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    Short Professional Introduction about myself

    Hi all, As part of my firm's website redesign, I have been tasked with producing a short introduction about myself which will be used on the website. I am currently a paralegal at the firm. I'm quite nervous as I have no idea what to write or even how to write it - the firm has stated it...
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    The Financial Conduct Authority

    Hi all, Having read a few M&A's, I was wondering why and how the FCA would get involved (e.g. stopping a proposed merger) in such deals and how businesses negotiate with the FCA to progress with their plans of merging with company X? I'd really appreciate a comprehensive response!
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    Commercial Awareness - Latest Stories

    Hey guys, Hope everyone is doing well. Unfortunately, with the current situation, I've been quite mentally drained and, therefore, haven't focused much on the commercial world. I would be grateful if the TCLA community could suggest some commercial articles/stories for me to follow up on...
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    Online Vacation Schemes

    Thanks for your reply, Daniel. Do you mind kindly elaborating on your experience with Gibson Dunn's online vacation scheme? Looking forward to receiving your response!
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    Online Vacation Schemes

    Hey guys, Hope everyone is doing well in these trying times. For those of you who will be commencing your vacation scheme online, I wanted to get your thoughts on what you're most looking forward to in terms of the online vacation scheme?
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    Virtual TC Assessments

    It's at one of the large city firms. Any advice would be much appreciated!
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    Virtual TC Assessments

    Hi everyone, I hope you're all well. Have any of you done a virtual TC assessment, or have you heard of how these assessments are operating? I would be really grateful if the TCLA community could provide some insight! Donzi

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