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  1. yasmars

    My TC journey!

    Update✨: I've taken a well-needed break from drafting applications. I feel much more rested but this means I’m now rushing to send off some last minute applications. I am now aiming to complete and send off my Goodwin application tomorrow. Rejections: I received a rejection from Travers...
  2. law23

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Oh wow, massive congratulations! Are you a first steps fast track?
  3. Andrei Radu

    My TC journey!

    Huge congratulations for progressing with Willkie, it is a huge achievement! Willkie's applications are incredibly competitive, and by reaching this stage it already means you were selected as likely having done better than 95% of other candidates. This should provide you with the confirmation...
  4. law23

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    For First Steps last year it was 2 minutes to prep - I believe it was the same format for the VS. Obviously this is last year's experience so may now be out of date :)
  5. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This is a really good question. I have quoted some posts to help. With regards your more specific questions… Is it best to state firms that are similar to the firm so that your 'interest' in the firm seems more genuine? Or does it not really matter what the other firms you've applied to are...
  6. law23

    First Year Open Days/Insight Schemes 2021/2022

    CMS first steps offer!
  7. JusticeJo

    CMS Opportunities 2021/22

    For First Steps.
  8. S

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I hope you get through! I don't think it's a matter of time - you just get the reply when you have to. I haven't received the A&O next steps email but I am positive so let's see. that sounds like a good idea, thank you so much! OMG Yes - WGs are not the best way to assess me haha - I say this...
  9. tt_xo

    CMS Opportunities 2021/22

    ...me to share some of the most relevant opportunities CMS has available for this year. Applications for both the CMS Academy and the CMS First Steps are now open, and both close on the 24th of December 2021. A little bit about CMS Academy: The CMS Academy is an innovative and varied three-week...
  10. Aspiringlawyer14

    First year scheme dilemma!!

    ...which first-year scheme is better (let's say my interest in both firms is fully equal and there is no differentiator for me) - CMS First Steps or the DLA Piper insight programme? If anyone has done these, I'd love opinions on which one to pick potentially Some important things for me -...
  11. jadelsxo

    CMS Opportunities 2021/22

    Does CMS only do first steps on one week or are there various weeks for different groups of participants?
  12. I

    CMS Opportunities 2021/22

    Is this for CMS Academy or First Steps? I didn't realise there was a benchmark for First Steps
  13. Aspiringlawyer14

    First year scheme dilemma!!

    Thanks so much George, will have a look now!
  14. kokothemagicdragon

    CMS Opportunities 2021/22

    check your CMS portal and spam! If you have received nothing then email them...
  15. law23

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    ✨✨✨Manifesting a CMS First Steps VI invite today✨✨✨
  16. xtinew

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I think they are only offering to First Steps and Brand Ambassadors first (similar to DLA Piper). We will probably hear back later this month regarding ACs.
  17. George Maxwell

    First year scheme dilemma!!

    ...the page if you are using a laptop!). This might give you the names of some users who have experience with one or both firms, in addition to potentially yielding some useful content for you to have a look at to help you with your decision! For example, searching "CMS First Steps" looks promising!
  18. JusticeJo

    CMS Opportunities 2021/22

    Good morning! I would like to ask if after submitting the Watson Glaser Test, I heard nothing back- does that mean I was unsuccessful this time on passing the test? In one of the webinars I have attended, the firm stated that they would always give applicants feedback regarding their...
  19. A

    CMS Opportunities 2021/22

    Hi! Hope you're well. I am applying for the CMS Solicitors apprenticeship for 2022. Any advice you can perhaps give?

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