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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Maybe they could make a separate forum for ranting about the emotional side of it - keeps it separate from application questions and people can anonymously chat about their problems with people who get it
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Did anyone else not receive an email from PMC? Assume PFO if they've already invited some people to interviews, but thought I would've received an email saying so if others have
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Unrelated to TCs - I received an invite to do an assessed mini-pupillage at 1cor. I’ve not done one before so if anyone has any insight, even if it’s just general tips, that’d be great (feel free to DM me).
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Unrelated to TCs - I received an invite to do an assessed mini-pupillage at 1cor. I’ve not done one before so if anyone has any insight, even if it’s just general tips, that’d be great (feel free to DM me).
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Anyone heard back from PMC?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Still nothing from PMC?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Random question: I have ADHD and obviously they always mention reasonable adjustments in the applications process. I've had things like extra time in online tests, VIs and written assessments, but one thing I struggle with is interviews. I find it hard to actually take in what they're asking...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I got a 2:1 (non-law) and got past the first stage for several city firms, including a US one (I just suck at online tests) More applicants probably have a 2:1 than a first, so its what you do on top of your academics that can really make your app stand out. Obviously some firms value grades...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Found this in another forum, which is basically what I was after. Attached below if anyone else is interested
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I managed to find that one but thank you! I think it was a reply someone had typed out. Or maybe I'm making it up bc these applications are getting to my head 😂
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    In my experience, preparing for it fairly similarly to a VI helps - tips here: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/a-complete-guide-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/ Generally goes over and builds on your application, get an insight to you as a person etc. I generally...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I saw someone post a really useful guide to WG tests but I can't find it now If anyone knows what I'm on about and could attach the reply that'd be fab - or any other guidance :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Anyone heard from Bevan Brittan post-VI?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    So helpful, thank you!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I received an email on 23/05 saying they expect to provide an update on outcomes by the end of July! So don't stress yet, apparently they usually take a while. (Email was from @talent.icims.eu if you wanted to check your spam folder for it)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I'm applying for a paralegal role and the application asks for a salary expectation. I've got an LLM in the relevant area of law (undergrad is BSc) and it'd be my first full-time job (no prior legal experience but its not necessary for the role). It's a national commercial firm, one of the top...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This year it was 'if you could invite anyone from the past/fictional to dinner' 😂
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I've got a VI with Bevan Brittan for their DTC. If anyone did their VI for the vac scheme and has any tips / insight, it'd be much appreciated! Thanks
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Has anyone completed the Bevan Brittan VI yet? How was it?

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