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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi everyone! I know this is a vacation scheme thread but I just thought maybe i could get some advice or guidance here. I recently applied for a paralegal job and I was invited to do an "NDA Assessment", which is basically a test that requires me to mark-up a mock NDA. Does anyone know how to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    They are really strict with grades, still try but don't get hopes up. But I guess this applies to every firm :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi @Abbie Whitlock ! Hope you are doing well. I am currently applying for a law firm's open day, but i wasn't too sure on how should I approach this question. Could you help me give me some guidance on how to approach this question, especially the second part of the question? Should I talk more...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    CC London Open Day PFO, oh well :/
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is linklaters academic requirements as strict as HSF kramer? Strict as in 2:1 in all module. I have a 2:1 overall, but have 2 2:2 modules, and probably without mitigating circumstances 😬
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi! Sorry, are you referring to Clifford Chance? Just want to make sure I'm on the same page
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thanks Abbie, that's really nice to hear :) If you don't mind, could you share some tips or advice on how can I demonstrate my genuine interest to the firm when writing my application? The reason i wanted to attend their open day is because i find them the easiest way to show my interest to the...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Had to give up my place for a competitive open day due to work commitment..does anyone know how to deal with this kind of thing? It's also a firm that I'm genuinely interested in 😔
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, I was just wondering has anyone received invitation for Clifford Chance's London Insight Day?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, does anyone know whether Osborne Clarke look at your application answer if you pass the benchmark of their online test, or they only invite you to do their test after reviewing your application answer?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Anyone has any advice or recommendation on how to increase my pass grade of WG test? Currently keep stucking at 60% and I want to get to 90%
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    When did you apply for it if i may ask? I've been looking to apply for their in-person insight day but i couldn't find one besides than the virtual insight evenings
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know whether Orrick has a strict academic requirement? (2:1 in all modules, specific a-level grade, etc)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congrats!! Is this the in-person one?

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