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Recent content by syw

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

    A plain PFO and then a new email
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    TS PFO, but then TS invite for direct tc route! They said in the email they are expanding their trainee pool, and increasing numbers
  3. syw

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

    Does anyone have any advice as to what portion of words should be allocated for the 'how does this relate to Ashurst' section for Ashurst's question 'Please tell us about a recent news article that interests you and how this relates to Ashurst? (300 words max) '. So far I've drafted an answer...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    The Wellcome Collection library is great, it's near Euston/Warren Street way and there are often a lot of students studying there. They also have a silent section to study/work in as well, and a cafe for your good old caffeine fix!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone heard from Shoosmiths?
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi @Jessica Booker , I have had a couple of experiences when interviewing for paralegal roles at city firms in London that have essentially confused me. In essence, I have been asked 'what are your long-term ambitions', and I have found that answering in all honesty, namely that I am aiming to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Does anyone have any advice on how best to answer 'What do you think is the biggest opportunity for [x firm] in the near future? Would you split this by opportunities for the firm's client's, and therefore business for the firm, as well as general opportunities to stay competitive?
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    TC Application Writing Group

    Count me in!
  9. syw

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

    is this for Direct TC? I thought they were non-rolling
  10. syw

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

    Does anyone know what the cut off- percentile is for Freshfields for AC/interview stage?
  11. syw

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

    Unfortunately from what I have experienced I can vouch for this.. I applied last year and never received an outcome despite sending email chasers for an update. I also thought my app and test scores were pretty strong so kinda sucks
  12. syw

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

    Has anyone who applied to Dentons Direct TC (2022/2023) heard back/received a WG invite? I emailed them in early Feb and they emailed back saying they review on a rolling-basis but I still have not yet received any update/WG...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Updated around 25 Jan from what I can remember
  14. syw

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

    I applied a day before the deadline
  15. syw

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

    Freshfields WG invite (finally!)
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