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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I went straight into it and structured it as overview and then key points.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congrats for Reed Smith VI everyone! I did the test a while ago now but think competency questions. Have some strong examples at hand for different scenarios and have a think of the type of skills a solicitor might need :) I hope that helps!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hill Dickinson grad rec said we will hear from them after the first or second week of Feb
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I applied for WFW TC in mid November but haven’t heard anything yet. Is it normal not to hear anything for a while as firms are currently prioritising/recruiting for their vac schemes ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I’ve had no news since 12th December 😪
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I completed the Simmons test in mid November and still haven’t heard anything
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    For the work experience section of NRF application do we include a description of each entry? How many words should it be ?

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