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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi guys, I am currently applying to Debevoise and am trying to understand their international strategy. Would anyone, who has applied, have a chat about it?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone completed a VI for Watson Farley & Williams? I sent my application last Thursday (22/12/2022)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I think it is a tech problem
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone applied to debevoise?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Reed smith test invite too! Now let’s go and try to pass these damn SJTs
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you very much for this
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Good morning people, can I ask your opinion on something?I am trying to answer this question “Please tell us about a recent commercial deal that has captured your interest. If you could represent a side, which would it be and why? I am struggling a bit with the approach to take. I chose a deal...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone applied to Gibson and has some tips to nail the cover letter? Cover letters are my Achilles heel:(
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi, I am currently applying to Watson Farley Williams and I am struggling with this question. “ You are a trainee solicitor, working in the office and it is 6.30pm. You have an important personal appointment at 7pm. You are updating a document ready for a client meeting which will take place at...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    It is so long that I started cursing my career’s choices.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Is it worth writing about the firm’s office growth in why this firm?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone applied to Weil and would be happy to give me some tips on the Commercial awareness question? I am writing about PE funds and sports.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    No, it is the firm that needs to agree that your work can count towards the QWE. You cannot determine it, your supervisors have to sign and approve it. Their professional reputation is at stake so firms are very careful when it comes to QWE.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Not necessarily VS but more broad work experience.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you Jessica, should email them or call on Monday? I call them this morning but nobody is in the office.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Yes, I sent the email of one of my undergraduate professors, I hope it works. However, I also need someone who can swiftly reply. This process is daunting guys!

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