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Recent content by Sonia_Kawaii

  1. Sonia_Kawaii

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Commenting for the notifications 😊
  2. Sonia_Kawaii

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

    Hi everyone, I took a much needed break from everything TC related. Hoping to experience the new cycle with all the amazing on this forum 🤩
  3. Sonia_Kawaii

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    That’s amazing! Thank you so much 💕
  4. Sonia_Kawaii

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    They never reply me 😩😩 How did you get in touch with them? 😂
  5. Sonia_Kawaii

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    No problem at all! Very happy to help :) I've actually recently learnt about all of this too. The NewLaw model changes a lot of things - it creates more jobs and makes the legal profession more accessible. Here are some links I found useful: https://bytes.scl.org/deconstructing-the-pyramid/...
  6. Sonia_Kawaii

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Ahh nice! Thank you! I'll be keeping you in my thoughts 😊
  7. Sonia_Kawaii

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    I think you are definitely on the right track here. I would also mention the change in firms' business models - moving from the traditional pyramid model to the NewLaw model. Due to an increase in client demand firms have had to offer more services than what you would expect from a traditional...
  8. Sonia_Kawaii

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Let's just remain positive! Whatever the outcome you should be so proud that you secured a VS with them and with other firms as well. It is such a stressful and draining process so don't feel bad about it. I'm sure you did better than you think you did :) And thank you. I applied to their...
  9. Sonia_Kawaii

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Yes, I know they’ve just had their VS. Oh wow how did your VS go? Good luck with everything 💕
  10. Sonia_Kawaii

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I would suggest making use of your uni's career's service. See if you can join their law clinic - they've got loads of opportunities for students :)
  11. Sonia_Kawaii

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Thank you Jessica!
  12. Sonia_Kawaii

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Hey was this for their direct TC?
  13. Sonia_Kawaii

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Is there a rule to how many reasons you can give to answer the question "Why do you want to work at X firm?" I know some people stick to three reasons, but what if I have more?

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