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Recent content by m1474

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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Has anyone completed the test yet? How long was it? X
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone know what dates the SPB London summer vac scheme would be? I know it’s only at AC stage but looking at (provisional!!) summer plans
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Congrats!!! What date(s) did they provide?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Squire Patton Boggs AC👍🏼 London office
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    bbc graduate solicitor apprenticeship

    Received the rejection email. I think it’s a disgrace that there’s no feedback, after so many stages and a lengthy written exercise.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    So sorry to hear this. Did you get an email?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Addleshaw Goddard London VS offer 🙌🏼 had the AC Monday and had the phone call Wednesday :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Is the Bristows VI unlimited prep time? The website says so, but can someone confirm they’ve heard the same? Thanks!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Oh sorry I have it under my spring vac scheme list lol but you’re probably right!! We didn’t get a choice in the AC invite
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    If it helps, my AC is for the spring vs so there’s still hope dw
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Completed the test on Tuesday☺️
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    WBD assessment, although think this is automated?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I wouldn’t say so. I wouldn’t be surprised if some more AC invites are sent out this week

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