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    Ask Willkie Farr & Gallagher Anything!

    Hi Gemma, In the work experience section, would it be ok for me to focus on certain situations where I made an impact rather than just listing the skills. Thank You !
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    Ask Willkie Farr & Gallagher Anything!

    Thank You Gemma !
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    Ask Willkie Farr & Gallagher Anything!

    Hi Gemma, I am going to make an application for Willkie, but feel like 250 words is not enough to express my interests because there are multiple reasons (I really like the firm). Do we have additional opportunities during the process to convey other motivations? Thank You
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction. I have some extra time to allocate to applications.Does anyone know of a private equity law firm that has no A-level requirements. Already applying to Paul Weiss, Willkie and Jones Day.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction. I have some extra time to allocate to applications.Does anyone know of a private equity law firm that has no A-level requirements. Already applied to Paul Weiss, Willkie and Jones Day.
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    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Good Morning, What distinguishes Paul, Weiss’ private equity practice from other firms? What’s one skill that a future trainee possess at Paul, Weiss? What is the firms international strategy? What will be the level of responsibility for a trainee? Thank you for answering my questions !
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    HSF PFO after the SJT - My application was beautiful though :(
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Pretty sure it's at 23:59 !
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hello Everyone, Could I have some tips on practising for SJT's. Thank You !
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi Everyone. Do you think there would be any point applying to Sidley ? I do not meet the A-Level requirements ?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Freshfields PFO - joining the boat! Can defo relate to a lot of people because I believe I really sold myself this time around !
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I think they send WG in batches - but I don’t think there’s a specific timeline they follow. It could be taking longer due to an increase of applications ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi, does anyone know if I should submit my FF personal statement as a PDF or Word Document? Thank You !
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Does anyone know if FF recruit on a rolling or non-rolling basis? Thank You !
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I still haven't heard back from Linklaters about the SVS, my application is still on hold... anyone else in the same positions? I applied mid December !
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Look at the end of the day, you can not change the outcome. Just believe that whatever happens is in YOUR best interest !
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    When did they let you know ?:)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I applied on the deadline, and took my WG 2 days after and haven’t heard anything
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Had anyone heard from Clifford Chance?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    They didn't mention anything like that, however, I would recommend preparing something for it in case it pops up. Prepare for how a news story might effect them or a client. You can never be too prepared. Good Luck !

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