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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone applied to Winston & Strawn? I submitted my application 2 hours ago and have not received a confirmation email, wondering if this is normal and if I should not be worried. (I have checked my junk and spam folder 🙂)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you!! You have helped with my imposter syndrome so much, I never did not want to go into law but I went through a traumatic experience which significantly impacted me and I could hardly get out of bed never mind dedicate myself to law apps… I thought if I got into the big 4 it would be...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    @Jessica Booker I would love your advice! I have worked at a big 4 company in consulting for 2 years but I always wanted to pursue law, do you think applying to direct TC is an option (by that I mean a realistic one)? I am nearly a senior consultant and have gained great experience that is...

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