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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I am waiting as well. When did you take it? I haven't seen many people receive VI invitations recently.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi thanks @Ram Sabaratnam You definitely clarified this! However, I am now wondering how I could differentiate this question from the one specifically about teamwork...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, For Hogan Lovells, Reed Smith and CMS, how long did it take for people to revise the test.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi I am writing the application question to Arnold and Porter I am a bit confused about the wording of the following question: Give an example of where you have taken responsibility for others - describe the situation and your contribution. Does anyone have any advice on how to address...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Okay thank you. I guess I'll see if I get something tomorrow and otherwise assume I wasn't shortlisted.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I received the email from DLA saying I had successfully passed the WG test a week ago and I was wondering how long it took for people who go the VI?

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