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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    what is the protocol with handshakes in in person interviews these days? haven't done an in person one before (ACs were virtual and Ive done only VIs before). if they do not initiate a handshake is it polite to do so or no longer the norm? are there any other changes post pandemic to be aware of...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    LPC student here! I would say that refamiliarising yourself with the principles for tort and land would definitely be helpful. Trusts might be helpful it depends on what electives you choose. You don’t need to know these in great detail before you start because they do signpost due to the...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Simkins interview invite! it will be my first in-person interview for a firm and I would be very grateful for any advice 🙏
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Yep
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Bristows PFO post-VI
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    this is so helpful, thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    is there a post listing commonly asked questions in interviews? @axelbeugre @Jessica Booker trying to prepare and struggling to think of all the common qs to prepare answers for. thank you!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Has anyone heard from Harbottle & Lewis post app?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    has anyone got an idea what are good types of questions to ask grad rec at a talk by a firm where you have applied and not heard yet? I want to engage grad recruitment in conversation later today as I want them to know I am really interested in the firm and its sectors and didn't just attend...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    "With reference to a particular area of law, what do you find to be the most interesting about it? (200 words max) " is there any recommended structure for this kind of question? advice appreciated! @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre and anyone who has any insight from tackling this kind of q? thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    yep
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    TW PFO 😢
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I applied in September but I updated my app end of Oct with a development. I received the email 15 Nov
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone not yet heard from Taylor Wessing? I got an email (unprompted) saying they would get back to applicants “by w/c 1 Dec” which was a Friday. Would normally leave it but test is only live for 7 days if you get an invite and it’s 5th today… I don’t want to chase too soon but don’t want...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you Jessica!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    If a firm does not have a 'positions of responsibility' section, but their work experience section says they want 'paid employment, paid or unpaid placements or internships and any other office and non-office work experience' and that 'non-legal work employment & experience' is important to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi @axelbeugre @Jessica Booker, Im looking for some advice: If a firm (SPB) gives two separate vac scheme dates and asks "select which one week placement would be more suitable for you", does that mean you will not be considered for the other week? One of the weeks overlaps with the vac...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone had a reply to their application form for TW yet/anyone been given the test?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you! I was going to talk about a law fair I spoke to them at so this is reassuring.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi all, On TW's application it asks "What has been the most influential medium in applying to Taylor Wessing?" This is a separate question to "From the list below, please indicate which source was most influential" (which means what website etc was most helpful eg chambers student). what do...

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