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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Just heard from Addleshaw. Anyone else?- leaaa2023
- Post #690
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Thank you so much Amma, I still feel a bit like I'm dreaming but I feel relieved and very happy the intense application cycles are now laid to rest. 😅- leaaa2023
- Post #685
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
I’m incredibly excited to share that I’ve received an offer for a training contract with a top 10 global corporate law firm! Looking back, it feels surreal—especially after facing hundreds of rejections and setbacks. Coming from a family of farm workers with little formal education, and being...- leaaa2023
- Post #682
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey guys, just introducing a friend I recommended to the forum! He is prepping for his first round of Vacation Scheme apps! @Edgar_Santos :)- leaaa2023
- Post #182
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Has anyone heard from Faegre?- leaaa2023
- Post #262
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Thank you so much!- leaaa2023
- Post #198
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
DENTONS AC! first time I passed a VI!- leaaa2023
- Post #192
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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'Why commercial law, and this firm' answer feedback
For the first paragraph, I'd explain your role. Also maybe state "I completed a vacation scheme at x firm and I really enjoyed participating in a buyer's side.... because...." --last sentence: doesn't really tie back to you, kind of seems like a statement just to throw in. Maybe choose the...- leaaa2023
- Post #2
- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
Does anyone have experience with Dentons video interview?- leaaa2023
- Post #5,623
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
Does anyone perform really well on WG tests? I would like some tips on some sections I get stuck on. I'll buy you a coffee/lunch, I need to get that darn test right :(- leaaa2023
- Post #5,595
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
I don't mind at all. I applied on the deadline (June 17th)- leaaa2023
- Post #5,525
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
Yes today they emailed the test- leaaa2023
- Post #5,522
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
Anyone have experience/advice with Dentons' online assessment?- leaaa2023
- Post #5,516
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
Hi all and @Jessica Booker; White & Case say they recruit 80% of trainees from their VS. I am wondering if I should apply to direct TC route or just wait til applications open up for VSs in October. I am a career changer, have 5+ years as a paralegal, and attending a Russell Group uni; but am...- leaaa2023
- Post #5,238
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
anyone hear from Mayer Brown for direct tc? 🥲- leaaa2023
- Post #4,830
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
Anyone know if it's worth applying to Orrick's direct TC? Or do they recruit solely from VS?- leaaa2023
- Post #4,241
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
do they give any feedback on why they didn't progress you even though you scored well?- leaaa2023
- Post #4,010
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
any advice Mayer-Brown's Situational Strengths Test and a Verbal Reasoning Test and Shoosmiths strengths-based assessment? How do you prepare to pass? Is there a specific thing you should know before these tests? Any advice is really appreciated, I don't really know what the firms want to see...- leaaa2023
- Post #17,839
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
when firms reject you with "Your application was of a good standard and we would welcome an application from you in the next recruitment cycle" is that standard, or is that specific from person to person?- leaaa2023
- Post #17,745
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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