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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

Harvey Specter

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Does anyone know if you're allowed to apply to the Hogan Lovells TC if you applied for a vac scheme earlier in the year?
Their FAQ section says only one application is allowed per recruitment cycle, so if you already applied for the VS, you can’t apply for the DTC in this cycle. 🥲

 

yuk0n

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Their FAQ section says only one application is allowed per recruitment cycle, so if you already applied for the VS, you can’t apply for the DTC in this cycle. 🥲

Aww no, that's such a shame! Thanks so much in any case Chris, I appreciate you answering so quickly :)
 

Amma Usman

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does anyone know if bakers calls or emails to provide offers, I've recently had an ac with them
Though this differs between firms, typically, you will be contacted via phone following an AC or a VS regarding the outcome. If they can’t reach you by phone, they will likely send an email asking how to reach you, or send the offer via email. Though the former is more common.
 

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