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

    No I have not
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It is what they have available: perhaps a better housing situation, maybe they can afford private tutors, maybe they can study without financial worries and no need to work part-time or full-time. I hope to have more data but it is a conversation that we all need to have!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Frankly? I do not know because these are the first results but my personal idea is that the SQE is plain BS and will create a more white privileged industry. I am not against white people..my family and future wife are white! I feel you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

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

    Thank you for this.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I have to confess, I am one of those who, very now and then, gets an FT subscription (I guess I like to have a return on my money) but I do find hard to connect with people on Linkedin. I write a nice introduction and present myself in a professional manner and no answer most of the times. I...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you Rob..I owe you a beer mate!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi guys, I always struggle to relate the firm' s deals to my professional experience. For example, I mention the firm's work with a construction company and connect it to my legal experience in construction law but the feedback is always "you can add more". I am a bit lost!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you for this
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @Jessica Booker In addition to my cover letter, I also need to send my CV. Could I ask you what kind of format should I use? Can I have a statement? Can I use my paralegal CV?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Then yes, personally I would be more specific on why international firm.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It depends if they do multi jurisdictional work. I mean, there are silver city firms that do not do international work
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Is anyone applying or has applied to Gibson?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Is @Daniel Boden still part of the forum?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey, it is very likely that the firm will get in touch with you as Dentons did with me. Alternatively, personally, I would get in touch with the firm and explain the situation. It is not your fault, it is a technical issue.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Apparently my entire undergraduate section disappeared after sending my app.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you for your response. Do you mind telling me when did you apply?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Any news from Dentons?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Do you guys know when Covington will get back to candidates?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Guys do you know if slaughter is opening direct tc app for non law in March?

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