• 📅 Vacation Scheme Applications 2025–26

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  1. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is this for spring and when did you apply
  2. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone have any insights into the Mayer Brown job sim? Are the video interviews competency, behavioural or motivation based? Unsure on how to prepare
  3. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If I haven't heard back from Dechert post app for Spring yet should I assume PFO?
  4. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Mayer Brown Job Simulation!
  5. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    What is the Ropes & Gray question looking for as there is only one question and I dont think there is an option for inputting work experience: Describe three characteristics that you believe make an outstanding Ropes & Gray lawyer and how that lawyer would drive our business. 500 words
  6. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone have any insights or tips for the Weil VI?
  7. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Was this post passing the test??
  8. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I applied on the 20th September so very very long! But it should be quicker now as I am assuming people are starting to hear back!
  9. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They sent an email stating we will all hear back on the 16th Dec if we have moved forward to the written exercise. These will be taking place on the 19 and 20 Dec!!
  10. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does Willkie screen applications before inviting them to the next stage, the VI?
  11. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Sullivan & Cromwell replied to my application today saying they have reviewed my application for the Summer Vac but I have been put on hold until the app deadline and they will let me know about if I have been invited to an interview post deadline. Anyone have any thoughts on this I don't know...
  12. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    For the NRF question how has your understanding of the role of a commercial lawyer developed, and motivated you to pursue a career at Norton Rose Fulbright? (350 words)*, how did people go about answering the first part about your understanding of commercial law developing? Any insights would be...
  13. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone have insights into Clyde & Co digital assessment? How many video questions are there and how long do we have to prep? Thanks!
  14. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Can anyone offer guidance on this question from Goodwins application form. Which other firms are you applying to and why? Max 200 words Thank you!
  15. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    does anyone have a Sidley Austin winter offer?
  16. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you! When did you submit it and have you heard back yet?
  17. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    For Sullivan & Cromwell's cover letter how long should it ideally be. I have not found much guidance online but mine is around 1 and a quarter pages long. Is this too long or is it fine?
  18. helloj

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    dont they only have around 25 spaces per scheme?

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