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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone received a rejection post Watson for freshfields?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you! Luckily they have resent the test over
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi guys I need a little bit of advice. I completed Herbert Smith Freehills test, but for some reason this hasn’t been recorded on the system and my application has been withdrawn. Do you think the HR team will be understanding if I explain this?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Amazing! How long did you hear back after doing the Watson Glaser?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone heard back post Watson for the freshfields 2024 training contract?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    When did you happen to submit Akin?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Is the Watson Glaser for freshfields automatically sent?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I was confused as well! Also, how do you add in your GCSE's/A levels on the app?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does Freshfields still require you to use its personal statement template for an application? I can't seem to locate it on the website
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    This makes sense, thank you!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi, just a bit of a grammar q, should 'banking paralegal' be capitalised? And should modules e.g., 'competition law' be capitalised?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi, I'm just wondering for the allen & overy question, 'Please identify an existing market development or future trend that will likely affect A&O clients and describe how this could provide the Firm with new opportunities to support its clients,' as I am applying for a UK VS, is it necessary...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Ah this makes sense! Thank you for the help
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi, I am preparing an answer for a question about a commercial topic that has interested you. Is it okay to talk about topical issues, I was thinking about discussing the energy crisis and its impact on energy companies, but I was unsure if this was too obvious of an answer. Is it okay to talk...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi everyone, I'm just wondering if I'm reapplying for a firm I had applied to the year prior, and it has the exact same application process (a cover letter), is it best for me to change my cover letter completely? I'm just aware a lot of my experiences/motivations will be the same. For context...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I'm just wondering if anyone has any general advice on how I should format my CV for the slaughter + may TC app? Any help/resources would be really appreciated
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Its a FTC role
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hiya, just a quick one. I am writing a TC application for a firm in which I have successfully been offered a paralegal position which I am to start in August. Are there any tips on how to incorporate this upcoming position in a 'why are you applying to us' application q?
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