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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It was an absolute pleasure meeting you too, not sure if you remember me. Would really like to keep in touch, can i message you x
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Congratulations! me too 😭. See you guys there
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Nope, had mine today and they said we would know by the end of the week 🙂
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Thank you for putting my mind at ease. Did any questions stand out e.g was it mostly competency questions or basics like why law, why the firm etc?
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I applied for manchester and Nottingham, have you booked your interview yet?
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Congratulations! Me too, which location did you apply for?

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