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  1. hw12

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Yes, I completed and passed the test early last week.
  2. hw12

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Just heard from them about VI
  3. hw12

    White & Case Training Contract (2025)

    Hope we'll hear smth from them this week :)
  4. hw12

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @Jessica Booker, can I just ask why you think it's best for us to complete the test within working hours?
  5. hw12

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I think it's too soon because it has only been a week and they only started reviewing the applications after 31 July.
  6. hw12

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    They recruit on a rolling basis so I think they might just stop sending WG invites if they hit a certain threshold.
  7. hw12

    White & Case Training Contract (2025)

    The poll you made really helps, thank you!
  8. hw12

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I have no solid evidence to back up my statement but I think we should be expecting a PFO unless we hear from them tomorrow :(
  9. hw12

    White & Case Training Contract (2025)

    Just for everyone's reference, I applied on the deadline (mid-July) last year and received the rejection email on 26 Aug. I assume they'll be running on a similar timeline?
  10. hw12

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I think you should always link it back to why their international aspect appeals to you. If you believe your own international experience substantiates that element, you should make it explicit!
  11. hw12

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does anyone know when the AC is for Freshfields? I haven't even received a WG invite so I'm wondering if I should just assume PFO at this point.
  12. hw12

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    they give you unlimited time to think before hitting the record button.
  13. hw12

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Is it okay if I ask whether you were fast-tracked to the AC? I haven't received any news from Links and seeing people receiving AC invites/AC success stories is freaking me out.

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