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  1. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Thank you so much for your detailed response! Although just to clarify, the CMS I’m referring to is the law firm and not the software. Regardless your response has given me a lot of ideas on how I can approach this question. Thank you!!
  2. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    @Jessica Booker a question on the CMS Middle East TC app says “How could CMS use technology to help you further your legal career?” I’m not really sure how to approach this question and which points I should focus on. Do you have any advice on how I should approach this question? Thank you!
  3. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I sent the application and just put “N/A” in the box. I had to put something as I was required to answer.
  4. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    No this is an application for their Middle East tc.
  5. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    @Jessica Booker the Simmons and Simmons application asks when I’m planning to study the FE1s. I don’t know what that is. Could you please clarify what this is? Should I just write N/A in the relevant box?
  6. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    @Jessica Booker the Simmons and Simmons application only has one question and it says “Please give details of your interests and activities, positions of responsibility, skills and achievements. Please also include any other information relevant to your application. (250 words max)*”. Would you...
  7. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Is anyone waiting on Dentons to get back to them for the Middle East tc?
  8. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    How long does it usually take slaughter and may to get back to applicants post direct tc app?
  9. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Anyone know why Stephenson Harwood careers page is down?
  10. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Yeahh try logging out and logging back in. That worked for me.
  11. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I’ve only applied to their Middle East tc and that has always had a VI stage. Maybe they’re trynna make it consistent throughout all their programs idk.
  12. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Is the CC app on vantage working smoothly for anyone?
  13. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    How do we fix it cuz it’s still like that
  14. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Is anyone else not able to get past the personal info section on the CC apps? I press save & continue but it just doesn’t load and nothing changes. Even though I filled out all the components on the page.
  15. Zaidoz10

    White & Case Training Contract (2025)

    I am officially losing my mind.
  16. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Waiting to hear from these firms has made me hate Saturdays and Sundays.
  17. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Any news from Latham? The deadline was only 11 days ago so I assume it’ll be a while?
  18. Zaidoz10

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I think they’re sending out invites every Friday.
  19. Zaidoz10

    White & Case Training Contract (2025)

    I think they’re sending in batches every Friday like Freshfields. I’m saying this cuz the last two ppl who have heard back got their emails on Fridays.

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