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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For Travers Smith, is the cover letter limited to one page?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    it really depends when you applied. If you applied earlier in their window, you might receive an invite to do the AC before Christmas. If you applied later in the window say early November, it's likely your AC will be in 2026.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    In the Freshfields preparation portal, there is a sample question on writing an email to your supervisor introducing yourself and what you want to learn at Freshfields. If something similar has come in the stage 1 assessment, is it recommended to prepare as if you answer a question on an...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Thank you!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Will you be told in advance the name of the partners that are going to interview you?
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    Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    Thank you so much @Andrei Radu!! Great advice as always!!
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    Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    Hi @Andrei Radu I was wondering whether you could share any tips on the Slaughter and May AC for the direct TC? Thank you! Best, Darren
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey, although I am not working in IP I have recently gone through an interview for a paralegal position. I think it's unlikely to get technical questions - at least I didn't. You should prepare for questions relating to your competency and the firm. Even if it's an interview for a paralegal...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @Ram Sabaratnam Thank you for your reply! This puts things into perspective and you're right - it's not one particular factor that will make or break an application.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    thank you so much for this!!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anybody know if Gibson Dunn prefers RG graduates to non-RG?
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    International student/Paralegal - Ask me anything

    Hi @Jessica Booker, I was thinking of extending to the graduate visa and building experience as a paralegal whilst applying for TCs. Thanks for your help!
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    International student/Paralegal - Ask me anything

    Hi @Newborntrainee, I don't know whether this thread is still active but it's worth sending a reply here. I am in a similar situation to you. I came to the UK this year after finishing my undergrad law degree in the Netherlands. Currently, I am pursuing the PgDL (same thing as the GDL) because...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    thank you!!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yes it was through cvmail. So, no need to be worried?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I just submitted an application and when I downloaded it on my PC, it was formatted in a strange version which is not how I submitted the application. The downloaded version had a couple of words together but I remember that when I wrote my application those were separated by a space bar Has it...
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    Latham and Watkins Vac scheme, can I take a break between the SJT and Video?

    Does the SJT have to be submitted before the deadline?
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    Defeated before I have even started?

    Hey! I think that it is realistic to get a TC with a law firm since there are law firms that do not have grade requirements so maybe it is worth going for those. However, you are also at the beginning of your LLB, and getting a 1st for example would help you. There are some law firms that look...

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