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  1. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    on their site and email after sending the application: -February 1st 2025 - Applications open. -February 1st - April 1st 2025 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. All applications will be reviewed prior to online tests being sent out. -April 1st 2025 - Application deadline...
  2. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I think something to think about isn’t what the title/firm was but what transferable skills you gained. With that said though, direct apps usually have experienced applicants (a lot of foreign trained jurists) so experience is definitely valued
  3. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Indeed. The Q was about apps from the direct route.
  4. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    This thread has been so slow lately haha. Waiting sucks.
  5. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Those that have applied, what does your Baker McKenzie “anonymity” section say in your app overview? Not anonymous or Details locked?
  6. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    No news so far, only a feedback report. Last years forums suggest a big delay.
  7. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    From previous cycles, does anyone know whether there is any truth to Baker’s portal changing their Anonimity status from details locked to not anonymous being a signal that your app has been viewed/decided on?
  8. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    has anyone gotten an invite to the trainee simulation for Mayer brown yet? Only got the feedback report but nothing after
  9. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Apparently they have a semi healthy DTC intake but mostly VS. I think for DTC applicants they seem to be looking for more experience-heavy as they don’t have any application Qs. The test is automatic though so wouldn’t see it as much progress
  10. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Email from NRF: We wanted to take a moment to update you on our current recruitment plans. After careful consideration, we have decided not to open our direct training contract window this year. We appreciate your understanding and continued interest in our firm. Please keep an eye on our...
  11. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    yeah not sure how to interpret mine, 4 average, 1 above. the strengths seemed good tho but then again what do I know lol considering they have no app questions its a darts throw haha
  12. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    it appears they send them out about 48h after completing
  13. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Fair enough, thankfully in a situation where my partner fulfils all the criteria. nonetheless indeed it is a risk for them too.
  14. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Got the Mayer Brown feedback pack from their test just now.
  15. norothrow324

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    indeed. I noticed that they had done this last year but perhaps decided to remove for your reasons :)

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