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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Random question but does anyone know which firm is acting in the sale of Chelsea FC?
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    Deferring training contract start date

    Thank you for clarifying. I've started therapy with my uni who have confirmed I have symptoms of depression, so I think I'll ask them if they can provide evidence
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    Deferring training contract start date

    Hi, I was wondering if there was anyone on this forum who has experience of deferring a TC, particularly because of mental health struggles, mainly depression. I've just started my LPC and it's already been a demanding experience, so I was thinking to ask my firm if I could defer my studies...
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    BPP LPC help. 3Days?

    Does anyone know if/how we can sync our timetables with our personal calendars?
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    Ask Alice G (Future Trainee at Freshfields) Anything!

    Thanks for your reply! This was asked in a Hogan Lovells interview: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/hogan-lovells-interview-2019-2020.2257/ Thank you for your insight, I will be sure to consider your tips for any SJT questions!
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    Ask a future MC Trainee (international applicant) anything

    Hi Carina, thank you for the thread, this is extremely helpful. I was wondering whether you could offer any insight into how you prepared for your case study, specifically any of the resources that you used? Thank you :)
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    Ask Alice G (Future Trainee at Freshfields) Anything!

    This question was asked in an interview, so I don't think we are offered any specific options
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    Ask Alice G (Future Trainee at Freshfields) Anything!

    Hi Alice, I was wondering whether you had tips for answering SJT interview questions? Specifically, I'm not sure how to go about answering this question, any guidance would be appreciated! On Casual Friday, you are still in the office very late because you know that on Monday you’ll arrive late...
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    Ask Alice G (Future Trainee at Freshfields) Anything!

    @Jessica Booker @Alice G Thank you both, this helps a lot :)
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    Ask Alice G (Future Trainee at Freshfields) Anything!

    Hi Alice, I applied to a large firm for a direct TC on a whim after finishing in my second year exams, and I was surprised to receive an AC invite for them next week. I was wondering if you think I would be disadvantaged because I did not do a VS at this firm and instead opted for the TC...
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    DAC Beachcroft video interview

    Has anyone done a AC with DACB before? Would really appreciate some insight into the process :)
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Just got invited for AC at BDB Pitmans! Would really appreciate any insight anyone could offer :)
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    https://www.thelawyer.com/dentons-to-close-two-uk-offices-in-switch-to-full-time-remote-working/?cmpid=dnews_14818368&adg=7B2E9799-B7C6-483D-8AE0-D0B0625EAFFD guess my application to the Watford office was a waste :cool:
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    Ask Alice G (Future Trainee at Freshfields) Anything!

    I see, thank you so much all! @Alice G @Jessica Booker @Daniel Boden
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    Ask Alice G (Future Trainee at Freshfields) Anything!

    Thanks so much! I was considering this approach, except they already have a question that says 'Please give details of any prizes, scholarships, positions of responsibility and any other noteworthy achievements that will support your application'... so I'm a little confused haha
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    Ask Alice G (Future Trainee at Freshfields) Anything!

    Hi Alice, I have come across this question on the Bates Wells application and I was wondering if you could give me any guidance on how to answer it? 'Please provide any further information about yourself that is relevant to your application.' Thank you in advance!
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Has anyone heard from BDB Pitmans or Bevan Brittan post app?
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    Gateley 2020 summer

    Anyone heard for Reading/London?
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    DAC Beachcroft video interview

    Thanks so so much!!
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    DAC Beachcroft video interview

    Hi, would anyone be able to give me any insight into the VI for DAC Beachcroft? Would really appreciate any insight, thank you! Edit: Hi everyone, I asked this question on behalf of a friend so I didn't actually sit the VI myself!! Sorry but I wouldn't be much help if you message me directly!

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