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  1. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Grateful to see someone in the same boat. How far did you make it to in the last cycle?
  2. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone applied to Stephenson Harwood’s WVS and never head back, no tests whatsoever, only a confirmation of submission? When asked which scheme I would be interested in, I clicked winter, spring and summer. I’m not sure if that’s why I never heard back or if it was because I applied for a...
  3. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I just submitted an application for Fieldfisher's Diversity Access Scheme and for the "grade/level achieved", I put 2.1 since it didn't require a module breakdown. Would this be a problem for grad rec?
  4. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone know what’s the difference between Freshfield’s Winter and Summer Intakes for direct TC?
  5. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I am currently working on Reed Smith’s application and was wondering for the question “Focusing on one of Reed Smith’s sectors, what current issues do you think will impact this sector? What opportunities or challenges could this present Reed Smith or our clients? (300 words)” Do I have to talk...
  6. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you! Best of luck with it!
  7. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congrats! When is/was your AC?
  8. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Oh, that's interesting. Maybe I'll apply for the London SVS one then. I'm worried because it's an automated test, they will tell you they have filled up after you have done the test. How long do you have to complete the assessment?
  9. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I thought so too but on their Instagram, they posted "we still have a few schemes open..." and London SVS wasn't mentioned at all.
  10. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    On their “Kickstart Your Careers” Page, it says “Applications are now closed, please register your interest below to receive updates when applications reopen.”
  11. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you! The question is why the firm.
  12. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    If a question has a word limit of 250 words, can I get away with only mentioning two points? I originally had three points but felt like I am not able to fully expand on them without removing one.
  13. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Thank you so much, Jessica!
  14. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I was wondering whether grad rec finds it annoying if I detail a work experience to demonstrate a skill in a question when it has already been mentioned in the work experience section?
  15. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you! And many thanks to @axelbeugre as well! I just saw they posted on Instagram their Bristol VS is still open so I’m gonna email them about the London one. Worst case scenario, is it possible to do a VS in Bristol and then get a TC in London if I make it that far?
  16. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone know if it’s too late to apply for Simmons & Simmons? I’ve seen people already receiving offers for SVS since it’s rolling. On their “Kickstart Your Career” page, it says applications are now closed, but on their “Graduate Opportunities” page, I can still access the form.
  17. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I just did Pinsent Mason's Blended Test. Towards the end, my computer crashed a few times and so I had to close the browser. It didn't affect the VI portion. However, since they said at the beginning of the test that they record the entire process, is it worth contacting grad rec and letting...
  18. MrHubertLouis

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I just did Pinsent Mason's Blended Test. Towards the end, my computer crashed a few times and so I had to close the browser. It didn't affect the VI portion. However, since they said at the beginning of the test that they record the entire process, is it worth contacting grad rec and letting...
  19. MrHubertLouis

    Stephenson Harwood VS 2023-2024

    Hi, does anyone know for the article summary question if we’re supposed to use all 600 words? The article itself is only 1200 words, 600 seems way too long for a summary.
  20. MrHubertLouis

    Self Intro

    Hi everybody, I'm Hubert, an LLB grad from KCL. I've been working as a paralegal for over half a year now, and I'm hoping to secure a Training Contract soon. I'd appreciate any advice from interview strategies to assessment day tips!
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