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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone know if TCLA are offering part time roles to future trainees?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    anyone know if Fried Frank gives out watson glasers automatically or after reviewing your app?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    anyone know if fried frank sends out WG invites automatically? Or do they review your app first?
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    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi, Just two questions: 1. I understand that private equity is not offered as a specific seat for your training contract, is it encompassed within the M&A seat? If so, are the seats offered broad in nature? For instance, M&A covers public/private M&A/private equity? 2. What makes Paul, Weiss...

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