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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hey did you hear from them today?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone heard from AG (london) post test today?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Baker VI. I would really appreciate any advice regarding the process :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Did anyone do the online assessment for simmons & simmons? That's my first VI and i would really appreciate if anyone could help me with some tips on how to pass the VI section
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Yh i did, but i only got the email that i'm through the next round on Friday and got the WG link today
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi congrats! I also got the email saying that they would send a link for the WG test but haven't heard anything yet. Just wanted to confirm if that's the case for everyone?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi do we get sent a link automatically after submitting our application? Because I did not get one yet
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you @Jessica Booker ! Thank you @sxw517 :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Congrats! It is my first time applying and i had a question regarding the Role description bit in the Work Experience section. Would you suggest bullet form or a paragraph?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you! That makes more sense.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hello everyone! So i am currently applying to Shearman & Sterling for the WVS and this is my first application. And the question is "As one of only a handful of global elite law firms, how do you think Shearman & Sterling LLP maintains its competitive advantage?" and the 2nd one asks about...

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