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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone heard back from DLA piper post test?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I have a interview for Jones day spring vs next week. Can anyone here give tips as to what to expect and how to prepare for the interview?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Been there - spilled my hot coffee halfway in the interview and had a power cut
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Anyone heard back from Covington yet?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Many thanks. Appreciate the help!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone received the test for DLA piper - is it a automatic invite or do they screen our applications first?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    To be fair, I have applied for Covington (winter) and I have not heard back from them.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Yh
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    When can we expect a PFO from HSF? I see others have been contacted and thought that we should have been rejected by now
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Travers smith now takes 30 trainees per year. Do we still class this as a small trainee intake?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi Guys - has anyone heard back from HSF after doing the test and meeting the benchmark?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    For HSF application, one of the question is "What skills, qualities and attributes would you bring to the role? (Up to 300 words, inclusive of character limit)" - in terms of backing the skills gained from experiences - shall I just use two work experiences where I gained skills, qualities and...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi guys, I have submitted my application for A&O and have not received a link for the test (been more than a hour when application was submitted) - is this normal for other applicants too as I cant even find the link on the application portal
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Did not hear anything since submitting app
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    @Jessica Booker Hi Jessica, I am applying for the Allen & Overy VS. For the work experience section, it is asking for us to describe our experiences by talking about responsibilities and skills. Do I need to explicitly mention what skills I have gained from each experience.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I @Jessica Booker Can you please help with this?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone heard back from Orrick post tc app?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I believe eversheds has responded back to the tc apps! My friend just got an reply.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Birmingham
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Same. Received my Pinsent Mason invitation too!

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