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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hey, so unfortunately I got a PFO from Ashurst but I did go to an Ashurst in Action event. So you'll have two interviews, one for the WVS and one for the TC after completing the WVS. Interview 1 for WVS - Competency/behavioural questions and scenarios. Questions like tell us a time etc...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    That CC Watson Glaser had me banging my head against the table because I really HAD TO THINK 😂
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I’m in the same boat, I think the reality is that they would have surely gotten back to us by now having seen people get AC’s and interviews!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I’m assuming an Ashurst PFO at this point because it’s been a month, anyone else not heard ? 😂
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I think last year they were giving AC's until 8th November. So I still have some delusional hope. 😂
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone heard from Ashurst, who applied on the deadline?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congrats ! When did you submit your application ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone know if Ashurst has sent out a second batch of assessment centres. I submitted on the deadline so have no idea !
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I think so, it opens on 08/01/24. So in a couple of months !

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