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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Guys, I have a couple of questions regarding the Freshfields application. Firstly, there are two options available: one trainee associate and one LPC graduate. Do you know the difference? Finally, can you guys log in to your Vantage account?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Has anyone heard back from Arnold or Morgan Lewis for their direct tc?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi guys, Has anyone received an email from Bakers after being put on a waiting list for an AC?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi guys, Is anyone able to tell me how does Freshfields recruitment process works? It seems that people get rejected after scoring a high percentile, is the application more important than the WG score?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    After passing the proofreading test, I have just been invited to a first interview.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I am sorry, do you mind if I ask you when did you do the test?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Same with feedback which included my not up to standard academic value..most of the BUILD candidates are Cambridge/Oxford..I am sorry but not sorry!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I was invited to the proofreading test
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi guys, Does the BCLP test include a video interview element?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Farrer proofreading test invite, does anyone know what it entails?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    For those who applied to Withers, where did you include your GDL and LPC grades?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Thank you, @Jessica Booker, May I ask you if I can include reaching a first place in a national business competition?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I am feeling a bit stupid but is anyone having problems with completing the academic section of Withers application?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi @Jessica Booker, I hope you are well. I am currently completing an application and one of their questions is asking to give details of any academic awards, prizes or scholarships obtained after leaving school and state the year obtained, does the term school include or exclude university...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi @Jessica Booker I hope you are well. I have been put on a hold list for a direct tc. I completed my VI and need to wait if they are going to have more AC or if someone is going to drop out. I was wondering if I could email the firm and ask if, in case none of the above happens, I could be...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congrats! Can I ask when you heard back from A&O Shearman and when you applied?

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