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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

Goodwin PFO :(
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- Post #9,912
- Jan 24, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

I have a quick question. What is the differentiation between the interview question: Why firm? and why you want to become a commercial lawyer at the firm. Does the second question essentially focus on my interest in commercial law, and can I link my internship experience at various law firms...
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- Post #2,025
- Jan 21, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

Can I use the same answer for "Why Firm?" in the video interview as my online application?
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- Post #2,022
- Jan 21, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

Bristows VI, does anyone have any experience with the interview?
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- Post #2,016
- Jan 19, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

Pinsent Masons PFO (Manchester)
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- Post #2,007
- Jan 19, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

Has anyone heard for Pinsent Masons Direct TC Manchester Office?
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- Post #1,955
- Jan 17, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

I did the NRF direct TC application last cycle. It was an online application+ WG and game-based assessment + Telephone Interview+ AC.
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- Post #7,885
- Jan 11, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

Is there anyone that hasn't heard from Latham & Watkins yet for either spring or summer VS?
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- Post #7,537
- Jan 9, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

Thank you so much!
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- Post #7,490
- Jan 9, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

Anyone has received updates for: 1. Linklaters Direct TC 2. Pinsent Masons 3. Bristows Direct TC
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- Post #1,724
- Jan 4, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

I read somewhere on these threads that Goodwin replies around January third week.
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- Post #6,827
- Jan 4, 2024
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

I think it's 11:59PM
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- Post #6,442
- Dec 31, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

Thanks for the advice! Ill work on it
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- Post #1,678
- Dec 29, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

Can someone give me insights into what kind of questions are asked in a CV-based interview and how to prepare for it? Thank you!
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- Post #1,673
- Dec 29, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

Thank you so much Jessica! This is really helpful to brainstorm
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- Post #6,228
- Dec 27, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

How should I tackle the "Tell us about a situation where you made a decision and then changed your mind." potential interview question? @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre
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- Post #6,205
- Dec 27, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

I am having trouble answering a potential interview question based on the competencies. "Tell me about a time when you had to influence others with your opinion/suggestion" @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre what kind of examples or scenarios can I use? I'm having a hard time with this question.
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- Post #6,200
- Dec 27, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

Has anyone heard from Linklaters Direct TC or will the firm reply in January?
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- Post #1,619
- Dec 21, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

Is that the WG score by any chance?
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- Post #5,750
- Dec 18, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
International student/Paralegal - Ask me anything

I have found a Paralegal listing that I would like to apply for, however, it requires a cover letter. @Jessica Booker or anyone that has experience as a Paralegal, tell me how to structure and draft cover letters for these roles. Since I read online that it focuses more on the transferable...
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- Post #11
- Dec 18, 2023
- Forum: General Discussion

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