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  1. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi everyone, I’m trying to refine how I demonstrate genuine interest in a practice area when writing applications. My usual approach is to pick a specific practice area I’m interested in and highlight how the firm has added value to clients through its advice. However, I’m unsure whether there...
  2. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi everyone, does anyone know whether the A&O Shearman numerical reasoning test is a full numerical reasoning assessment, or just a short set of questions? I saw someone mention the latter on here before, but wasn’t sure if that’s accurate. Thanks!
  3. dannyp123

    Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2025-26 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

    Yeah talked to A&O Grad Rec yesterday. Second years apply to summer vacation scheme, final years to the winter vacation scheme, and graduates to the Direct TC. The logic being that graduates could be a paralegal with 4 years of experience going up against penultimate students and also the Direct...
  4. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, is anyone else having issues with the Video Interview Coach as well. Whenever I submit an interview it fails.
  5. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, What kind of questions do you usually ask future/current trainees to help you with your applications?
  6. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey everyone, I’m working on an application for a law firm’s Open Day and had a quick question. Most of my experience comes from legal work placements (a couple of local firms), but I haven’t had any traditional paid employment. However, I’ve held leadership roles in a few university societies...
  7. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Alright thank you so much!
  8. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, Obviousy applying early as possible for rolling deadlines is ideal. However, would applying 2-3 weeks after the application opens prove to be a disadvantage versus an individual who applies the day applications open or is unlikely to make a difference?
  9. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Alright cheers. Looks like they all sent around noon, gonna stay positive its in waves though. Congratulations again and good luck with the VI!
  10. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Congratualtions! Could I ask what time you received your VI invite? Im trying to figure out if theyre sending them out all in one go or in batches.

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