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Recent content by dangelataher

  1. dangelataher

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

    PFO from Slaughter & May. Looks like they’re getting back to people!
  2. dangelataher

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

    Onto the next, we can do this 💪🏽
  3. dangelataher

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

    Thank you so much. Good luck in your VI ❤️❤️
  4. dangelataher

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

    Simmons PFO. First one ever 😢
  5. dangelataher

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

    For anyone who has studied Scots law, do you apply for the “non-law” TCs? (since technically our degree is considered a non-qualifying law degree)
  6. dangelataher

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

    Just saw an article, shocking. Thanks for pointing it out
  7. dangelataher

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

    Omg please tell me more! I’m currently filling out their application and would consider myself to be an ethnic minority!
  8. dangelataher

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

    Congrats! Can I ask when you completed your online judgement test?
  9. dangelataher

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

    I applied to Slaughter and May on 5th Oct and still haven’t heard anything. Has anyone heard anything since? Website says they are rolling.
  10. dangelataher

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

    Can I please ask when you completed the SJT? I did mine a week ago and haven’t heard anything. Wondering how long it takes for them to get back to people
  11. dangelataher

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

    Would you mind if I privately messaged you to get your opinion on the circumstances themselves?
  12. dangelataher

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

    Can I ask what people think firms opinions are on mitigating circumstances? I have two external circumstances which affected my first two years at uni (which did not count) but I am not sure I want to disclose them as I feel that firms will see them as an excuse/me seeking pity/sympathy. Among...
  13. dangelataher

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

    Just submitted my Simmons application and got the link for the online judgement test. I've never done a test before so was wondering if there are any tips/things to watch out for? @George.E. @OB @Mxkry maybe if you can help :)
  14. dangelataher

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

    Gosh so strange! Was going crazy clicking back and next looking for the other questions!
  15. dangelataher

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

    I'm just now applying to Simmons and there is only question - "Please give details of your interests and activities, positions of responsibility, skills and achievements. Please also include any other information relevant to your application. (250 words max)" - does this seem right? No other...

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