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Recent content by helloj

  1. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I’ve received a TC offer for an up and coming US firm with a smaller trainee cohort (under 10). It’s a large firm with many offices however the London office isn’t the biggest out of US firms in London. Its training is ranked A in legal cheek. What are the benefits and disadvantages of accepting...
  2. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    There is a VI in the second stage assessment as well as another test! If you pass this, you receive the open day invite.
  3. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Theres a VI in the second stage for the open day if that helps
  4. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey I know this isnt for me but I applied on 7th September and I received the invite today if that helps
  5. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Latham & Watkins Open Day invite! - for October.
  6. helloj

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I have received an invite to the final stage interview for k&l gates for their direct tc! i’m wondering if anyone has any tips/ advice on what to expect and how to best prep - thanks in advance!
  7. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    When do you think we will find out about the open day. The October one is coming up
  8. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    i didnt know that! thank you
  9. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    honestly! and they have only given 3 days like?!!
  10. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    im confused about lathams open day app process. i did the app form and the assessment. i have now just received a second stage invite for further tests? is this the normal process?
  11. helloj

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Thank you so much this is so helpful!
  12. helloj

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi guys, I have just received the assessment day invite for K&L Gates for their direct TC process. Does anyone have any insight/ know what to expect? Thank you!
  13. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just received Ashurst feedback report for anyone waiting, I did the test yesterday
  14. helloj

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    i got an email for next stage for a test for K&L gates, however bit confused as they said please do contact us to arrange a convenient time to schedule the test. So is this test going to be live? Im a bit confused
  15. helloj

    Open Day and Insight Scheme Deadlines 2025-26

    i havent got it yet :( how long after the test did you receive it

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