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Recent content by ArashSh

  1. ArashSh

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi, I got a Mishcon case study invite today so they're still reviewing and sending out invites for sure. Hope you hear a good one soon. Did my VI four weeks ago.
  2. ArashSh

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Saw someone here saying he's received PFO from them beginning of Aug but I haven't heard back post app. Their recruitment brochure says they offer training contracts by the end of Aug so don't know why we haven't received anything. I emailed them yesterday and will keep you posted here once I...
  3. ArashSh

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    May thanks! Do you recommend email or calling them?
  4. ArashSh

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I did my SJT on April 30 (that's automatic post app for all BCLP applicants). Don't necessarily need to hear back immediately but BCLP is one of the only remaining firms in this cycle for me that I have hopes of getting to their interview round and would be my top choice so I don't want to start...
  5. ArashSh

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Is anyone still expecting to hear from BCLP? been radio silence post app. @Jessica Booker do you reckon it is appropriate to follow up with the grad recruitment team via email or it is better to wait until they get back.
  6. ArashSh

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks! Good luck to you too. I applied on June 29 but haven't heard back and honestly, don't know how I should take that😅 Nothing helps the stress obviously
  7. ArashSh

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Sorry to hear that. Hope you get better results with your remaining apps. Do you mind sharing when did you apply?
  8. ArashSh

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Congrats on your TC offer! Do you mind saying when you applied for the BCLP TC? I submitted mine on April 23 and haven't heard back yet.

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