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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Same! Where are you doing your semi final? I picked Skadden.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I I applied for HL Lift Off on 26 September and received the first stage assessment on 14 October. Hope that helps.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    True. It also said Congratulations so perhaps the application and WG is ✅
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Same! Is this selective?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I'll be doing my VI this week. To answer your question, truthfully, yes, I had the opportunity to attend two events and did mention the name of a person whom I had met and spoken with at the firm. That being said, I don't think it will make my application any better on its own. I think the key...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Same! And didn’t hear anything this week.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I took it last Monday morning, and I am still waiting for a follow-up, if that helps.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Mishcon de Reya Race Equity Open Day invite!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    No, I applied a week before that. I'm very confused, though, as some people who applied after me have said they have already received rejections, while others say they have phone interviews.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congrats! May I ask if this was the open day or the social mobility open day?

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