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    Ask 3 future trainees (Magic & Silver Circle, International Elite) ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    Hi all, this isn't really application related but I hope it is ok to ask! I am so thrilled to say that I have been made a TC offer this week! I expected to begin in 2023 but they want me to begin the LPC as soon as possible (July this year) which means once face to face teaching begins in...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Hi guys, does anybody have any insight into the case study that Clifford Chance used this year? I am trying to expand my knowledge in this area and practice as much areas as possible. I know that last years was on the Thomas Cook collapse and insolvency etc but wondered if they change it every...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Feeling quite down...had two interviews over the last two cycles for both Clifford Chance and Jones Day (not much for two cycles) and received PFOs for both post interview (it’s always one silly thing I do that seals my fate). Just feel deflated and maybe not cut out for London :( I have an...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I notice Vinson & Elkins only recruit 6 trainees per intake :oops: is it worth my time submitting a direct TC application or will they hire solely from their vacation scheme? I wasn’t sure if the 6 was direct or trainees as a whole!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Is anybody waiting to hear back from Jones Day post interview?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I am quite curious - are Jones Day still the only firm that do non-rotational TC? I heard talks about some other firms starting but not sure if it ever took off?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    No I have seen lots of articles about Jones Day however also articles saying they are not representing him any longer?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I have a question that is not intended to start a controversy, I am just curious. What do you think the opinions would be of working for a law firm that is representing Trump, given the press around it recently. Would this hurt my career in the long term and what are the chances of the firms...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi everyone, Does anybody have any insight/tips for the Jones Day VI? Extremely nervous, any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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    Allen & Overy SJT

    I completed the SJT last night just in time for the deadline (finished around 23:50) but I have not had an email telling me either way. Has anyone’s came through a few days later?
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    Clifford Chance TC

    I can’t work out if they are reading non priority? If they aren’t surely they would have just sent out a batch of rejections based on the fact priority is full, I also haven’t heard of any watson glaser invites? Very confused! Time will tell...
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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    Rejection email for direct TC! Disappointing but at least I know now.
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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    I have seen a few TC acceptances on LinkedIn following the vac scheme. I assume direct TC should hear back next week - fingers crossed!
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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    Nothing yet. I have a feeling they are waiting until the end of the last vac scheme to get in touch with the direct TC applications that they have not yet.
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    Thank you - that's really helpful!
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    General Discussion Thread 2020-21

    I have noticed on the Clifford Chance website that for the 2023 training contract if you are a graduate and not in your penultimate year of study, your application will not be prioritised and you cannot take the Watson Glaser until they confirm if you can apply. This was not the case last year...
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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    Has anybody heard of any interview invites? I have heard a few rejections but not one invite as of yet.
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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    Hi everyone, has anyone applied before and know what the time frame is for hearing back?
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    What are everyone’s thoughts on still submitting applications whose deadlines are the 31st but are on a rolling basis? Are they likely to be full and will be a wasted application?

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