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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, did anyone go to the Cripps insight session? I was signed up to go but had an emergency so couldn't make it. If you attended, do you mind PMing me :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello! I am just about to submit my application for FieldFisher VS I was just reviewing my application and I am slightly worried as as the questions have such a low word count (800 characters/ 130ish words) I am worried I have not been thorough enough in either showing my knowledge of the firm...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi guys! Just wondering if anyone applied to the Harbottle and Lewis Open Day? Also - I don't think they tend to run open days (I may be incorrect on this), do you think that this is a good inclination that they may be accepting more trainees this cycle / opening up trainees who don't have...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi! I hadn't planned on applying for FieldFisher but after looking at the firm more I have decided I would like to apply. The deadline is on the 12th at midnight but it is a non-rolling deadline (I think it opened in October / September) and people have already received invitations for TI...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys! Just looking for some advice - how crucial do you think it is to have previous paralegal experience when applying for vacation schemes (in the hope of converting them to training contracts) When looking at current trainees (at the firms I want to apply to) profiles on Linkedin, I've...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, does anyone know if we are able to apply to Sidley Austin's other Vacation Schemes if we are unsuccessful in the Winter Scheme. I haven't applied to the Winter Scheme yet and as it is due tomorrow, I am just wondering if it is worth waiting or if I will be able to apply multiple times...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, I am beginning to apply for Vacation Schemes again, and I was just wondering if you had any advice for applications where you have no direct legal work experience. I have volunteered for numerous charities, and also had a part time job throughout university, but as I decided I wanted...
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    Where to do GDL

    Thank you so much! This is super helpful :))
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    Where to do GDL

    Hey guys! I am due to start my GDL soon, and I have a choice between Oxford Brookes and University of Law - I am just wondering, do firms value different GDL providers differently, or are they treated the same? :) My preference would be to study at Oxford Brookes as it is easier to access...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Also just got rejected from Browne Jacobson 😂
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi guys! This was my 1st application cycle and so far nothing come from it yet 😅 I was just wondering if anyone had any tips on what to do over summer and also during my PGDL (which i start in sept) which isn't just VS's as they seem hard to come by! Any knowledge about building legal...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is this after TI? I thought they would get back to us this week, hopefully next week 🤞
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hello! I am just completing an assessment now and I have been asked about recent changes in the legal industry which may affect the firms business. As this is my first application round and I am still very new to all this - would talking about the recent Spring Statement be good? I know it is...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I heard back end of last week
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi! I have a Browne Jacobson TI coming up and I was just wondering if anyone has any tips? I am a non-law final year student and this is my first interview with a law firm! I am really excited, but any tips would be massively appreciated! (for context it is a 15 minute interview and they say...
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