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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I completed the Linklaters WG in mid-November, would it reflect poorly if I enquire about my score now?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Congratulations! I just wanted to ask, when did you complete the WG?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I am not too sure: I did mine as "Dear Graduate Recruitment" because I couldn't find who to address it to!
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    Linklaters 2019/20 Application

    Do you reckon it's worth sending an e-mail to enquire about the application?
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    White & Case Applications 2020/21

    Yeah haha! I applied mid-November for the summer VS and I am getting slightly worried!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Oh congratulations!!! Is this for the spring or summer?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Congratulations!! Is this for the VS or the TC and when did you apply?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    It might be worth it to send them an e-mail if it has been so incredibly long!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I am sorry to hear that! When did you complete the VI and tests?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Not heard back from W&C yet, but I read earlier on the forum that someone who applied in October got a video interview so I am guessing we shall start hearing soon considering its rolling basis!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    For the Ashurst cover letter, should we use the formal letter writing format including the address of the receiver or just start with Dear Mr Wong?
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    If this is for the direct TC, they said they would get back to everyone by December 21st! If you haven't heard back, might be worth sending GR an e-mail!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Nope! I did the WG for Freshfields Summer VS on December 13th and haven't heard back yet!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Thank you so much!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    hi has anyone completed the PwC tests? if so, do you have any tips :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    What are the scheme dates for Mayer Brown? I am unable to find them on the website!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    For the Cleary cover letter, is it recommended to add the address and sign off after? Who do we address it to and how many words is recommended?

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