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  1. Scandi

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Right - thank you! 🥳 And I guess I find these agencies by applying generally? Such as Ryder Reid, etc?
  2. Scandi

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi guys! Do you have any recommendations on platforms to apply for paralegal positions? I've tried Google and LinkedIn with varied results. I would especially love to hear the input of @Jessica Booker - if you have the opportunity!
  3. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    They seem to run ACs throughout August at least, so I wouldn't worry too much
  4. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    A GDL clearly shows commitment to the law, which I think has helped my applications. If you do well on the GDL, that will also elevate your application. Usually, firms do not pay GDL fees retrospectively, but I think this can vary between firms.
  5. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Wondering the same. But wouldn't the 'why law/profession, why this firm, and my skillset' format be equally applicable? @Jessica Booker
  6. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey guys. Absolutely surreal to write this. But I just secured a training contract with one of my favourite international law firms in London! 🥳 🤩 Thank you, TCLA community, for contributing to achieving this. It has sometimes been daunting as an international student to try to enter the legal...
  7. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @Jessica Booker. There is a possibility that I might lose my status under the EU settlement scheme because of working abroad. However, if I am to start a training contract at a firm, do you think they would be amenable/likely to offer to sponsor another type of visa before starting the...
  8. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    They mentioned within two weeks after the VI (if you didn't take this into account)
  9. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Also curious - as the application deadline was 26 June
  10. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well done! Sending you some luck🍀
  11. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Wish we could read into the future🔮 But if it's one thing I've learned: it's not a PFO until it's a PFO - keep your chin up :)
  12. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I got it too. But I did not get any comment of the quality of my app in the last cycle (just checked).
  13. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Yeah, same. Shame they had no available/allocated slots to direct TCs
  14. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Stephenson Harwood WG! (post vac scheme PFO✌️)
  15. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It says 'passed the initial screening', so that suggests no (especially because of the time in between application and WG)
  16. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Same - nice to clear up that mystery:cool:
  17. Scandi

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I'd expect it within two weeks. Last year they got back to me the first week of August, but I applied early then.

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