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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    SPB rejection post AC. This was my last law firm application of this cycle so this one really hurt. Feeling very depleted right now. I got through to 3 ACs but failed them all. It’s only my first application cycle but the fact I failed every AC is really upsetting.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    SPB rejection post AC. This was my last law firm application of this cycle🥲
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Haven’t got a Mishcon AC invite post VI yet. Should I just assume it’s a PFO?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Mine is on 11th. Have you already completed their AC??
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey! Has anyone got any advice for the SPB AC? I’m really anxious especially about the written exercise and group task. Any advice would be appreciated!! Also I’m really confused about the impact of the current tarriffs being imposed by the US on law firms. If anyone could explain this that...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    SPB Manchester AC!! Any advice would be appreciated :)

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