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  1. Superfrozone

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    realistically when do you think we will hear back from Freshfields?
  2. Superfrozone

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey, I was part of the first cohort for their vac scheme and I did one page for the cover letter. I did their AC last year for the LBA programme was unsuccessful after my interview but still happy to offer any advice if you need it :)
  3. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I was just about to ask about applying to Katten. I have started my app but I’m not an international but wanted to hear if anyone has had an AC in prior years
  4. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know when we will hear back from Milbank( I assume after deadline but want to check)?
  5. Superfrozone

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does Clifford Chance send the WG automatically or..?
  6. Superfrozone

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I did close to the max word count
  7. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I don’t think we will hear back for a while as I think on the portal it said interviews were in February or near that month.
  8. Superfrozone

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I applied on the 20th and got a call yesterday!
  9. Superfrozone

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    That’s what I thought until I got a call asking for my availability.
  10. Superfrozone

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Travers Smith DTC 1st stage interview invite. Would love any advice if possible :)
  11. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    This is my exact thoughts!
  12. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I applied for the legal horizons workshop at Covington but got rejected. I am still applying for their winter vacation scheme but do you think there’s a chance I’ll be rejected again.
  13. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just sat the Freshfields test! Can someone confirm what the stages are for their vacation scheme? If you meet the benchmark for the test.. is it straight to AC or...?
  14. Superfrozone

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just received the freshfields online test for their direct TC! Any advice would be helpful
  15. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    has anyone got a rejection from NRF? I’m assuming those with 3/4 for most of the sections will have a VI?
  16. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yes, my laptop lagged too but I assume that the firm would factor that into account.
  17. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, I completed the NRF Artic shores test. Very interesting to say the least... How did others find it? How does NRF score this?
  18. Superfrozone

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything! (2025/26)

    Thank you!!!!
  19. Superfrozone

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything! (2025/26)

    Hi, I hope you guys are having a great day! I have a few questions: 1) Is the firm currently in the process of developing any pro-bono initiatives, as I know it is a big part of the US office? 2) With the firms Brussels and London offering a strong competition/litigation practice, is this an...
  20. Superfrozone

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For those applying to Dechert Winter Vac... have you heard back already or are still drafting your application? I am still drafting but I am aware it is rolling so slightly stressed.

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