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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I have put down I have a neurodiversity on my applications. A firm is asking for proof - however I dont really feel comfortable sharing the full 30 page diagnostic report. Does anyone have any past experience of this/ know whether it would be acceptable in just providing a screenshot of the...- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I applied 2 mins before the deadline (bad I know) and got the test the next working day- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
It says: We allow applications from penultimate year (and onwards) law students and final year (and onwards) non-law students. I applied and got through initial stage too - so just hoping I am included in 'and onwards'- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey, I got 2 strong, 2 moderate and 2 weak - not sure if the results are just based on the personality section or the SJT too but I guess only time will tell! Not had any email saying whether I've met the benchmark yet (hopefully this is a good thing!). I agree, it seems like it wouldnt have...- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Just completed the HSF test - feedback has 2 good fits, 2 moderate fits and 2 rooms for improvement/development. Not sure how to take this, assuming its a PFO atp- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I'm probably being pedantic, but in my Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer application I've shortened it down to HSFK. Is this generally acceptable or is it best to write HSF Kramer?- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
For HSF, the winter deadline is 1st Oct. Does anyone know if I have until 1st Oct to complete the psych test. It says I have 7 days from when I submit my application but not too sure if the 1st Oct deadline also applies to this?- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I should be ready to submit my Jones Day application in the next day or two. Given that people have already been getting interview invites, would it be better if I applied for the Spring Vac scheme or would I still have a good chance at the Winter scheme?- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Can firms see what I have submitted for my forage work exp assessments. I did I bulk of them during exams last year and rushed a few that definitely arent my best work - is it worth redoing them or not mentioning them at all?- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Might be a silly question, but should I really be tailoring my work exp section to each firm? I have never done this in the past as my work exp is really more a list of things I have done in each role rather than explaining the skills I've learnt in the role. Should I be looking at the...- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I did the test this year so not sure if it is worth reapplying with the same score? I know my written answers could be improved which i am planning to do but conflicted on whether I should wait for the direct tc to apply and do another test?- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Does anyone know if you are able to take the Ashurst psychometric test again or whether they use your previous scores? I completed the assessment last year but did not progress. I've heard a few people say they keep your scores for two years but not too sure.- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Thanks for this! Do you know if you are recorded during the assessments or just the VI sections? Want to know whether I’ll need to put on a smart top right at the beginning or not😂 Also, I did not realise there was a written excersize. Their website says: The assessment will include situational...- zara elles
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
@Jessica Booker I got the bronze membership a few days ago but somehow created 2 different accounts with the same email address🤦🏼♀️. Could I please get some help trying to access the premium database/sorting out my accounts? Thank you!- zara elles
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Hi Jaysen! I have purchased the bronze membership just now. However, I signed up with the same...
Hi Jaysen! I have purchased the bronze membership just now. However, I signed up with the same email address of an old account of mine (did not realise they were linked!). I would appreciate if you could have a look into this because I'm not sure what account I'm using or which account is...- zara elles
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