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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just check whether they had any recent deals, revenue growth, or new partners joining the firm….and then link it to yourself and explain why it attracts you bringing your experiences and skills.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    It’s 6 but I suppose everyone has them as they’re just showing there that those are the skills that they look for in candidates.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi guys, if I’ve just submitted my application for A&O WVS , do you know how many days I have to do their online assessments?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just email them at this point
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    That question is a bit weird because when firms have this question, it’s usually a Yes/No option, but here you need to tailor down a 100-word answer. I also wonder whether Grammarly counts towards AI.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi @vera.mekhonoshina and @ZNadeem, could you please help me with structuring the following question? - What makes you a good candidate for a training contract at Jones Day? Your answer should be reflective of your skills and personal experience Do I need to link back to the firm's...
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    Where firms recruit from (Vacation Scheme vs Direct TC applications) 2024-2025

    @Jaysen @vera.mekhonoshina @ZNadeem , by any chance would it be possible to update this list please? Been asking several times over the past months:(
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Use a few bits from it for White Case and Taylor Wessing, as they both require you to submit a cover letter. Last year, W&C's was 1000 words.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    But from your pov you'd rather write a good cover letter and then if you get shortlisted towards the next stage, it just motivates you more and gives you a bit of energy that you're one step up compared to just receiving an automatic WG or SJT, which is just nothing special about...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Probs bad because last year it was only to write that cover letter, and if you're shortlisted, then they sent you WG. Whereas they are now all being lazy and starting to follow Linklaters structure. A&O changed their structure to this one as well.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For those who applied for the A&O Winter Vac Scheme, do they send an automatic SJT with VI or just SJT only?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just message them now; they usually respond within a day or two.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    On 9th
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi @vera.mekhonoshina and @ZNadeem, when writing the answer about 'Why Paul Weiss', for example, is it okay if one of the deals that I'll be speaking about is one that their US team were dealing with? Or does it have to be only deals that were handled by their UK team, since I am applying in...
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    Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2025-26 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

    How about Kirkland or do they only recruit through DTC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I can't believe Macfarlanes has only one 300-word motivation question for their Vacation Scheme application. Does anyone know whether they send an automatic Watson-Glaser test once you apply?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know whether Kirkland and Sullivan & Cromwell recruit trainees from Vac Schemes only, or is it possible to apply to their DTC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I've noticed a few firms have this common question in the application where you need to tick either the Yes or No box and then give an explanation: Have you chosen to use AI tools (such as ChatGPT) in your application? Provide a short explanation of your choice – 100 words If the answer is No...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is it for their Open Day?
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    Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2025-26 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

    I hope they will, but ever since Ram left, it seems like TCLA is having a downfall lol. The Vac Scheme and Open Days tables haven't been updated for weeks now.... nvm about this table...

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