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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Now that both slots are over, was anyone else disappointed in the Skadden written exercise? They say not to use AI but it's so easy to in the format they sent it in and I'm sure lots of people will use AI, seriously disadvantaging the candidates who followed the rules. There are so many systems...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For Dechert, yes. Grad rec said they had about 100 applications for the winter scheme that weren't considered because they had given out WEs already
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Cleary AC! I applied and did the test late October
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    They will probably have more ACs, so don't lose hope!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    As far as I know they onle have a summer scheme :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yeah, a bunch of people had ACs in late November
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Anyone heard from Simmons post AC? :////
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I used to struggle with them a lot but have improved and I think these things helped me: 1) practice by recording yourself saying it on your laptop camera. This is particularly useful for the motivational questions that you know will come up (i.e. why this firm?). It can help you get a sense of...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    thanks!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know if Debevoise is rolling or not rolling? If it isn't rolling I'm keen on applying otherwise I won't bother. The website is unclear, have grad rec said anything?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    This is such detailed, helpful advice. Thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone heard from Simmons since the ACs? : /
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    If anyone has insights on the Hogan 2nd test/VI, I'd really appreciate it! I can trade insights for Weil, Mayer Brown, Simmons, Bird & Bird, Macfarlanes :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Feeling awful for everyone who has received a CC PFO. Somehow I have gotten through to CC VI, which is amazing since its the only magic circle firm from which I haven't been rejected after the test/cover letter. If anyone has any advice on it (especially tips from graduate recruitment), I would...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone heard back since Simmons ACs? I know it's still early days
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