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  1. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    The website says that they are currently recruiting for individuals who can start in March 2026. I'm not sure if that means the TC or the SQE.
  2. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I read somewhere, not sure where, but it said that RS considers the VI and SJT scores cumulatively. So I think it can balance out. Let's all hope for the best! 🤞
  3. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Do they screen the VIs on a rolling basis too? I thought it was just the application.
  4. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Is K&L Gates DTC rolling, and also, it says that there is a verbal reasoning test, so does that need to be completed along with the application, or is it sent later by the Grad Rec team as the 2nd stage? A clarification on these points will be helpful. Thank you! :)
  5. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Congratulations! Which firm did you get the TC from, if you don't mind sharing? Thank you! :)
  6. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Does anyone know how Reed Smith assesses the Feedback report? And are the SJT and VI evaluated together or separately?
  7. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Yes, it happened to me. But I copied the link into an incognito window and it started working for me again.
  8. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Yes I have had my application on hold once before the AC stage at Clifford Chance last year, but subsequently received a rejection. But you never know! 🤞🤞
  9. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    For Reed Smith, are we allowed to take a break between the SJT and the VI part? Or do both parts have to be in one seating?
  10. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Received Reed Smith VI Invite🥹, applied on 29 May. If anyone has prep tips for SJT and VI, please let me know!
  11. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    It's not over until you get a PFO🤞
  12. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Congratulations 🎉 🎉 When did you submit your Reed Smith Application? Additionally, is MacFarlanes rolling basis?
  13. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Thank you! And good luck with your scheme😊
  14. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Congratulations 🎉 I'm still waiting to hear from RS. I wanted to know how many questions does the VI have and also, I believe the test is a SJT? Thank you!
  15. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I read on their website that they recruit on a rolling basis and Candidates will be assessed and may be moved on to our online assessment stage and invited to an Assessment Centre whilst applications are still being accepted. Link: https://www.reedsmith.com/en/careers/general/uk-faqs

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