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    Hi GK8997, I have just been asked to complete the Dechert video interview. I was just...

    Hi GK8997, I have just been asked to complete the Dechert video interview. I was just wondering whether you had any tips or advice? or what it consists of? Would really appreciate it!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    How do people prepare for competency interviews?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Theres no average. It differs for everyone
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Automatic
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Congrats! Where there any other dates?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    yes thats generally correct
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Wednesday!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Helloo what time do firms stop sending emails? I always thought they stopped at 5pm for some weird reason 💀
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    No way just refreshed emails and seen that DLA AC went to my junk 😱😱!! new fear unlocked check Your junk guys
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    NRF AC!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    (redacted) I see you’re trying to help but is this allowed to be shared? … considering ppl are in the process of competing TI aswell
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    When did you complete Watson glaser for Hogan Lovells
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Maybe since tomorrows Friday we will get some responses
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Not too sure but I know Shearman prefers Oxbridge as it adds prestige to the firm not sure about others tho
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Sorry about that If you don’t mind me asking, when did you complete the WG?
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    Hogan Lovells Application 2020/21

    Has anyone heard back post-WG for Hogan lovells?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Try their annual report
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    The general theme is that if you flop a WG you hear back immediately. If you have not heard back for a while does that mean they might be reading your application by now?? at my wits end lol!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    did you email before or after your application updated on November 24th?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Yes potentially. If your app has been updated im guessing they have already re-viewed your app and the WG

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