TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

[PlscanIhaveaTC]

Nothing yet....and I'm still waiting to hear back about their insight scheme

I’m stressing out so much about this

 

[mp2000]

I’m stressing out so much about this

Me too! And as they've given out some (if not all) insight schemes I fear I may be facing a rejection...

 

[crl227]

NRF VI！

Congrats and same, were you able to book your interview? I'm not seeing any slots available on the calendar 🫣

 

[Cherikon]

Congrats and same, were you able to book your interview? I'm not seeing any slots available on the calendar 🫣

Yes I booked one. Maybe you could email the recruiter who contacted you to double check their availability

 

[crl227]

Yes I booked one. Maybe you could email the recruiter who contacted you to double check their availability

Ah glad to hear for you and will do, thanks!

 

[kokoprep]

One of the few firms that make very clear of the time and date:

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Hi - do they sponsor visa for international students?

 

[AnonKn635]

is there any point in applying to cleary gotleib for the direct TC? - Cant seem to find link on website

 

[Didi Kalu]

Not from me I'm afraid. Can I ask if you did a VS with NRF or have substantial legal work experience? Congrats on getting through to the next stage!

I haven’t done a VS with NRF but have completed some legal internships and a vac scheme so hoping that’s enough!

 

[kokoprep]

Took the situational judgement test and verbal reasoning tests today. The preparation link for the verbal reasoning they give is helpful- split into sections like spellchecking, ranking responses in terms of positivity, matching responses to the tone of a given email and classic verbal reasoning etc. My SJT closed on me after some time, is this normal for the test to cut you off?

HI - ARE YOU APPLYING FROM INDIA?

 

[aloluk83]

what references do law firms usually ask for before starting a TC? does one have to be your most recent employer? Would appreciate hearing about anyone's experience!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi - do they sponsor visa for international students?

I don’t know the answer to this - I would email them via the following contact details to check:

 

[Jessica Booker]

what references do law firms usually ask for before starting a TC? does one have to be your most recent employer? Would appreciate hearing about anyone's experience!

Usually all employment and education within a certain period - this can be anything between 3-10 years depending on the firm’s policy.

 

[ADKM]

Hi - do they sponsor visa for international students?

They do. I emailed Alice and she confirmed the same.

 

[Aga123+]

Has anyone heard back from Blake Morgan post-first interview (direct TC)?

 

[spamelinazoid]

HogLov PFO just now, after 3 months of complete radio silence

 

[LB24]

Still nothing from Hill Dickinson after Amberjack?

 

[mich2001]

HogLov PFO just now, after 3 months of complete radio silence

Birmingham office?

 

[spamelinazoid]

Birmingham office?

London!

 

[SR99]

anyone heard from Withers post test?

 

[Seville123]

Hi there - does anyone have any advice for the Ashurst written assessment please? 😃