Hello @Abbie Whitlock , in the reed smith app form, would you recommend putting my extracurriculars and positions of responsibility in the work experience section? or is it better to exclude it from this section
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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Oh, I don't see that there are two stages - it just mentions one online assessment on their site. Here is the link: https://www.freshfields.com/en/your-career/united-kingdom/early-careers/trainee-associate-program
The email you get with the invitation says 'invitation to stage 1' and nothing about a VI...
I called HR who didn't seem to know anything about this but just said that they would be very clear with what is in the test. I have to take it this weekend and don't really know what to make of it
I called HR who didn't seem to know anything about this but just said that they would be very clear with what is in the test. I have to take it this weekend and don't really know what to make of it
Hi, the email mentions this: "We recommend visiting the Freshfields Preparation Plus to familiarise yourself with the format of the online assessment and what to expect." When I logged into the Preparation Plus site, there was a 'practice assessments' section, which includes a VI practice.
I went to their insight day on Wednesday. They said the first stage is a short application form to capture grades and eligibility information. The form has a section for any mitigating circumstances too. After this, they send out an SJT + VI (combined).
They assess the application, SJT score and VI together to select who to invite to the AC. Those who do well on the AC will receive a VS offer (both taking place in the Spring so no Summer VS this year). There are 12-15 places per scheme.
They assess the application, SJT score and VI together to select who to invite to the AC. Those who do well on the AC will receive a VS offer (both taking place in the Spring so no Summer VS this year). There are 12-15 places per scheme.
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Hey!
I would say that if they are long-term and structured extra-curriculars and positions of responsibility, this would be fine to include in the work experience section (as long as you can discuss your role, responsibilities, and the skills you gained). For example, I always used to include my committee positions in societies in the work experience section as it can demonstrate a lot of valuable skills.
However, if they're more hobby-based, I would exclude them from this section
Just sat the Freshfields test! Can someone confirm what the stages are for their vacation scheme? If you meet the benchmark for the test.. is it straight to AC or...?
I'm guessing no vi then?
The fact that they called it stage 1 must mean there will be a 2nd? I'm sure i read it on their website a month ago
I did my next assessment today and there wasn’t a VI component though it was for a TC rather than VS.
Has anyone had anything further from Linklaters since doing the first test?
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in the Freshfields tc application - does anyone know where you're meant to put any mitigating circumstances about uni grades etc.
If you’ve done an initial CappFinity test then it’s like that - check out their practice hub
I noticed they don't ask working rights and visa restrictions too, seems they're all in for anyone.
Hello,
This is the question for White & Case Vacation Scheme - Discuss a deal that White & Case has advised on in the last two years. What do you think were the strategic considerations and complexities involves, and how did the firm navigate them?
Is it appropriate to talk about a M&A deal that it currently happening, or must it be one that is fully completed. I realised during the process of writing that the deal is not yet complete, but the firm has advised on it. This means I don't have much information on 'how did the firm navigate them' beyond basics.
Also, how many strategic considerations and how many complexities should we address?
Thank you
This is the question for White & Case Vacation Scheme - Discuss a deal that White & Case has advised on in the last two years. What do you think were the strategic considerations and complexities involves, and how did the firm navigate them?
Is it appropriate to talk about a M&A deal that it currently happening, or must it be one that is fully completed. I realised during the process of writing that the deal is not yet complete, but the firm has advised on it. This means I don't have much information on 'how did the firm navigate them' beyond basics.
Also, how many strategic considerations and how many complexities should we address?
Thank you
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