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Linklaters 2019/20 Application

rwb

Active Member
  • Nov 15, 2020
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    When did you apply if you don't mind me asking?

    I finished the CAPP Assessment on the deadline day, and did the WG a few days later as well

    Congrats!! Did you get an email or did it only come through your portal?

    I got an email :)

    Congratulations!
    Which dates are they offering you for an AC?

    I'm not sure yet haha, I haven't clicked the link because I'm too excited, I'll update in a few minutes
     

    A M

    Distinguished Member
    Dec 28, 2020
    68
    83
    Guys, I have just realised that I have made a few grammatical errors in the Work Experience section of my Direct TC application. Should i email the grad rec clarifying the mistakes and asking them to change it or just let it go.
    I am losing my mind over it and continuously thinking about it.
     

    sabma

    Esteemed Member
    Junior Lawyer
    Sep 22, 2018
    88
    204
    Guys, I have just realised that I have made a few grammatical errors in the Work Experience section of my Direct TC application. Should i email the grad rec clarifying the mistakes and asking them to change it or just let it go.
    I am losing my mind over it and continuously thinking about it.

    I wouldn't email. Bringing it to their attention means 100% chance that they will notice it because you've alerted them. On the other hand, they have so many apps to go through that there's a chance that they won't notice it, if it's small. If they don't notice it, then your app's fine!
     

    A M

    Distinguished Member
    Dec 28, 2020
    68
    83
    Thanks for the advice. Even I am thinking of doing the same.
    I wouldn't email. Bringing it to their attention means 100% chance that they will notice it because you've alerted them. On the other hand, they have so many apps to go through that there's a chance that they won't notice it, if it's small. If they don't notice it, then your app's fine!
     

    syw

    Legendary Member
    Premium Member
  • May 29, 2019
    173
    197
    Guys, I have just realised that I have made a few grammatical errors in the Work Experience section of my Direct TC application. Should i email the grad rec clarifying the mistakes and asking them to change it or just let it go.
    I am losing my mind over it and continuously thinking about it.
    I also made a direct TC application however I don't have the option to preview my application? It just appears with a progress bar and arrows with each stage. How did you review this?
     

    A M

    Distinguished Member
    Dec 28, 2020
    68
    83
    I also made a direct TC application however I don't have the option to preview my application? It just appears with a progress bar and arrows with each stage. How did you review this?
    You cannot preview the application. I din't preview my application. I had saved the answers somewhere place and read it again today.
     

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