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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    yes- however, when i click 'no' the page just resets and nothing happens. Is this happening to you as well?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    congrats ! when did you apply if you don't mind me asking
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    does anyone have any advice on how to answer the following question? Q3. What do you understand to be the day-to-day responsibilities of a commercial lawyer? What attracts you to this reality and which aspects do you anticipate to be most challenging for you to navigate?- is it advisable to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I have a Q regarding one of the BCLP application questions, wondering if anyone could help? 'Q3 - Please describe a time where you have received constructive feedback? How did you react and how did you utilise this feedback to ensure your own positive self-development?' I am planning to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    are adressess necessary for a covering letter ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    for DLA- if you got the e-mail saying you passed test, what does this mean ? will they review our apps now ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is simmons test automatic? and how long does it normally take to be sent it ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    yes, they now ask for a cover letter along with two written questions.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi Jess, do you know what Taylor Wessing’s stance is ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is CMS rolling for TC applications ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thanks Andrei, very helpful as per !
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    if the word count for a 'why this firm' question is 300 words, is it advisable to focus on two practise areas or just one and potentially a smaller factor- e.g legal tech, DEI, trainee intake ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is there a word limit for HSF work experiences ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    has anyone received the mayer brown first test ?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    if an application questions asks how a commercial news story impacts a firms clients, how should one approach this? Should i focus solely on the clients business or how this creates work that the firm can help the client with?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    At DLA Piper, we believe great business can make a better world. We believe in being collaborative, bold, exceptional, and supportive. We are keen to hear what inspired your application. Why are you interested in starting a legal career at DLA Piper? (Max 200 words/1,500 Characters). what is...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone know if we have to submit a CV for the NRF vacscheme ? its on my workday platform which requests a CV but also has a work experience and two education sections

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