Recent content by LawInTheNorth

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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    For the work experience section for Reed Smith, do they prefer prose or are bullet points okay? Also, should I just state my responsibilities or mention the skills I gained which are relevant to those of a solicitor? I know every firm has different preferences so just checking.
  2. L

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Yeah same here, annoyingly going to be another cycle :/
  3. L

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Nothing so far, thinking it’s a PFO considering others have an AC invite now
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Who is still waiting to hear back from BM following VI?
  5. L

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Assuming it’s likely a PFO if we haven’t heard from Baker McKenzie now then?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    @Jessica Booker When completing a VI, will someone who completed it a week before the deadline be in a better position than someone who does it a few days before? I have one due on Sunday but have not been able to complete it yet because I’m travelling and I can only really do it on Friday. I...
  7. L

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    What were your results like? I feel like these test reports are an easy thing to overthink, you did your best and that’s all you can ask for :)
  8. L

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I appreciate the response Jessica. The only recruitment email I can find is for their early careers team - is this an appropriate place to email?
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @Jessica Booker, just a quick question about a paralegal job app. I applied for a knowledge paralegal role at A&O maybe a month or so ago, the job is still advertised on their website but I haven't heard anything back yet. Is it normal for these jobs to be advertised for so long? And if so...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    How long have Baker McKenzie been taking this cycle to get back to DTC?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Assuming no one has heard from HL yet?

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