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Recent content by tiredtree
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Would love any insight for the video interview stage of Clifford Chance’s SPARK scheme. Can exchange insights for Slaughter and May and HSF.- tiredtree
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Slaughters asked which firm gave me the VS offer. I've never dealt with a situation like this - is it okay/safe to simply tell them?- tiredtree
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
HSF vac scheme offer but they’ve only given me 3 days to respond, including this weekend, and I have to notify S&M who I interviewed with to see if they can speed up my outcome - any advice?- tiredtree
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
HSF AC for Spring. Would love any help, happy to exchange for Slaughter and May interview insight- tiredtree
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I have an interview with Slaughter and May next week and trying to speedrun my current affairs knowledge and ability to debate / have a coherent viewpoint. Does anyone have any general advice for the interview? I'm also a History student so I'm also prepping for questions like 'Why not...- tiredtree
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I'm planning to apply for some firms which recruit on a rolling basis, like White & Case. A number of them offer open days but these occur closer to the Vacation Scheme deadline. Should I delay my application until/if attending the Open Day or should my priority be to apply to the Vacation...- tiredtree
- Post #985
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Is it advised to avoid discussing the same work experiences in the online application form and a Cover Letter? I'm applying to White & Case and they ask specifically about "Please give details of any interests and extra-curricular activities, including any positions of responsibility or...- tiredtree
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- Forum: Applications Discussion