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    Commercial Awareness Update- November 2018

    https://www.thelawyer.com/clifford-chance-sets-global-tech-group-big-four-move/ Interesting article on how CC are trying to challenge the disruption of the big four!
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    Summer Vacation Scheme Thread 2019

    end of the day 15th Jan!
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    Summer Vacation Scheme Thread 2019

    I would say 11:59pm, just to be safe :)
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Could be, don’t think to much into it, whatever is meant to be, will be!
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Same thing happened to me this morning :/ super annoying! I hope it gets sorted out quickly.
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Does anyone have any case study prep videos they could share? The anatomy of a deal by A&O and Simmons are very helpful but does anyone have anything specific to financial practice areas?
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Sometimes, but do not fall in that trap. Keep thinking that each failed interview is a learning process for you to find THE firm. Keep at it Helena, your perseverance will ultimately pay off :)
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Hey for those waiting on Freshfields, I received a WGT invite, one week after submitting my application early December. I have heard of a few others who have received a WGT aswell (this is for the TC apps). I guess no news does not necessarily mean anything either, keep positive :)
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Helena, I am so so sorry. Try and keep positive, better things coming your way :)
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    Free TCLA memberships

    My choice for this week is @Naomi , your supportive, encouraging and relatable posts are appreciated! I am sure your telephone interview today went very very well, nevertheless, I hope this membership puts a smile on your face :)
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Well done! All the best for the open day, wishing you success :)
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    Clifford Chance - Assessment Day - Training Contract

    https://careers.cliffordchance.com/london/meet-us/questions.html?app_data=app%2Fdiscussions%2Fview%2F62039%2Fhow-long-in-advance-of-28th-jan-will-tc-applicants-be-told-whether-they-have-progressed-to-the-assessment-centre ^^ I hope this answers your question!
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    Clifford Chance - Assessment Day - Training Contract

    Hey! CC, has helpfully (and for ease) published expected AC dates on their website for TC hopefuls here (https://careers.cliffordchance.com/london/what-we-offer/training-contract.html). I am not too sure if this is similar for the Middle East TC but, a good starting point. You could possibly...
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    Hearing Back from Firms + AC & Interview Tips Share - 2018 - 2019

    Lathams is non-rolling, from my past application/AC with them last year, they progress applicants to a video interview one week after the app deadline (which I believe was on the 6th) and shortly after (give it one week/two weeks) to the next stage (AC). They are very prompt, so not to long of a...
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    K&E

    I do not think they require addresses/date etc (since the word count for the CL is 400 words max)... I started the cover letter with 'Dear Graduate Recruitment Team', and so forth
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    New Year, New Me?

    Hi All, As we have now reached the start of 2019, we thought this thread would be ideal to discuss new year goals and resolutions. This year, I want to (try) and continue being fit and heathy, travel a lot more and learn to take breaks consistently. What are your goals this year?
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    Free TCLA memberships

    Congrats @Eva, well deserved :)

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