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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

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cjwx

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Finally got an Ashurst pfo, they really took their time with that one :(
I know!!! Anyways on to the next. Does anyone know if it is worth applying to Evershed Sutherland through the Direct training contract route? Also would it be worth applying to Stephenson and Harwood if recruit in a rolling basis and application deadline ends in July?
 
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norothrow324

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If I may just also piggyback onto this thread, do you know if there is any numerical reasoning incorporated into the strength-based assessment or is it just the verbal reasoning test?
I don’t remember there being a numerical aspect. There was a normal WG portion, and then the rest was just situational cases. Some including practical tasks like contract review (this only extended to language and no content analysis of course)
 

Madeline186

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People have had both, however I also know someone who scored very well and still hasn’t heard back. Check the portal if you haven’t already?
Ah strange, I've checked the portal and nothing on there either. Do you know what this might mean if I haven't had either? Do firms send out responses in batches or maybe at different times depending on the office? This is my first application cycle so I'm not sure!
 

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    Me rushing to complete TC apps that close today because I suddenly got a random surge of energy to apply:

    Working In A Rush GIF by Microsoft Cloud


    ✨ Sending good vibes to everyone applying last minute ✨
     

    LegalLordLox

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    Ah strange, I've checked the portal and nothing on there either. Do you know what this might mean if I haven't had either? Do firms send out responses in batches or maybe at different times depending on the office? This is my first application cycle so I'm not sure!
    Which office did you apply to? I applied to the London office. I completed the tests on the 11th of April and heard back on Tuesday just gone! Just over 6 weeks for a response. Hopefully it’s reassuring to hear that other haven’t heard back yet!
     

    aemond54

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    Hey guys just looking for some advice, so I recently accepted a paralegal position at (Law Firm A) and am currently in the process of being onboarded after signing the contract and producing all the necessary documents. However, I just received news that I have been offered a training contract with (Law Firm B). I was wondering if it was possible to reject the paralegal position even after signing the contract of employment and currently being onboarded and if so, how do go about this? @Jessica Booker
     
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