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    Hi everyone, how long after applying to Freshfields (putting in your info) do you get the tests? I received an email saying I would be sent the tests once it had been confirmed I met the eligibility criteria but how long did people hear back with tests after? Also given they do this check does...
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    Does anyone have insights on the cover letter for Perkins Coie. I don't think anyone on the forum received a definitive answer on their qs
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi Jess, For this opportunity it has mentioned to include Cover letter including your response to the following questions: What attracts you to the LBA program? What is a recent story in the news that could impact a Perkins Coie client and what could that effect be? would you recommend it...
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    What is the position on accepting accommodation from a firm even if you don't need it? considering grad rec would know my address from my application would it be looked down upon? @Jessica Booker would appreciate some insight :)
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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

    When a firm calls with an offer for a VS, roughly how long after would they send email confirmation?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I have yet to hear back from Milbank (post-app, have not received a test), should I assume PFO?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi what was the timeframe for hearing back from Akin. Recently received a holding email :(
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi how long after completing the VI did you hear back :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Congrats to both! - when did you submit/complete the WG?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    How long after completing Cooley WG do you hear back? Same q for Akin Gump (completed their tests a while ago but yet to hear back)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is this for direct TC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Do you receive a confirmation email from Cooley after completing the WG?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Applied on the 31/12 and selected both levfin + traditional VS (no preference), have yet to even receive WG.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I'm a bit confused, do Cooley send out the video interview to everyone who reaches the benchmark or will they review apps again?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi has anyone heard back from mishcon or Mayer brown post VI? (for spring)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Better to be overdressed than underdressed but casual usually refers to not needing a blazer or tie - avoid jeans, trainers, and sweats
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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

    anyone else still waiting for Mishcon post-VI?
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