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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, does anyone who has done the Mayer Brown SJT know whether there is a video interview element?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi, does anyone who has done the Mayer Brown SJT know whether there is a video interview element?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you! Do you know by some chance whether the test is timed?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi! Does anybody know which the fourth pillar of the SJT for PW is (aside from numerical, verbal reasoning and applied intellect)?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    same for me - did the date you completed the VI also change since then?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    do you mind sharing for which scheme you applied? spring or summer? if for spring - were there also applicants for the summer schemes at the AC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Congratulations! may I ask when you did the VI? Also regarding the VI section the K&E application portal, did the "completed date" change to a date after you actually had submitted the VI?

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