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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Ah sorry about that but good luck with the TC if you applied for it!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    “Please note that due to the high volume of applications received, I am unable to offer individual feedback but hope you take confidence from hearing your application was strong.” Thats what it said for me and it was the fifth paragraph in the email if that helps! (Just putting this in case you...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    It seems some have received it and others haven’t! So now idk how to feel either :(
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I agree I also applied to the TC, ugh sorry about your PFO good luck with the TC!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Sorry to hear this! Can I ask in your email did it say something along the lines of “hope you take confidence in knowing your application was strong”?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Nope it was for the Leeds office and I got the email at 16:09 to be exact
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Shoosmiths PFO finally!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi all, I haven’t heard a thing from DWF since I submitted my TC. I’ve even logged in and there’s no updates or emails I’ve missed.. seen as ppl have had VIs should I count this as a PFO? Should I email them? Sorry I have no clue what to do but constantly checking my emails every day is draining...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi guys just wondering if anyone has heard back from DWF? I’ve not heard a thing and I’m wondering if that means PFO?

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