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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Just received a Reed Smith test and VI - any advice would be greatly appreciated? 🥳
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    NRF VI 🥳 I’d greatly appreciate any video interview insights please.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    HSF AC 🥰 I’d be highly appreciative of any advice or tips from those who have done it before please (especially when it comes to the case study presentation)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone who applied to CMS heard back after their initial application? I've heard that some have received tests already but I've only received a confirmation email with no mention of anything else - should I assume a PFO?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi @Jessica Booker i was wondering if I should mention starting up my own business in my CV work experience section but I’m worried it’s not relevant/ will make my CV 2 pages long in comparison to my other legal-focused work experience. I’d be grateful for any advice on this.

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