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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you! I just sent a follow up :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Piggy-backing of this, @Ram Sabaratnam Am I okay to send a message on mitigating circumstances too?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    If it helps at all, W&C DTC was not rolling, only the vacation scheme(s) are.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Huge Congratulations Chris! Can't think of another user on here who is more deserving- you've been contributing and helping other forum users along the way! Looking forward to hearing more of your journey and tips!!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey Team, I'm aware this is dependent on the firm, but at what stage in the recruitment process do academic/organisational referees get contacted? Also, I was in a research project with a supervisor at University in a paid research internship, would my manager be suitable to put down as an...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you! Second this- @Jaysen @Jessica Booker As there is no word limit, is there a minimum word count you would suggest? I tried emailing Natalie, but the emails just bounced back
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @Jessica Booker For Percins Coie, they say to have the cover letter include: What attracts you to the LBA program? What is a recent story in the news that could impact a Perkins Coie client and what could that effect be? In terms of content, would you suggest the cover letter to directly...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Has anyone done the BCLP online test and received their feedback report?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Huge congratulations Breezy! You've got to return to TCLA as a community assistant or some sort because your posts have been so helpful and you're a valued member!! Don't forget TCLA just yet!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    What length do you recommend for a a cover letter for a paralegal role? Would 2 pages be too much?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    London is a small space, we have mutuals and I believe they are now working as a consultant in private equity/credit!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone heard anything back from King & Spalding? I remember reading that the next stage post-app would be in march and April
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    A complete guide for competency interview preparation

    Second the suggestion for an Case study guide by @Andrei Radu ! Most case study help/guides focus on M&A (which makes sense as for many firms, it is their bread and butter) and neglect other practise areas. For instance, at my Silver circle AC, they presented two technical case studies that...
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    Great, it's been sent over! -Thank you!

    Great, it's been sent over! -Thank you!
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    Hi Jess, can i message regarding writing mitigating circumstances in an app?

    Hi Jess, can i message regarding writing mitigating circumstances in an app?
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