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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Do you guys know which firm is using Vantage for the vacation scheme applications?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Wow thank you, I never thought about it. I will make sure to follow your suggestion.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I tried! I only sent around 12 messages this week but received no response. Trainees and associates are busy, so I understand!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Wow @Andrei Radu thank you, I never considered these elements.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much @Ram Sabaratnam
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Andrei Radu and @Ram Sabaratnam I trust you are well. I work full-time, I cannot possibly attend open days and I am struggling to understand the firm's competitive edge. Firms seem to be very similar when it comes to their practice areas, specifically their transactional expertise. How...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much for the advice
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Jessica Booker and @Andrei Radu, I am currently amending my CMS application, one of the questions asks 'Describe a specific instance where you have utilised artificial intelligence (AI) or other technologies in your work or studies. How have these tools enhanced your personal development?'...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    You are an angel, thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    @Andrei Radu and @Ram Sabaratnam, I trust you are well. I am currently applying to Reed Smith and I am struggling with one specific question 'Focusing on one of Reed Smith`s sectors, what current issues do you think will impact this sector? What opportunities or challenges could this present...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Ram Sabaratnam, To follow up on these fantastic suggestions, can I ask you for additional tips? Last year I applied to Squire and was invited to a VI. I have changed my answer to why commercial law, but why Squire is slightly similar. Squire distinguishes itself for its 6-seat training...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    @Andrei Radu, thank you so very very much. Honestly, I love your approach and, after going for a long walk while listening to some fantastic music, I am almost done with one of my applications.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    How do you guys pick yourself up when feeling defeated? Spending hours drafting applications to just be rejected after a random test. Do you guys have any tips? @Andrei Radu, how do you manage to not give up?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone know what kind of questions does Latham VI include?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi guys, Does the Slaughter and May cover letter need to be in pdf format?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone know if we need to complete the NRF test before the deadline?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    For those applying to NRF, in the academic sections, do we need to list every single exams or just the final qualification with the date?

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