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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I see. Thank you for clearing this up. Still hope to hear from others also applying to Curtis and Winston & Strawn. Also, does anyone know if the following firms use Watson Glaser > Milbank, Cooley, White & Case and Orrick Thanks team
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    What is the VI? I'm applying to Kirkland & Ellis and I would love to know... Is it a critical thinking/reasoning test. Also, for Watson Glaser tests as part of vac schemes what is generally the minimum pass mark to get to the next stage? I've been practicing my Watson Glaser using TCLA and...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    How can you prepare for a SJT? I feel like it's near impossible apart from looking at their values perhaps?? Also, I'm close to submitting my Kirkland & Ellis app. Does anyone know if there is a Watson Glaser test if I'm successful with the written application form?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I've got to the SST for Reed Smith. Does anyone have any tips for this?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does anyone know how to succeed in the SST? Can you prepare?

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