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    Call for commercial awareness topics!

    Recently, came across a really interesting piece on the FT where Christopher Nolan spoke about his latest release, Oppenheimer. He said that Oppenheimer is very much a cautionary tale. America wanted to overtake Nazi Germany in the nuclear arms race but J Robert Oppenheimer resisted this move...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hey, when did you hear back? I haven’t heard back yet.. also do you know if they send out first round interview invites in batches or should I assume it’s a PFO? Thanks
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    Frustration - Not able to do a vacation scheme

    I can understand your dilemma. I'm in the same boat and got the Eversheds PFO this afternoon as well. As frustrating as it is, there really isn't much that can be done. I prefer to look at it this way - what if there were a couple of spots open for the Direct TC. At least now, it doesn't hurt...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Totally agree, I just got a PFO and the reason they gave is they filled all places from the summer vac scheme and internal positions… smh 😑
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    Aspiring Solicitors - Aspire 2023

    Hey! I’m in the program too! Look forward to meeting all participants
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    My journey to a TC-Non UK law degree

    Thank you! Wishing you the best of luck with your Paul Hastings application.
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    My journey to a TC-Non UK law degree

    Hi Hannah! Thank you so much for your kind message. I wish you the best of luck with your VS outcomes/direct TC applications. I hope you secure an offer soon. Good time to update the community about how I plan to spend July. I’ve submitted the direct TC application for Eversheds Sutherland, not...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Congratulations, this is very inspiring to hear!
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    My journey to a TC-Non UK law degree

    BCLP PFO post app/online test for Direct TC! That was way too quick 😂 The march continues…
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    It is automatic. I sent my application yesterday afternoon, received the test invite today morning.
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    My journey to a TC-Non UK law degree

    Update! Ashurst PFO, finished Macfarlanes application for direct TC and hoping to complete BCLP direct TC application by the end of this week As for my Ashurst app, I just cannot wrap my head around why I’m being constantly rejected post the application/online test stage. I literally...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Rejected from Ashurst 😶‍🌫️
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    Learn commercial awareness with me ahead of training contract interviews

    Very interesting commercial updates this week: 1) Google Brain-Deepmind merger: Interesting development after the CMA blocked Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The EU is really keen on significantly strengthening the DSA and it could mean more stringent requirements for tech M&A...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Same, I don’t have any ‘inbox’ on my application. No update on the portal either
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    IPO boom in the Middle East, a Qatari bid to buy Man Utd for a world record price of £5 billion, these events demonstrate strong private sector investment in the ME, and strong growth prospects for law firms should they decide expand their ME offerings, also found the recent business leaders...
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    My journey to a TC-Non UK law degree

    Hi Jaskaran, thank you for your kind words. I am not the best person to give advice but from what I have learned so far is to value and appreciate everything you have achieved to get to a certain point in your life. This is the mentality with which I went into my paralegal interviews. I spoke...
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    My journey to a TC-Non UK law degree

    Thank you so much Ali. This forum has been amazing and I shall definitely reach out if I need any help
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    My unusual journey to a TC

    Hi Ali, hearty congratulations mate! This is fantastic news. I’ve been following your personal thread since February when you started. You inspired me to start my own thread, your post really gives me so much optimism to hang in there and just keep applying. All the best with the scheme. I’m...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you, Jessica!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Is it advisable to mention the same commercial story when applying to different law firms considering they have strengths in similar practice areas? @Jessica Booker

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