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Recent content by lawgrad2

  1. lawgrad2

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you! Hopefully everything works out for you as well :)
  2. lawgrad2

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone heard back from NRF after the TI?
  3. lawgrad2

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you :) I applied around 3 days before the deadline. I just checked my submitted application and the application questions don't appear for me too - only my basic information and CV
  4. lawgrad2

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

    Fair enough, thank you! Fingers shall remain crossed then
  5. lawgrad2

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

    How long does it take to hear back from Freshfields post-WG? I did mine on the 8th of August and have not had a response :(

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