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  1. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is the Withers Vacation Scheme freestanding? As in, do you have to separately apply for their TC after?
  2. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yep London. Applied on the 1st.
  3. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Stephenson Harwood virtual open day. 😁
  4. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Probably fine but I’d check what abbreviation they use (if you can find it through research). For example Trowers & Hamlins seem to be ‘Trowers’ rather than T&H.
  5. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They’ve started reviewing VIs and will get back about ACs soon.
  6. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Just to check you spelt it Forsters on your app!
  7. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    With Reed Smith, are the VI and the SJT given together?
  8. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They’re rolling but unlikely to be reviewing that many VIs over Christmas/New Years. I wouldn’t read it into too much.
  9. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone find their applications get better/quicker as they go through the cycle? I feel like I’ve peaked in terms of writing them well and quickly, but most of the deadlines are gone/going!
  10. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thanks! I haven’t had the WG. When did you apply?
  11. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone had anything from RPC?
  12. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    18th December.
  13. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Willkie VI! 😁
  14. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi all- I’m about to submit my Reed Smith application. The FAQs state they permit AI to be used to help in the application form (which I’ve taken advantage of), with the usual caveats. But at the end of the form, they have a box to tick to confirm your responses are free from ‘any influence or...
  15. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If you complete your VI on Christmas Day, are you allowed to wear a Santa hat? Asking for a friend. On a serious note, Merry Christmas everyone!
  16. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Today marks 3 months since I applied to BCLP for their Spring Vac (first app of the cycle). Haven’t heard back after test. Please send me my PFO already. 😅
  17. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I knew they would consider it but when you’re nervous about answering, a fixed time limit is helpful as it gives you no choice and you have to just go for it. This one was a choice of balancing quality and time, and I think I didn’t take the time thing as seriously…
  18. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    To be honest I’m happy with my answers but I did take full advantage of the unlimited (but not untimed) prep time, and worried I took way too long on each question.
  19. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you for answering questions on the forum! @ReedSmithBecca would you still encourage applicants who are looking to apply to Reed Smith this close to the deadline?
  20. James Wakefield

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I heard back yesterday and have been invited to a voice interview, but then I did apply back in October and did the test in November. Just be aware that they only give you 72 hours to complete the VI.

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