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  1. Marissa

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Is Mayer Brown's online test invite automatic or do they screen apps first before sending invites?
  2. Marissa

    Weil Training Contract Application 2025

    Just completed the VI and couldn’t see myself when answering the questions. I was able to when practicing but the image appeared streched so my head looked wider than normal. Hopefully that doesn’t matter too much. I used an iPad to complete it. Good luck to everyone else who’s doing it!
  3. Marissa

    Weil Training Contract Application 2025

    Weil VI invite as well!
  4. Marissa

    Cleary Training Contract Application 2025

    PFO from them just now.
  5. Marissa

    Norton Rose Fulbright Training Contract Application 2025

    Does anyone know if we would hear back by telephone or by email?
  6. Marissa

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I'm not aware of a list specifically for law firms, but there is a website where you can search for all companies (including law firms) that hold a tier 2 sponsorship licence - https://uktiersponsors.co.uk
  7. Marissa

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Received my PFO from them 20 mins ago
  8. Marissa

    Norton Rose Fulbright Training Contract Application 2025

    AC invite, I think I am 2nd batch…
  9. Marissa

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Last cycle's TC questions: Please use this section to tell us about yourself, your skills, achievements and why you want to train as a solicitor and work at Ashurst. (750 words max) Describe what you think it takes to be a successful commercial lawyer and what are some of the challenges you...
  10. Marissa

    Norton Rose Fulbright Training Contract Application 2025

    TI Invite this morning !!
  11. Marissa

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi all, For firms that have virtual work experience programmes on Forage, would you recommend always complete them before applying for TCs, and how likely do they boost your app? Ive worked almost 2 years as paralegal for a silver circle law firm and a top uk clearing bank so I have experience...
  12. Marissa

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    One from last year‘s spring VS: Introduce us to a topic you know about and explain why it interests you. (We are looking for structure and succinctness in your answer. Your answer does not need to be related to law or HSF and it is a chance for us to find out more about you and your interests)...
  13. Marissa

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    These were the questions last year: In no more than 250 words, what are your motivations for applying to Clifford Chance? In no more than 250 words, tell us how the skills and attributes you have developed to date will help you excel as a Clifford Chance lawyer. In no more than 400 words tell...

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