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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    thier own early online assessment
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Anyone heard back from RPC after online assessments?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I wouldnt say you should rule yourself out, like I said im not sure how the invites are sent
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I heard back like 5 minutes after completing the Latham Stage 1 which made me think it was automatic.. but I have heard varied responses from other people so i really dont know how they send out stage 2
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    omg just got invited to stage 2!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    is the first Latham test a video interview?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Any tips for the Weil SJT? does anyone know how many questions are in the VI element?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    is there anywhere i can find imminent deadlines for law firm applications?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I think they assess you against an eligibility criteria tho
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey what firm was this for?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Any tips for the Pinsent Masons blended assessment please?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Did anyone get three emails from A&O about completing the online test and that their application is being reviewed and we will hear back after the deadline?

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