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    Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️

    Could you provide some insights into the assessment process? They pose a challenge due to the absence of a benchmark. Will they be automated, or will RS send them after the application stage? Additionally, I'm curious if there will be 4-5 VI questions, considering that RS previously had a...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does Jones Day have stringent 2.1 requirements? I hold an average 2.1 with mitigating circumstances - would this result in an immediate rejection of my application?
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    Ask Reed Smith Anything! Join Rebecca Schrod, Karen Manu and Charlotte Lear ⬇️

    Further to this, is it the amberjack platform assessments?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Heard they are laying off associates - not sure if its a good time to apply?!
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    Ask Willkie Farr & Gallagher Anything!

    Hi @WillkieGemma Can we take it as Wilkie doesn't sponsor international candidates for training contracts?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    just generally asking firms that does automatic tests (all of them basically)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    can anyone tell me firms that send automatic tests once the app is submitted?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I feel like the first and last question might be too repetitive. should we focus more on my skills/achievements in the last question and link it back to ashurst. little confused. @Jessica Booker could you advise on this
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    This year's WVS questions: Tell us in 250 words why you are applying to Ashurst and what you know about the firm. (250 words max) * In 250 words tell us what a commercial lawyer does. (250 words max) * Please use this section to tell us about yourself, your skills, achievements and why...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    they legit uploaded a tiktok 40 mins ago hahaha
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    Further Timelines for those on Student Visa in UK....

    @BuddingLawyer - I'd like to mention that it could be beneficial for you to explore the updated SRA regulations for international qualified lawyers aiming to qualify as solicitors. These new rules offer a high degree of flexibility (though some might argue it's somewhat unjust to international...
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    Call for commercial awareness topics!

    Here's the article :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Is there anyone who has experience with the Amberjack Software Assessment - specifically the SJT blended test, which is utilized by companies like Simmons, Dentons, or WBD - and could assist me with a question? Regarding the verbal reasoning section, should we adhere to the reasoning and...
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    Call for commercial awareness topics!

    Hi @Jake Rickman - could TCLA consider creating an article or discussion regarding the criticism from the Norway oil fund chief concerning the UK's resistance to green measures?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I was actually looking to ask someone about this - thank youuu!! :D
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Also to add in: is it just SJT? Amberjack software always give you some verbal and numerical questions too.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I heard its just a critical thinking test similar to WGT
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Just curious to know: Do you have to take another WG test during the AC if you're selected for HL AC?

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