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Recent content by SaMi222

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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I read that their deadline is Jan 15th, so they could be just waiting until then to let everyone know?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Thanks for getting back to me! I was thinking about waiting it out for a bit before emailing them
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi all! Has anyone applied to Mcdermott Will and Emery? If so, How long does it take for the firm to get back to us? Thank you
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone heard from Goodwins for their direct TC route yet? Thanks!!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi, has anyone heard back from Goodwins direct TC route? Thanks! :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Wasn't it 1 pm? because thats what it showed me on my vantage point page lol
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I have found conflicting information regarding GT's application process. Some say its rolling basis while some say its non-rolling. If youre applying for the 2024 cohort, the deadline was on Friday the 19th. For the 2025 cohort, they have now extended it to June 2nd. Those who have applied for...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    @Jessica Booker Hi Jessica, I recently applied for GT's training scheme, however, while I emailed them my cv, cover letter and uni transcript, i did not attach my high school transcript. the deadline just passed on the 19th. Should I email them now by attaching my transcript or should I wait for...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Congrats!!! 🎊 If you dont mind me asking, did they call or email you?
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    Hey!! Awesome job on getting a first interview with MoFo!! May I know when did you apply? Thanks

    Hey!! Awesome job on getting a first interview with MoFo!! May I know when did you apply? Thanks
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Awesome! may I know when did you apply? and did they email you saying that you progressed to the first stage? Thanks!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Awesome, congrats! may I know when did you apply for Jones Day? thanks!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Congrats on securing an interview! may i know when did you apply? Thanks
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi everyone, Has anyone heard back from Davis Polk? And if so, when did yall apply? Thank you. I applied on the 7th of Jan. Also has anyone heard from LW and Jones Day?

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