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  1. syw

    CMS Opportunities 2021/22

    @OB Out of interest, did you know your score for the WG to get through to AC?
  2. syw

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

    I also have not heard back! Frustrating as I want to apply for their VC which is open now
  3. syw

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi @Jessica Booker , Baker McKenzie is a firm i'm very interested in. I attended their open day last year for social mobility. Do you think it's worth applying again this year, but for say a different open day they do? e.g I think they do one related to women in law. I am conscious I may have to...
  4. syw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi does anyone have any tips on what to put for various open days you've attended in the work experience section? I.e do people generally put about what they've learned etc (brief)?
  5. syw

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

    I'm still waiting. Confused as I swear applications for direct TC closed months ago. Hmm
  6. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Does anyone know if Freshfields tell you your watson glaser score (raw score) if you request it?
  7. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Just got an email from Ashurst stating we should hear back by end of Aug for direct TC in case anyone was wondering. Feels like a lifetime ago that I submitted.
  8. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Just received an invite for Freshfields WG, however they've given me a deadline of this Friday @5pm. @Jessica Booker do you think I would be able to request an extension? I work full time, and I feel like this is not much notice...
  9. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Has anybody heard back from Ashurst, whether that be pfo or positive, post test?
  10. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Sorry to hear that :( when did you apply if you don't mind me asking?
  11. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Has anybody heard from Eversheds direct TC?
  12. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Hi Georgina, I am in a similar position working full-time. I had a bit of a break recently mostly due to tough rejections, and the mental burn-out I have felt as a result. I find it somewhat hard for me to really focus and dedicate the time to apps particularly when all my housemates are having...
  13. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Hi! This is so strange because I am feeling the exact same way after my AC yesterday. Defeated would be the best word. It was a lot more challenging than I thought. Similar to you, I thought my interview and presentation went well, but the other tasks not so much - so feeling very mixed. :(...
  14. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    For a virtual AC, is it recommended to put post-it notes on my wall with a few notes/reminders? This would be for assistance for the case study exercise. Will be interested to hear anyone's experience of the extent to which this has helped. Obviously i would be aware of not using these when...
  15. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Has anyone heard back from Macfarlanes direct TC?
  16. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Thank you Jessica, this is very informative!
  17. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Does anyone have any tips for virtual AC's? I.e in a virtual negotiation exercise, I'm interested in anyone's experience of this/how to avoid interrupting one another etc.
  18. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Has anyone received a PFO from Ashurst for direct TC 2023 after doing tests?
  19. syw

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    it took about 7 days for me

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