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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi guys, does anyone have any tips for AC nerves? I have my first one tomorrow
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’m glad you enjoyed it! fingers crossed you get it🤞🏼
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This video and the cheat sheet attached really helped my approach.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone who’s got the virtual workshop at Bristows on wednesday been emailed any details?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    yes it’s for summer. thank you! do you remember how long you had to answer?
  6. nodustollens

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, Does anyone know the prep time and answer time for the pinsent masons VI questions
  7. nodustollens

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I emailed them regarding when we’ll hear back for the AC and they said that since they’ve closed applications there’s been a delay in processing all their applications.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Bristows IP workshop invite 🥳

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