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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    They dont specify AC but it sounds like it, presentation and discussion on a legal scenario
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Thank you! Teams interview then next stage involves a presentation
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I had an email this morning with an interview invite for the Cardiff office
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I havent heard anything since the tests but the deadline for mine was only the 13th June so I'm not expecting to hear anything for at least a week or 2.
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Bless you, it is so hard mentally. I find it difficult when I have gone into real depth of research which just makes me love the firm, its not personal but it sometimes it feels that way. Just remember that you have firms that have been really interested in you and wanted to meet you! That is...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    I know exactly how you feel. I am doing the GDL so have exams for the next 2 weeks so haven't been able to go for some schemes as they run at the same time. I would just focus on the now, from what I hear, Vac schemes are learning opportunities just as much as they are opportunities to impress...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    I am currently studying the GDL online with ULaw and it has had lots of issues with my cohort. Understandably there would be teething problems with adapting to Covid, but this course has always been online so don't quite know what has been going wrong at their end. We have had issues with the...
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I heard back within a week of getting my results
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Same here, confirmation of application this morning
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    Career options to re apply to law firms

    I have no experience with regards to City firms, but depending on your current employment history, the second role with enhanced client contact sounds like to would allow you to develop some really beneficial transferrable skills and competencies that would be viewed favourably by firms. The...
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    Potential Job Change

    Thanks so much guys, I really appreciate the input and you have reiterated what I was thinking. I appreciate it!
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I have noticed a few views of my linkedin profile recently from firms that I have a TC application in with. Is this a good thing as I have a read through daily but don't post much on there really
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    Potential Job Change

    Hi Guys, I am facing a dilemma and could really use some input! I am a career changer currently studying the GDL alongside my current employment as Operations Manager for a medical devices company. I have been contacted regarding a legal support assistant position at a well-known, relatively...
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I don't know about Harbottle but Wiggin said we would hear by the 30th June
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    That's brilliant, well done!
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I struggled with this question for Blake Morgan. I ended up talking about the skills and knowledge I am gaining on my GDL, the support and input I have received from ULaw careers service and the new duties I had taken on in my current career and how they are relevant to a career as a solicitor...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    I understand your feelings. My personal comeback would be to send an email (cc management) saying what you thought of the catch up, does anyone have any ideas of how this could be improved for the benefit of everyone, and then I appreciate everyone for supporting my idea and hope you found it...
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    I contacted them a week or so back and they sent the below response this morning: We do let all applicants know whether or not they have been successful in progressing to the next stage of the process. We are sifting through applications at the moment, which does take some time, but you will...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Thanks Jessica, I appreciate your input!
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Hey guys, my employer is really supportive of my career change to law and has expanded my duties to include contract drafting and reviews, tenancy agreements, and trademark/IP issues etc before they are then sent to be signed off by our solicitors. I think that it is really valuable experience...

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