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Recent content by 48108210002

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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I got something asking me to fill in a RARE recruitment scheme thingummy and saying that we would hear back by end of May at the latest
  2. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    From PMC: "What improvements would you make to Penningtons Manches Cooper as a Trainee and why?" Does anyone else not fully understand this question? Does it mean what would you do whilst working as a trainee to make PMC better? or does it mean what would you do to make life as a PMC Trainee...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I got a PFO about two days after I applied so I rather suspect I may not be the best metric for comparison. I probably just failed according to some objective, easily quantifiable metric or made a disqualifying error in my submission.
  4. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    My AllHires isn't sending the MFA code so I can't log in and I need to complete two assessments ASAP - anyone have any suggestions?
  5. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Might this be to do with the VS? And therefore possibly also an indication that they might be getting to our direct apps soon too?
  6. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I think you're absolutely correct, I'd just say that they probably shouldn't advertise their TC as rolling in that case
  7. 48108210002

    My TC Journey

    Hi - I'm a Cambridge law grad with a mid-2:1 and 43/45 at IB. I mostly have experience in high-street law, mini-pupillages, and as a research assistant at a different university. I was applying to the bar, but after finding that I actually really enjoy working in firms, I've decided to apply to...
  8. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I did - I was able to go back and forth to amend, and there were definitely proper applications questions as well.
  9. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Me too, but it says that they're still reviewing the actual application so idk if it means interview
  10. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Fox Williams virtual assessment invite
  11. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I want to say yes? But honestly I'm not sure at this point
  12. 48108210002

    Debate with me

    Wouldn't a firm expect you to answer a 'competition' question not in terms of recruitment but in terms of their practice areas?
  13. 48108210002

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Anyone heard from Russell-Cooke?

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