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Recent content by Tariq Kioumji

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

    This is my second cycle applying to vac schemes, and I feel like another route to securing a TC is by being a paralegal. Or at the very least, it would strengthen my applications. I'm finding it near impossible to even secure a paralegal role (I'm non-law graduate). So, I'm considering doing the...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Congrats! When did you apply/ receive the invite??
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Thanks! I guess they have set dates throughout the application cycle where they respond back to applications. Hopefully, it won't be too long!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I applied on the 2nd of Jan and I still haven't heard back. Best of luck with the interview!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Congrats on reaching the interview stage! I'm still waiting on a response to my application.. How long did they take to get back to you?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Congratulations on the interview that is amazing!. I'm still waiting to see if i passed the application.
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Thanks! i applied end of Dec so my application might not even be considered for this round of ACs. Best of luck!!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Congrats on getting an invite! When did you apply if you don't mind me asking.
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hey, I'm not too sure how it works, but I think for the vac schemes firms will use a tier 5 visa rather than a tier 2 visa.
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Congratulations on the VI!! Do you know if Jones Day contacted your referee?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hopefully we'll hear back something soon!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Has anyone heard back from BCLP?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    If I haven't received a VI from Gowling yet, should I assume I've been rejected?
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    Gowling WLG VC Application Question

    If I haven't received an invitation to the VI from Gowling yet, should I assume I've been rejected?

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