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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

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M777

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Has Freshfields begun offering the WG to direct TC applicants? I've not heard anything yet, which is making me very nervous😣
Has your portal been updated yet? Mine was updated yesterday but no WG so far.

This would suggest they're still reading applications and sending WGs on an ad-hoc basis. If your portal has been updated since your applications, then as far as I know that means they've downloaded your application so they can review it.
 

Lian Lian

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It says that it was last updated on 7 Jan :oops: I applied on the deadline (6 Jan). Okay, now I am seriously praying for the best 😭😭😭

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I’ve seen a couple people on this forum who’ve received the WG for direct TC
Has your portal been updated yet? Mine was updated yesterday but no WG so far.

This would suggest they're still reading applications and sending WGs on an ad-hoc basis. If your portal has been updated since your applications, then as far as I know that means they've downloaded your application so they can review it.
 
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John Travoni

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It says that it was last updated on 7 Jan :oops: I applied on the deadline (6 Jan). Okay, now I am seriously praying for the best 😭😭😭

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I wouldn’t worry too much. The firm are probably reviewing applications as of when they were submitted so if you submitted close to the deadline, it probably means they haven’t come to review yours.
 
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