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Recent content by TrainingContract2024

  1. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Do you know the latest date ACs were conducted last year? Thank you.
  2. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    i found the culture and values section of their website incredibly helpful for the assessment. it's quite similar to a&o shearman’s sjt, but slightly longer. all the best. i was also curious if this is for the summer vacation scheme. thank you!
  3. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    hi guys, for Freshfields' direct training contract application, would it be advisable to submit a CV even though it's optional?
  4. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I'm really sorry abt the PFO, but I’m sure you got this for your other applications, good luck! :) I’m not sure if it’s an error or if the automated system categorised it in a certain way, which might explain the wording.
  5. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I had a similar experience! It was quite contrary to the options I chose.
  6. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is it too late to apply to HSF's spring vac scheme scheme? should I apply for summer?
  7. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Has anyone still not heard back from W&C winter vac?
  8. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If you don't mind me asking, what are the firms which have no academic requirements? Thank you.
  9. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I think they got telephone interview invite post wg. If you don't mind me asking when did you take the wg? thanks.
  10. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone heard from b&b post wg for spring vac scheme? a few people who applied for direct training contract heard back post wg, so i was wondering if it is the same for spring vac scheme as well. Thank you!
  11. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    It is not that clear on the website, but it seems it is automated. I am sure you got this, good luck! :)
  12. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is Linklaters winter vacation scheme rolling? thanks
  13. TrainingContract2024

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is anyone still waiting for a&o Shearman post app? thanks.

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