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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Try checking out RollOnFriday and Reddit, you’ll find some honest insights there. In terms of career progression, Dentons seems worse than BCLP. I know BCLP is great for anyone interested in real estate, planning, and construction. If these are your areas of interest, BCLP would be a great...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    10 days (applied on 14 Feb, received the tests on 24 Feb, completed them on 2 Mar, received the results on 5 Mar) Though Mayer Brown is rolling, I’m still waiting to hear back on my application and tests. Hopefully I’ll get an invite for the job sim + VI
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I scored 3 average and 2 below average with work ethic, ownership and social adaptability as my top strengths. In previous years, some candidates progressed to the telephone interview stage with below average, while others didn’t progress despite having above average scores...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi everyone! With Trump targeting DEI initiatives at major US firms, how do you think this will impact UK recruitment? Any thoughts? For example, US government has written to 20 firms requesting information about equality practices...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    You should. They will know you applied in the last cycle anyway (cross checking name, email, etc). I don’t see any cons as Ashurst officially says: Can I reapply for a vacation scheme or Direct Training contract if I was previously unsuccessful? We only permit one application within each...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    12th Feb
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Thanks! No, I didn’t. The email says HL will not provide the scores. 😭 “We have carefully reviewed your application and test score. We regret to inform you that we are unable to continue with your application on this occasion. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide your...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hogan Lovells pfo post-WG
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi! I completed mine today. May I ask how long it took them to send the feedback reports?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Macfarlanes and Ashurst (still working on this app)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Sorry to hear that. Focus on your uni work, good grades can open doors now and in the future. No one will know about the rejections in VS / TC apps.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi Jessica! One follow-up question...should I be concerned about this if the law firm I work for overseas has partnered with MC/US firms on cross-border litigation and transaction matters I participated in? Aside from my paralegal and regulatory internship experiences in London, my work...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Linklaters pfo (spring) At least they got back to us 😆
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Huge congrats! Would you quit your job for the SQE prep? Do firms offer the option to take the SQE prep lessons online?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Same here! I actually did the SJT twice (VS and DTC), and the results were pretty different: VS Highest: explainer, relationship builder, adaptability Lowest: personal responsibility DTC Highest: analysis, relationship builder, credibility Lowest: adaptability Guess I really am a relationship...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Sorry to hear that. Did you ask for feedback? It might help you in the next ACs. Good luck!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Probably US firms and some international firms like NRF, Hogan Lovells, Ashurst, and DLA. Best to check directly with grad rec
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I’m really sorry to hear about all the rejections, it’s a tough process, and I know it can be frustrating. I’m not sure which firms you’re applying to, but every year, many candidates who require visa sponsorship secure training contracts, so I don’t think the visa is a major issue. MC / SC...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Congrats! Really impressive!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thanks! That’s the case for two firms. One has a small team in this practice, and the lawyer ranked in Chambers is actually a senior associate. From what I found on the firm's structure, a litigation partner seems to be overseeing his work. He’s also been on a podcast and shared insights in the...

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