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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Linklaters open day rejection‼️
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    No you can only apply once a cycle.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    if we have spoken about a factor in for example why that firm do you think we should then not talk about it again in this area?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Not necessarily, there’s been nothing on LinkedIn either about someone getting a place which usually at least one person posts about
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Oh fair enough, idk about this year I just know last year they were giving percentiles out
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    you can ask them for your percentile
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is everybody still waiting on Linklaters to get back for the open day?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, does anybody know if Simmons & Simmons’ blended assessment invite is automatic and also if there is a time limit to complete it from when it is sent?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anybody know if Simmons Honestly, It is going to sound very cliche but resilience is very important! Application processes are not easy at all and are fiercely competitive. My motivation when getting rejected is remembering that the average age of a qualified solicitor is around 30. You...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi Amma, thank you for your in depth response. It is super helpful!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    for this question ‘tell us about any academic or non academic achievements and interests not covered elsewhere in this application’ can I talk about my role as a committee member for ‘non-academic achievements and interests’ if I talk about an event I organised?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Would you say the test is quite similar to other SJ and verbal reasoning tests you have done?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    What time did you receive the Links open day?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    No camera involved, if I remember correctly it is mainly SJ and some WG like questions at the end
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Could you drop me an insight into what the test includes? is it SJ, numerical, logical and verbal reasoning all in one?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    did this include the open day?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, has anybody heard back from Linklaters for their open day?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I don't think they have a VI for their Open day
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    At DLA Piper, we believe great business can make a better world. We believe in being bold, driven, compassionate, and collaborative. We are keen to hear what inspired your application. Why are you interested in starting a legal career at DLA Piper? Hi Guys, Is this question basically just...

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