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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Just to let you know that if you have an upcoming AC, today episode of Wake up to Money is fundamental and exceptionally good!!!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you @Jessica Booker, You confirmed my feelings..I did some math in the meantime and I would give away so much money every month:(
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Guys, I do not know if this is the right thread but I have been approached for a new job and it is inside IR35 scheme. Do you have any useful link or information...google is scaring me
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Is anyone taking part in Legal cheek event this Thursday? It is with White & Case and I might miss a part and was wondering if someone could share their note with me.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone heard back from SH regarding the AS scheme?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Wow that’s a good insight!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @Jessica Booker, I am getting in touch with a number of firms to explain my mitigating circumstances and how they impacted on my grades. Because I want a direct answer how can I be bold without sounding rude? thank you 🙏
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    TC Application Writing Group

    It was excellent, see you at 6PM:)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Did anyone apply to Vinson & Elkins and is happy to tell me how they approached their cover letter?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Goodness me, Farrer & Co application is a novel...so many questions!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It seems that you cannot, so sorry
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    TC Application Writing Group

    I like this PM me and we can discuss further
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I am currently trying to refine my answer where I am trying to describe the firm's growth strategy and compare to other mid-sized firms, do I need to drop a specific competitors?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @Jessica Booker could I write you privately about my mitigating circumstances?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Training is unlikely to be impacted..as BLM is going to disappear. A number of lawyers from both firms left, BLM is a very good bite. Everyone thinks that BLM was such a small player, they pay rubbish but they are very good in the insurance sector and they are on some excellent legal...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Is anyone going to BCLP virtual spring event?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Does anyone know a trainee or future trainee at Stephenson harwood?

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