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  1. A worried graduate

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Oh wow, that is interesting and maybe I do stand a chance.
  2. A worried graduate

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Does anyone know if there is a way to edit a TC application for BCLP after I have sent it off?
  3. A worried graduate

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    And they had the cheek to tell me that they are still screening today too.
  4. A worried graduate

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Anyone heard from Stephenson Harwood, Ashurst or Shoosmiths?
  5. A worried graduate

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I haven’t even got the assessment yet
  6. A worried graduate

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I hope so. They are my last vac scheme other than LIFT
  7. A worried graduate

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Have I got myself a PFO if I didn’t get one. I did a good application as well for them :(
  8. A worried graduate

    Howden Legal Internship

    Only two places iirc
  9. A worried graduate

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I’d check their careers site to check for a “sent” there.
  10. A worried graduate

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Was 3 months just to get a pfo after scoring well :(
  11. A worried graduate

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Also remember that interviews are often to find cultural fit as well as your qualities and some firms might not think you’ll suit them (for example some areas of work require slaves while some require sensitive people to understand the client)
  12. A worried graduate

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    ACs tend to demonstrate polish more than ability. Coming from a normal background often means that the first time you get to practice is the real thing and that often makes things look a bit rusty. What I’d advise is firstly to research into each firm’s AC the day before to get an idea of the...
  13. A worried graduate

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Getting ACs means that you’re doing something very right. At that point it’s a combination of commercial awareness , interview skills and luck. Also consider the firm you are going for as some have different criteria and might be easier/harder for you.

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