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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi everyone! I have a question regarding working hours on vacation schemes. Is it generally expected for vac schemers to stay late (or is this the exception)? I appreciate that this may be firm specific, but I have an upcoming vac scheme at a large international firm and am curious! Can you make...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone who had a AC with White & Case from late Feb/early March heard back from them? Had mine on 29 February, not sure if I should email them now
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    On the 29th February, what about you?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hey! Havent heard back either, just wanted to ask if you did end up hearing back?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I did my AC on the same date, haven't heard back yet either!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone have any experience with K&L Gates Summer Scheme Interview?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I am curious about this as well!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I have 9 days!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    14 Feb!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I just received one for spring/summer if this helps!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    DLA Piper Vac scheme offer!! Finally 😭
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Can anyone provide insight into White & Case VI? Didnt see the invite until today and only have a day to prepare >.<
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone else having issues with DLA Piper AC rescheduling? Pls PM me!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Like notes about the firm, some bullet points for questions like why law etc
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    For a in-person AC, are you generally allowed to bring in pre-written notes? Also, will you be able to write notes during the AC day itself (written exercise/case study/partner interview etc)?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Did anybody else get a open day invite from K&L Gates? Pls message me!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anybody had the DLA Piper AC in London yet?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hey guys! For a strength-based interview (a question such as "What achievements are you most proud of, and how did you achieve these?") would you suggest linking my answer back to the firm at the last part? I struggle to do this in a way that doesn't come across as a little artificial
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congrats! Can I ask when you applied? :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you so much!

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