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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone heard back from W&C regarding their open day application?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    any tips for the dechert VI and written exercise? i just got a last minute invite for both so I would appreciate any help!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    did grad rec say that the last set of VIs and written exercises will be completed this week? Or will there be more in the coming weeks?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi very well done for the VI invite! Can I ask which vac scheme did you apply to?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    From my experience, JD values candidates who really understand how their firm is different from their competitors. My interviewer really pushed that question during my interview last year. From what I understand, the AC structure has changed this year. However, I think that this quality is...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    hey - the email regarding the outcome of the test can vary - i got the email saying i passed within 2 hours of doing the test but i think generally, you should get it within a couple days of doing the test. If you have been waiting for more than a week, I would suggest emailing grad rec
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Any news from ashurst re AC invites?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    any advice for staying motivated during this application cycle? this is my third application cycle, and while I have gone past written application stage for my previous application cycles, I can't seem to succeed past the AC stage...any advice for staying motivated and positive during the vac...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I saw somewhere on this forum that the Ashurst grad rec team is still reviewing applications and waiting to allocate AC slots for their WVS. They confirmed this at the legal cheek law fair on tuesday. Its likely that they will be contacting candidates w/ AC invites/ rejections until the 10th Nov...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    i had my interview last friday (10th feb) - the of-counsels that interviewed me told me that i would hear back 'in a couple of days'
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    how long does it usually take for jones day to get back to you post-interview?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    has anyone heard back from travers smith post-application form yet?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does anyone know if the ashurst tests have to be completed before tmr's deadline?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi :) well done for making it to the second stage interview!! I have my first stage interview in a couple of days and I was wondering whether you had any advice? What sort of questions did they ask you and how did you find the overall interview experience?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does anyone have any advice for the gibson dunn first stage interview - I have mine next week? Would be very grateful to hear how people prepared and found the interview process :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does anyone know how long it usually takes for Gibson Dunn to get back after submitting the application form?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    is anyone applying for gibson dunn finding it difficult to find what recent deals they have done? i've looked through their website and on google but i don't seem to have any luck :/ any advice?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Well done!! This is amazing!! I am also applying to Jones Day (but for the Spring scheme) and I was wondering how you approached to cover letter? Did you use a particular structure?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Is anyone still waiting to hear back from A&O post-SJT? I applied on 15th Sept and I am still yet to hear back from them but I know they have been inviting people for an AC. Should I be worried??
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Anyone hear anything back from A&O for winter vac scheme?

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