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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Is there any point applying to Freshfields for a TC if I haven't done any vac scheme?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone know when the deadline for Trowers is? The email says midnight Tuesday. Does that mean tonight or tomorrow night?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone know if the DWF Ethnic Minority Programme is the same as a Vac Scheme?
  4. lawgurl90

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hey, I'm a bit puzzled about whether Farrer and Co. recruit from the vacation scheme.
  5. lawgurl90

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi! Got VI invite for Irwin Mitchell Vac Scheme. Would be grateful if anyone can tell me what the questions are? Really freaking out over VI, I always mess up 🥲🥲🥲

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