Street Place,
Website www.kwm.com
- Partners 94
- Assistant solicitors 175
- Total trainees 65
- Contact Graduate recruitment team
- Email email@example.com
- Website careers.kwm.com/en-uk
- Method of application Online application form
- Selection procedure Video interview / face to face interview / case study
- Closing date for 2018/19 31 July 2016
- 2016 Spring and summer vacation schemes 31 January 2016
- Training contracts p.a. 30
- Applications p.a. 2,000
- % interviewed p.a. 10%
- Required degree grade 2:1
- Training salary
- 1st year £39,250
- 2nd year £43,500
- Holiday entitlement 25 days
- % of trainees with a non-law degree p.a. 50%
- Post-qualification salary £63,000
- Overseas offices Over 30 offices across Asia, Australia, Europe and the Middle East.
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