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

    Can someone direct me to a website where I can find info about legal trends in Asia? Thank you so much
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    BLM and Clyde
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    Thank you @James Carrabino, you are an angel. I am taking into account: 1)increasing importance in x industry because of the firm's ability to extend its services from simple litigation to finance and can compete with MC firms. 2) International strategy 3) Growth plan with an increasing focus...
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    Thank you Jessica
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    Hi guys, Sorry to bother but it is my first time where I am asked to identify the firm's competitors. While I can easily identify competitors when it comes to practice areas, I still have doubts when it comes to other aspects. For example, if the firm follows a specific international and...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well, I few months ago I had an interview (always looking for opportunities and practice makes you better at interviews)..I did a a joke which was funny in my head (I am a terrible person)..whooo it did not land! I am still laughing tho!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey guys have you ever done a numerical reasoning test for EY?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi George, They are all mid-sized law firm with strong shipping practice but their international strategy differs quite a bit. My plan is to compare 3 aspects of SH: international strategy when it comes to shipping firms, the growth from a litigation specialist to becoming a good finance...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi guys, Would you describe Stephenson Harwood as a medium-sized firm and compare it to Watson Farley or Reed Smith? I want to focus on the firm's international strategy which seems a bit on pause. The firm is strong in Asia, South-East Asia and Europe but it is not pushing further which could...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Any updates from Gibson?!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I have to answer a question where I need to compare a firm with its competitors. i identified some of the firm competitors and I can analyse their respective approach to certain practice areas. But what also should I consider? Their international strategy, their financial results?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    My personal opinion, I would not include it because it is not actual job you have done yet.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    My chat with @Jessica Booker was even better than I envisioned! Thank you for your tips
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    check here https://uktrainee.wfw.com/how-to-apply/what-are-we-looking-for/
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well they made the decision for me..their requirements are quite strict
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Guys did you know if Watson Farley hire predominantly from their VS or also offer direct tc?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Feeling weirdly excited for my call with @Jessica Booker later this afternoon.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I do not know but you can create one
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    I would not if they do not mention it..you gotta look good :)
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    No

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