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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I haven’t heard anything from them but my friend got an interview invite from them yesterday.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Was going to ask this too, anyone have any advice for group exercises?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Just finished farrers proof reading exercise - it was the most laggiest website ever so I couldn’t even finish within the 20 mins. So annoyed!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Did you seek assistance from ChatGPT when completing this application? (Please note that there is not a right or wrong answer to this question, we are focusing on your integrity to this process). Please provide details on your decision and elaborate on the reasons behind your choice. {Provide...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    What are the benefits of a six-seat training contract? Compared to the typical 4 seat structure.!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’m sure u did great! Got the invite today, is q3 a commercial based one then?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    How did it go? What questions did they ask u? I heard they have a bank of qs so anyone can get random qs.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone heard back from bird and bird? Regarding the video interview, has anyone done it yet?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I want to apply to some firms that are strong in disputes, however in my disputes module at uni i got a 58. The rest of my grades are fine. Would firms care about this low mark, especially if i talk about my interest in disputes in my application.
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    Career progression at regional law firms

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