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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    No they didn’t but the grad rec emailed me and sent her mobile number to call back or text
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Ugh I just missed a call from grad Rex after an AC and I’m desperate to know lol
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    If you are rejected after an AC, don firms usually call or email ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Does anyone know if Allen & overy call you after an AC if it’s rejection, or do they email you ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I didn’t do either and was in the first week of AC’s, I’m afraid to say!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Just got rejected after an AC. I know it happens and I should get over it but I honestly just feel like I’m not good enough and can’t carry on. No matter how much work I put in... it doesn’t seem to be enough :( I know I should see the move to AC as an improvement from last cycle but I don’t...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    What is everyone’s view on including personal struggles (ie mental health) as an answer on applications, or incorporated into a larger answer? I’ve personally always been hesitating to include any
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey everyone ! I have been unsuccessful in the most recent cycle in all my applications and I was just looking for any suggestions for how to improve my firm research- it feels so hard to write convincingly about each firms difference and I was wondering if anyone has any resources or general...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks so much Jessica! I really think it’s no bad thing to always have a grammar book to check up with
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Oh no. So sorry to hear that. Are you ok- I know how it feels ! :( if you don’t mind me asking, was this before or after WG?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone else heard back from Freshfields ?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Does anyone have any suggestions for a good grammar book? Sounds stupid but I’m keen to just brush up on my writing skills :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Can freshfields just give me the PFO already. WG done nearly a month ago.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Sorry they said they would be in touch this week or next week ? Someone said last week it would be this week, so now I’m confused !
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I’m still waiting. Very annoying and obviously didn’t get FF but I wish they’re just tell me
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I know same. I’m just confused at their process and wish they would update and reject if it’s bad news
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I did my 23rd July!!!!! I was in the first batch of tests and NOTHING
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Me again- has anyone else not heard anything from FF post WG? Portal hasn’t updated since I was sent the test

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