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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    i did an internship over the summer in one of their international offices maybe thats why 🤷🏼‍♀️
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    all I did was say I have an AC at freshfields now this. i preferred the forum in my second year - 23/24 less ganging up and more community. people posted their legal journeys and helped each other out. now people are account sharing, what on earth :eek:
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I didn’t use the forum a lots last year with exams but I remember him a little. There was talk in my law school about his success and his continuous applications for direct training contracts despite having secured training contract offer and multiple vacation schemes further to complete. It...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello there. I’d rather not share thank you. Your best best wishes did seem ill wished as I would not share the dates.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I was invited today. Completed it mid November. People are assuming rejections so I won’t say the dates. Stop letting this process drive you crazy. It’s tough but it should not consume your life. Stay positive and optimistic.
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    Thank you
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yes it is
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi all. I was on the forum last application round, used my university email but now I’ve graduated I can’t access my old account. I’ve received Freshfields AC does anyone have advice, appreciate any tips you can provide.

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