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  1. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    There are of course some firms that it’s much better to apply early- and some are honest and say they don’t necessarily read every application (Bird & Bird, Simmons & Simmons). BUT I keep hearing of people who get ACs who applied on deadline day, for even top firms. So I agree with generally...
  2. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’m waiting for the heart attack update email from Forsters where they say we’ll hear back next week instead. 😅
  3. James Wakefield

    Ask Willkie Farr & Gallagher Anything!

    Hi Gemma! I’m wondering if you usually review VIs in the order they’re received or in the order of the application/no particular order? Thank you!
  4. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yea for Addleshaw Goddard although I did apply very early (back in October). Only a few people have heard back on here I think.
  5. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Sorry to hear that. Post-app or Post-VI?
  6. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    It says you have 7 days to complete the assessment from the time you receive the email. So I assume that means finishing and submitting it before that deadline.
  7. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Did people put their GCSE results on the Withers form? (As well as the CRS form)?
  8. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Reed Smith SJT + VI 😁 Makes up for the no news (almost definitely PFO) from Dentons post-VI.
  9. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’ve done one Cappfinity test today with another to do this week. I guess it’s worth waiting for the feedback report for the first one right before doing the second? Do they tend to arrive the next day?
  10. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Are people who applied since Christmas still waiting for Reed Smith to get back?
  11. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    It’s weird though because there’s no other reference anywhere on the website or on the graduate brochure!
  12. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi all. Still not clear on this so any advice would be really helpful. On the website there’s one small section which says “Learn about our one week vacation schemes that allow you to get to know the firm before you apply for a training contract.” Just wondering if that means the VS is...
  13. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is the Withers Vacation Scheme freestanding? As in, do you have to separately apply for their TC after?
  14. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yep London. Applied on the 1st.
  15. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Stephenson Harwood virtual open day. 😁
  16. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Probably fine but I’d check what abbreviation they use (if you can find it through research). For example Trowers & Hamlins seem to be ‘Trowers’ rather than T&H.
  17. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They’ve started reviewing VIs and will get back about ACs soon.
  18. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Just to check you spelt it Forsters on your app!
  19. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    With Reed Smith, are the VI and the SJT given together?
  20. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They’re rolling but unlikely to be reviewing that many VIs over Christmas/New Years. I wouldn’t read it into too much.

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