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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    unsuccessful after fieldfisher online assessment, need something positive this cycle
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    honestly may we secure the tc's this year, need this to be my final cycle it's my fourth cycle this year I AM TIREDDD
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    online test invite today not sure if it's automatic but a small win I guess to start my tc apps
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Anyone else heard back from Fieldfisher post app, applied on the 28th of November
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Any advice for answering this question: What do you think a Training Contract at Ward Hadaway involves and why does that appeal to you?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Honest question but how do you get invited to an AC at Shoosmiths, third time applying to the firm 😂
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Any advice for approaching/answering this question with a 500 word limit: Our vision is to be a Top 30 Law Firm which sees the possibility for our people and our clients. We have three core values that form the foundation of our culture and underpin all aspects of our work. One of these values...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    How would someone approach this question: Describe the personal event or experience that, more than anything else, made you realise your desire to work in a law firm (800 characters)*
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    same here I think I messed up a little on one question, just going to hope for the best
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Thank you, do you know the questions?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Does anyone have any advice for Hill Dickinson VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone have any advice for Hill Dickinson VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Are Addleshaw still sending out VI's?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Any advice on how to answer why should we hire you as a trainee for a VI?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Anyone know DAC Beachcroft VI questions?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone know the questions for DAC Beachcroft VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Any advice on this question? The legal industry is evolving rapidly with advancements in artificial intelligence, particularly in generative AI, which has the potential to revolutionise legal research, document drafting, and even client interactions. At Shoosmiths, we’ve been working with AI...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Won't let me click submit details

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