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Recent content by amayad2004

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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, when we have to copy and paste a cover letter into a text box on an application form, e.g. on Vantage, rather than uploading as a file, is it still necessary to include your address and the firm's address as it does not format properly?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, thank you so much! I have a WE coming up but I have not been given an indication of the style it will be. I am looking for an understanding of how to structure all the ones you have just mentioned, even the smaller things like 'I hope this email finds you well', if/when that is needed. Also...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    hi does anyone have any exemplar written exercises? I am trying to understand how to structure them
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does the Latham test need to be completed before the deadline as well?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi @Abbie Whitlock , I am applying to both an Open Day and VS for one firm but one of the questions for the Open Day and VS is exactly the same, how should I go about answering this, is it fine to copy and paste?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    does anyone have any insights on the freshfields assessment!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone have any information about Mishcon application deadlines, the FAQs say that it is not rolling but also that we should submit as soon as possible?

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