TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

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LB24

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I'm not sure about the answer to this question too. But when I emailed the grad rec and ask whether they operate a benchmark, they told me that I have passed the test (I also received the feedback and next steps email). So the email might be an indication (?)
How long did it take for grad rec to respond once you emailed them?
 

Zi48

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For those who have applied to Clifford Chance, do you get a specific, individual deadline to complete your Watson Glaser test (based on the time you submitted your application) or is it 23:59pm on Sunday 26th November for everyone?
This is what their website says, so if you've applied this week it'll be that deadline
"You will have five days to complete the test and there will be no flexibility around this. Please factor this in when deciding to submit your application, as you will have to complete your test within these time frames. If you need additional time or any adjustments, please factor this in and submit your application prior to the deadline.

If you apply for a Training Contract in the week leading up to the deadline, or on the deadline, you will have fewer days to complete the Watson Glaser test. You will be sent the test within 48 hours of submitting your application and will be given until 23.59pm on Sunday, 26 November 2023 to complete the test."
 

Shreya Verma

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For those who have applied to Clifford Chance, do you get a specific, individual deadline to complete your Watson Glaser test (based on the time you submitted your application) or is it 23:59pm on Sunday 26th November for everyone?
26th Nov 23:59 pm deadline is only for those who submitted their application on or after 21st Nov. I submitted on 22nd and the email sent to me said this.
 
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Abbas J

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Anyone have any insights on the CMS training contract structure?

I live in the UK (British citizen) but I am thinking of applying to the Dubai Office.

Do they have strict requirements for this (i.e. being fluent in Arabic)? Any information on the trainee intake size for the Dubai office would also be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!!
 

norothrow324

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In the A&O application portal, the under review has got a green checkmark on it - does that mean anything more than the fact that the application deadline has passed and they are now looking at the apps?
 

LB24

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In the A&O application portal, the under review has got a green checkmark on it - does that mean anything more than the fact that the application deadline has passed and they are now looking at the apps?
I’ve got no idea. Mine doesn't have a green checked mark on it so it might mean that you’ve passed, but it might just be for them to signal which applications they have reviewed so they know which ones they haven’t reviewed?
 

norothrow324

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I’ve got no idea. Mine doesn't have a green checked mark on it so it might mean that you’ve passed, but it might just be for them to signal which applications they have reviewed so they know which ones they haven’t reviewed?
hmmm, i think you are right, it would not make sense that it would indicate anything prior to them having communicated anything to us!
 
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