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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi, I accepted last round actually.
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi Jessica, Yes, if you could please provide the link I would definitely like to join. My priority seat cannot change but the remaining 3 can change as before each rotation we will be ranking all the departments in order for our seat preferences.
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi everyone, I have secured a TC :) Currently choosing my seats. Certain I want to do IP Tech and Disputes. Choosing between Corporate Finance, M&A, Financial Services Regulatory and Competition, Trade and Foreign Investment. I want to do Corporate Finance, but was wondering if I choose that...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi everyone, I have secured a TC :) Currently choosing my seats. Certain I want to do IP Tech and Disputes. Choosing between Corporate Finance, M&A, Financial Services Regulatory and Competition, Trade and Foreign Investment. I want to do Corporate Finance, but was wondering if I choose that...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thanks Jessica! Appreciate this info. Do you know if any firms do not require the SQE or is that across the board?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you, that's very helpful!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi guys Got an offer for a TC from a firm. Although I have done the LPC, they are requiring me to do the SQE as well. Has anyone experienced this with other firms?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi guys Got an offer for a TC from a firm. Although I have done the LPC, they are requiring me to do the SQE as well. Has anyone experienced this with other firms?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi everyone, I'm doing the Baker McKenzie AC and was wondering if anyone has any tips on what to expect. I know I'll be doing the following: - A document checking exercise - Group Exercise - an interview with an Associate -a case study based interview with up to two Partners. Any advice...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi everyone, Does anyone know how long one is given to prepare and then answer the Baker McKenzie Video Interview questions? @James Carrabino
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi everyone, For Ashurst VS application how would you approach the first part of this question relating to yourself, your skills and achievements, 'Please use this section to tell us about yourself, your skills, achievements and why you want to train as a solicitor and work at Ashurst. (750...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi everyone Does anyone know how to tackle this question for the Allen & Overy vacation scheme application, 'Why do you want to become a commercial lawyer at A&O and what do you think are the key skills and qualities required for success?'. Not sure if this is a why commercial law question or...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you this is extremely helpful!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi everyone I am struggling to answer this question for the Baker McKenzie VS application - 'Law firms are all different - tell us about three things, that you feel differentiate Baker McKenzie from other leading firms and encouraged you to apply?' Can anyone give any insight into what...

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