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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
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Or just not rejected lol, seems like so many firms have just not bothered with the direct TC applicants this year
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Hi, does anyone know if Kennedys send out test invites to everyone after submitting the application or is it shortlisted candidates only?
I can offer my personal experience if that helps. I applied on 1/7/24, received an update requesting my 2nd year grades on 11/7/24, and was invited to interview on 1/8/24. So, a month exactly between application and invite
hey! im in the same position - ive emailed them and they said they only accept TCs from those who have done their Summer Internship, so unfortunately we'll be unable to apply for a direct TC
Am still waiting post VI for the same route. Not sure if i should assume pfo at this point 🥹
Jones day PFO don’t know why I even applied 😂
Sorry to hear that! May I ask when you applied if you don’t mind as I’m still waiting to hear back. Thank you
I’m just freaking out tbh because I really thought I pulled my finger out my arse this cycle and brought my A game- and since not hearing back I’m worried about being rejected.
Especially since they said they’d get back to us by the 20th which is tommorow
You’ll get there in your own time. DW bout it .
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When firms say they will come back to you by a deadline, it usually means they will get back to you on the deadline. I expect you will hear back today.
Just curious, does anyone know why Bird & Bird are recruiting for Sept 2025 and Sept 2026 direct TCs this cycle? Is this something they typically do, i.e. recruit for earlier start dates?
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It maybe that they are increasing TC numbers, or have had people drop out of these intakes (reneging offers, people not passing the SQE).
Sometimes these earlier opportunities pop up and I think they are a great way for those who can start their TC earlier to potentially get an offer. I wouldn’t say it happens a lot, but every now and then a handful of firms will recruit earlier intakes and actively recruit for them.
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