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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

Katy12345

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Jan 25, 2024
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Hi all, I haven’t heard a thing from DWF since I submitted my TC. I’ve even logged in and there’s no updates or emails I’ve missed.. seen as ppl have had VIs should I count this as a PFO? Should I email them? Sorry I have no clue what to do but constantly checking my emails every day is draining 😭 (I have applied for other TCs and got rejections and next stages this is the only one I’m in limbo with) any advice is welcomed!! Thanks
The VIs are for the vac scheme as are the PFOs or ACs
 

Jessica Booker

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Sorry if this has already been mentioned, but does anyone know if BCLP hires a fair amount of trainees from their direct TC route?
From their Chambers Student Guide Profile:

Between 85-90% of BCLP's trainee intake comes in through its vacation schemes. BCLP takes around 24 vac schemers a year, spread across two placements, held in April and June each year.

This suggests only around 2-4 trainees are recruited via the direct TC route.
 
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Katy12345

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Congrats! I haven’t got an update from them post-partner review, but I was just wondering how they sent out the WE? Is it only one date? Or are there slots etc etc.
I got the email update from the all hires message and it’s a link to complete the test by EOD Tuesday, so within 2 working days. I have no clue if people are being sent this in batches!
 

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