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  1. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I've never taken the initiative to ask! I think this makes sense with commercial answers particularly. If asked on the spot where I'd invest a million £ (real question btw lol) I'd want a second to think and gather my thoughts.
  2. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I personally wouldn't as it makes your answers seem ungenuine. If you have to read notes on why you want to work in commercial law, its less convincing then someone who can fluently express their reasons. Just my opinion
  3. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    oh wait, now I'm confused. The email only mentions research but the website says both. Does anyone know?
  4. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    both
  5. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    It's actually insane that it isn't lol. I think this is the longest process I've seen. App (5 questions) then verbal reasoning then virtual AC and finally in-person AC. Not even MC or US firms have this :'( (I'll still go through it all for a TC though lol)
  6. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    It was after a written exercise
  7. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Osborne AC! Good news after my not so great AC performance today
  8. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I was so nervous at an AC that I didn't ask the grad rec a question at the end rip. How f'd am I?
  9. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    don't worry too much. It's completely normal! Anyone who's received a TC can tell you they received loads of rejections before one said yes. you've got this!
  10. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congratulations on your interview! Can I ask when you applied?
  11. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    This is very true! Thank you!! Confidence is mostly mindset :)
  12. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Usually I can contain my nerves but for personal reasons, I've been more tense. I will definitely look into the plant-based supplements and appreciate you responding to me :)
  13. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    another silly question from me lol but what are some ways to relax and calm down before an ac. panicking rn for several reasons and my head is all over the place
  14. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I'm very sorry for your loss. Your mum would be extremely proud of you and I respect you massively for being able to push through. It's funny because firms are always asking for resilient candidates and this has genuinely been the hardest push. I really appreciate your support and wish you the...
  15. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I'm so disheartened and unmotivated at the moment. I've wanted a training contract and have spent so long on applications. Now I can't concentrate on my AC and VI prep because I'm so consumed by something that has happened in my personal life. Has anyone been through this and have any advice? I...
  16. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you! A few days before the deadline
  17. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Spring
  18. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Have you completed it? Just wondering as now I'm confused haha. I might just do it on the 24th to be safe but that's basically 2 days to prepare lol
  19. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Very dumb question but if my W&C VI deadline is 25 Jan GMT +00.00 is that midnight on the 25th or on the 24th?
  20. futuretrainee2025

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Macs pfo as expected but W&C VI! You win and lose some :)

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