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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Thank you :) I submitted nearly 3 weeks ago and just wondering if anyone else has had to wait this long?
- kmo20
- Post #3,462
- Jul 13, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Does everyone get sent the Hogan Lovells test or is it selective?
- kmo20
- Post #3,453
- Jul 13, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Is a 1000 word cover letter too long for White & Case?
- kmo20
- Post #3,371
- Jul 8, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Has anyone heard from BCLP post test?
- kmo20
- Post #3,332
- Jul 6, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Hey congratulations! When did you complete your test? :)
- kmo20
- Post #3,279
- Jul 4, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Received Withers online Test invite and submitted my application on Monday (for those wondering how long they take to send the invite) :)
- kmo20
- Post #3,222
- Jun 30, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Would anyone be able to offer some advice on how to structure the White & Case cover letter? :)
- kmo20
- Post #15,028
- Jun 29, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Does anyone know how long HL take to send the Watson Glaser? I submitted my application last week but still haven’t received it :/
- kmo20
- Post #15,025
- Jun 29, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Does anyone know how long until BCLP stop sending out VI invites?
- kmo20
- Post #3,184
- Jun 28, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Hi, how much notice were you given before the interview? :)
- kmo20
- Post #3,129
- Jun 23, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

I think end of July or August :)
- kmo20
- Post #3,125
- Jun 22, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Does anyone know how long it takes to receive the Hogan Lovells Watson Glaser test? :)
- kmo20
- Post #3,111
- Jun 22, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Hogan Lovells question

Thank you so much for your help :)
- kmo20
- Post #44
- Jun 20, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Hogan Lovells question

Hi Jessica @Jessica Booker, I was wondering if you could give some insight into this question. I have an example of when I had to take a family member to A&E unexpectedly during exam season when I had multiple deadlines. Would this be an appropriate answer to this question and how I managed my...
- kmo20
- Post #42
- Jun 20, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Would anyone who has applied for the Hogan Lovells direct TC be able to offer any advice on the first application question? Any help would be really appreciated :)
- kmo20
- Post #3,070
- Jun 20, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Thank you so much, this is really helpful :)
- kmo20
- Post #14,970
- Jun 19, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Thank you! This is reassuring to hear :)
- kmo20
- Post #3,059
- Jun 19, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Thank you for your help! :)
- kmo20
- Post #14,968
- Jun 19, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Hi, is it recommended to put upcoming work experience on an application if it is confirmed and happening in a few weeks time? I was wondering if this would benefit my application if the firm knows I will have had some legal experience.
- kmo20
- Post #14,966
- Jun 19, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

Hi, does anyone have any advice for applying to Slaughter & May and Freshfields for the direct TC if I haven’t had a vacation scheme? Is it worth applying or will this greatly reduce my chances? Thank you :)
- kmo20
- Post #3,054
- Jun 19, 2023
- Forum: Applications Discussion

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