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  1. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Cleared all cookies and website data before reopening my browser and accessing it again. It might also take a new browser/device.
  2. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yes I did get it back and managed to submit it!
  3. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is anyone still waiting to hear back from BCLP after a long wait? I did their online test on 20th September and I’ve not heard anything since!
  4. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thanks, but the additional information section is just a textbox it seems, and I can’t upload anything to it.
  5. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’ve applied to Eversheds Sutherland and noticed the form asked you to submit evidence of your degree module grades alongside your application. However, there was nowhere to upload a transcript. Has anyone else encountered this problem, and is it worth an email to their Early Talent Team? Thanks!
  6. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    How long did it take before they gave you the test?
  7. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Still waiting for the test here. How long did it take you to get it?
  8. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Just filled in the Taylor Wessing form and now I can’t access it because of the error. 🫠 Has the form come back for anyone or have you had to start again/set up a new account?
  9. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I didn’t have this problem and could enter all my work experiences.
  10. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I see Eversheds Sutherland have the same application questions as last year (and I think going back a few years before too). Is there any advice anywhere on how to approach these and what they are looking for? Given they’ve been the same for a few years I haven’t found much, and the firm...
  11. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is it affecting submissions?
  12. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I got Pride, Growth Mindset and Efficiency as my strengths and ‘preference to be relaxed and informal’ as my weakness. Haven’t heard back from the firm but I applied in September so assuming PFO.
  13. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone received a PFO post-app from BCLP? Or do they only get back to those unsuccessful after the deadline?
  14. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi all- I’m wondering if anyone has some advice on applying to Taylor Wessing? I’m especially interested in what they look for in the cover letter and how’s that’s different to ‘What motivates you for a career in Law at Taylor Wessing and what key skills would you bring? {provide answer of 2500...
  15. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Trowers and Hamlins winter insight day invite!
  16. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Just got an invite too and feeling the same! 🏆
  17. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone heard back from Cooley about the virtual open day coming up?
  18. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    The website says ‘We’ll read applications as they come in but won’t fill our assessment centre places before the deadline closes.’ I take that as possibly rolling, as it implies they may allocate some AC places before the deadline. Would be interested to know if anyone has heard otherwise.
  19. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I can relate- I actually like doing the Watson Glaser, it’s my favourite test. The one I cannot stand though is Artic Shores game-based assessments. They really suck!
  20. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone heard back from Dentons post-app? I think their test isn’t automatic?

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