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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I know the deadline was only a couple of weeks ago, but does anyone have any idea as to how long it usually takes Kennedys to respond?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Do you think it’s worth emailing them to ask when we might have a response?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Anyone have any idea when Irwin Mitchell might get back post-VI? This is for the direct TC
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Still nothing from MWE?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Assuming for everyone it’s still radio silence from McDermott Will & Emery?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone not heard anything from Fieldfisher? I applied on 24th December which I know was the Christmas period but people seem to have heard back from them quite quick so now I’m worried
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I wouldn’t worry too much, last year I applied in May and didn’t hear back from them until August
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Know this will probably be a no, but has anyone actually heard anything at all from McDermott Will & Emery since they submitted their TC application?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Know this will probably be a no, but has anyone actually heard anything at all from McDermott Will & Emery since they submitted their TC application?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I’ve still heard nothing as well, don’t know what to make of it
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I’m assuming this is for the London office? I’ve just been able to submit my app for the Manchester office. I’m assuming that because it states on the job page for TCs that they can offer TCs before the deadline that if they have enough before the deadline then they’ll just shut them.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Random question, but does anyone know if Fieldfisher closes its offices between Christmas and New Year?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Sharing in the pain :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Thanks very much!!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi @Jessica Booker, how would you go about structuring an answer to this type of question, I’m struggling a bit with it: “Choose a recent news article or a current social issue that interests you. Provide a detailed analysis of the various perspectives, arguments, and potential implications...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Still no word from McDermott anyone?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I haven’t even applied yet!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I’ve been invited to a video interview at Irwin Mitchell (which I think are just recorded video questions). Anyone have any hints or tips as to what questions or types of questions might come up?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi @Jessica Booker, just a quick question about Kennedys if you happen to know the answer. Are you only allowed to apply for one office or can you apply for more than one since the website appears to allow you to submit two applications for e.g. Liverpool and Manchester offices?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Anyone know how long it takes Irwin Mitchell to get back to you after you’ve completed the online assessment? Or is it not until after the deadline?

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