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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

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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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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    @Tintin06 did you get an email for Jones Day WVS saying they are no longer inviting for interviews? Kinda left us hanging…
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya what firm has responded yet
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

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