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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much @Jessica Booker
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone have any insight into Haynes and Boone - in terms of what to expect if you were a trainee at the firm? I can offer insight into other firms.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Jessica Booker @Andrei Radu @Ram Sabaratnam! Can I talk about my volunteering experience in a question asking about non-academic interests, but the volunteering is at my university's law clinic. If not, what sort of examples would you draw upon? Thank you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey, I'm not too sure. I completed the VI and heard back about a week later.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I haven't completed the vac scheme, only the VI
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone know when Hill Dickinson get back to you after the VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I agree. I also emailed for an update about a month ago and have heard absolutely nothing! Very frustrating.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They have specifically asked for a CV and cover letter in order to submit the application. It's not via a portal it's a submission over email.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Jessica Booker, I am currently applying for a paralegal role. What type of things should be included in the cover letter? Is it the same structure as a vacation scheme or training contract cover letter? Any advice would be highly appreciated. Thank you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone have any tips for the Hill Dickinson VI - I can offer insight into Reed Smith, Foot Anstey and HFW. (Any tips/ advice would be highly appreciated).
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    No worries, I never knew they were rolling so it was quite a surprise to get the test invite! Thank you so much, I defo agree with you. I feel like everyone will always believe they could have done better. Good luck with your application too! Happy to provide insight into the VI when you...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    It is but i submitted the application a few weeks ago and then heard back, so I'm assuming GR review apps on a rolling basis?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Has anyone else done the Foot Anstey VI for direct TCs - I don't think mine went very well!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone who is waiting heard from PMC post-app? I'm assuming a rejection given that I thought ACs were being conducted until the end of Feb
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I was thinking the exact same!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Evening, does anyone have any tips regarding Foot Anstey's VI? I would really appreciate any advice.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi all, does anyone have any advice regarding Hill Dickinson's VI and test? Any tips would be highly appreciated, thank you.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone heard from Hill Dickinson or know when candidates will hear back?

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