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TCLA Summer Bootcamp
Hey there! Yes that's exactly right, a subscription will give you access to all the ongoing sessions. Hope to see you in the class tonight!- Jaysen
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- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Summer Bootcamp
Unfortunately I've checked and it doesn't look like we'll be able to live stream this event. But don't worry - we'll make sure you're all caught up when we kick off our first M&A session :)- Jaysen
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- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
This is amazing news, really well done. I know it can be hard to know what to expect on a vacation scheme (or how to do well!). This video should help - you'll hear from five future trainees about how they converted their vacation scheme into a training contract...- Jaysen
- Post #18,553
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Summer Bootcamp
Hey there! Sorry you haven't received a response yet. We are looking to see if there are live stream facilities for the in person sessions, but if not, we'll be running the bulk of the programme remotely so you don't miss out :)- Jaysen
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- Forum: General Discussion
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8 April 2024 M&A is Back?!
Full Disclosure: M&A is Back?! By Jaysen Sutton Hi Reader 👋🏽, The Story: In the first three months of 2024, there were over twice as many ‘blockbuster’ M&A deals (valued at over $10bn each) compared to the prior year. This has led the global value of deals to increase by 21% to more...- Jaysen
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- Category: Commercial Awareness
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8 April 2024 What is going on with Sam Bankman-Fried/FTX?
Full Disclosure: What is going on with Sam Bankman-Fried/FTX? By Jaysen Sutton Hi Reader 👋🏽, The Story: A US judge sentenced Sam Bankman-Fried to 25 years in prison. The sentencing follows Sam’s conviction of seven charges, including fraud and conspiracy to commit fraud. What you need...- Jaysen
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- Category: Commercial Awareness
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8 April 2024 This Week's Practice Area News
Full Disclosure: Practice Area News By Jaysen Sutton Hi Reader 👋🏽, It's the second week of April, 2024. Here are the most relevant stories for you to be aware of as an aspiring lawyer, from all of the main practice areas: Mergers & Acquisitions Majestic buys Vagabond Wines out of...- Jaysen
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- Category: Commercial Awareness
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
This is an amazing testimonial to your perseverance. Huge congratulations!- Jaysen
- Post #3,909
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
We'll really miss you at TCLA @axelbeugre, especially your presence in the office. Thank you for everything you have done for us and for this community.- Jaysen
- Post #3,908
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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SQE Resit Policy by Law Firm
A good article in The Lawyer today regarding the NDA students have to sign when completing the SQE exam. For those worried, this was particularly relevant to me (bold added for emphasis): 'A spokesperson for the SRA said: “The confidentiality agreement relates to the content of the assessments...- Jaysen
- Post #13
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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How can TCLA improve?
This is great, thank you. We tend to redo our profiles between June and August, so I will add to this to the list.- Jaysen
- Post #19
- Forum: General Discussion
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How can TCLA improve?
Thanks for sharing @SS21 - that is correct at the moment! Which Middle East focussed profiles would you like to see?- Jaysen
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- Forum: General Discussion
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SQE Resit Policy by Law Firm
I'll use this post to collate any noteworthy accounts from social media. 1. SQE marking error (Link)- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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SQE Resit Policy by Law Firm
Thanks everyone. I will keep updating the first post the more I hear back. Please feel free to let me know as and when you hear of other law firms.- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
The nice thing about a short telephone interview is that you won't be asked that many questions, especially taken into account the introduction and a brief opportunity to ask any questions. Here are a few thoughts: 1. Test out the location that you are taking the phone call in. Make sure you...- Jaysen
- Post #17,516
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Kindly Requesting Feedback for my Unsuccessful Latham First Year scheme application- is anyone able to review please (would be greatly appreciated)
Feel free to send it to me via DM and I'll take a look :)- Jaysen
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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25 March 2024 What went wrong with Ted Baker?
Full Disclosure: What went wrong with Ted Baker? By Jaysen Sutton Hi Reader 👋🏽, The Story: Ted Baker announced its intention to appoint administrators last week. The British clothing retailer follows the likes of The Body Shop and Wilko to enter into an insolvency procedure in the last...- Jaysen
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- Category: Commercial Awareness
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25 March 2024 Central Bank Sticks to Interest Rate Cuts
Full Disclosure: Central Bank Sticks to Interest Rate Cuts By Jaysen Sutton Hi Reader 👋🏽, The Story: The market got a bit excited last week. This is not because the Federal Reserve decided to keep the interest rate the same (5.25-5.5%), but because it plans to stick with its series of...- Jaysen
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Hey everyone - I have taken over the thread to share SQE resit policies transparently. You can find this here and private message me if you have any information.- Jaysen
- Post #17,304
- Forum: Applications Discussion