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    Planning to complete the SQE? Introduce yourself here.

    Hi GF and everyone . I'm also starting the SqE1 in October with Babri. I'll be working alongside it and will be taking the exams in July. In Manchester though. Goodluck with yours! We could have a virtual study group if you can't find anyone local?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Yay Guys after 5 years of serious applying I finally got a training contract at Hugh James. I thought of giving up many times but managed to Persevere, so over the moon. Thanks to the Definitive interview guide here. That was so invaluable! Now to do the SQE!!!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    For those who applied to BCLP how long was it between submitting you application and receiving the test or rejection?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has PWC Legal closed it's applications? On the website it says the deadline is today but can't find my application anymore. Oh well shouldn't have left it so late
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It was post the test. I don't think they've started ACs for the Sumner scheme., Though could be wrong
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks Asil. Just got to improve
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    HSF PFO gutted to be honest, I went to so many of their events and their feedback/not feedback was naf. But oh well onwards and upwards
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    Hill Dickinson 2020/2021

    It was healthcare Manchester office. Yeah I think cause the London schemes later they hear later as well
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    Hill Dickinson 2020/2021

    Had my interview just now, only spoke 8 minutes so I feel it was too short but we'll see. They said Grad recruitment would be in contact the week commencing 8th March to tell us what the next step is. Cause of how late it is. I think the next step is the insight scheme. How did other people...
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    Hill Dickinson 2019/2020 application

    Hi Last year I used 2 examples. 1 for innovation then the other one for the rest. Got to the tests so I think you can use more than 1 example.
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    PwC Legal Summer Vacation Scheme 2020

    Guys check your portals online. It will tell you of you're still under consideration or not. It says mine was updated 25 February. Bad news again
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    Hill Dickinson 2019/2020 application

    Nothing. I've asked a couple of friends who also applied to the Manchester office and they haven't heard anything either. Weird. I'd rather get a rejection asap than this waiting
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    PwC Legal Summer Vacation Scheme 2020

    Nothing yet. I think we'll probably hear by end of Feb?
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    Hill Dickinson 2019/2020 application

    No nothing yet. I'm still optimistic though. But who knows
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    Hill Dickinson 2019/2020 application

    I'm Sure it went better than you thought. Has anyone else heard anything? Whether an invite to an interview or otherwise?
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Hi, so the day is a case study, presentation+ interview and then negotiation Case Study It was quite simple. You just have to look at the pros and cons of each decision. You will be presenting your findings so make sure you have a structure you can follow and brief notes to refer to...
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    PwC Legal Summer Vacation Scheme 2020

    Hi guys, how did you find the video interview? It was surprisingly interactive and interesting. I thought it would be far too long but an hour went by super fast. The case study bit was super unhelpful though. Barely any information
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    Hearing Back from Law Firms, Assessment Centres & Interview Tips - 2019 - 2020

    Well BCLP rejection post AC. Not really surprised. I got asked mostly strength based questions when I was told it was a competency based interview. Anyway I've asked for feedback so I can improve. At least it's a good experience :) Talking about strength based does anyone know how to structure...

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