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📅 Vacation Scheme & Open Day Applications 2025–26
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2025–26 Vacation Scheme Deadlines
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Thank you for the clarification! The email I received said: Thank you for taking the time to complete Baker McKenzie's online application form for a place on our Spring Vacation Scheme. We will review applications on a rolling basis and you will be advised if you are successful to progressing...- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Baker McKenzie holding email says: We will review applications on a rolling basis and you will be advised if you are successful to progressing to the next stage, an online test, by no later than 31st December 2022. I am assuming the 2022 is a typo lol Has anyone heard back about the online...- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
How many hours of preparation is generally required to complete verbal reasoning tests to a good standard?- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
In my answer for why commercial law, I discussed experiences working with commercial lawyers from two different law firms and then I discuss what I did during this experience plus motivations for a career in commercial law. I am thinking back on it and wondering if I should remove the...- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Has anyone received an update from Taylor Wessing on their vac scheme application?- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Is reed smith alive?- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
What is your personal motivation for seeking a career in corporate/commercial law? Does this question from Goodwin ask you to talk about both or just one of them?- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Strengths: Analytical/Complex Thinking and Detail Orientated Professional development: Self-Motivation- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Basically a PFO - Thank you for taking the time to complete your online test and video interview. Unfortunately you have not been selected to attend the Assessment Centre for the role on this occasion.- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Yes there is a video interview. I would look at the SRA solicitor competencies.- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
How long does it take to hear back from Latham after completing the online assessment?- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Yes 2 weeks ago- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Has anyone completed the Macfarlanes online assessment?- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Gowling post arctic shores - PFO I am so intrigued by what it takes to actually pass these tests.- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
How long after the HSF assessment do you have to wait for the feedback report? I closed the tab before the video ended and am wondering if it is given as part of the assessment.- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Has anyone done the Latham online assessment and how did you prepare for it?- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
How long does HSF take to get back to you about the online assessment after application?- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
ME TOO, rooting for you!- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
PULL THE LEVERS AND POP THE BALLOONS- Mike Wazaoski
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Any tips for the PwC video interview?- Mike Wazaoski
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