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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I did a VS with Gateley in Birmingham last summer (didn't manage to convert to TC though), happy to answer any questions! :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Travers Smith PFO post-app around half 5.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Not me thinking my computer screen was broken but it's actually the birthday celebration decorations 🤣
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone heard from CRS (post-VI) or Withers (post-test) this week?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    HL Summer Vac Scheme PFO Post-Test
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I've seen about one person on here, so doesn't seem to be many. I haven't heard back yet.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Ah okay, thank you! :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I've seen quite a few people mentioning HL PFOs/ACs, are any of these for the Summer Vacation Scheme?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone heard from Bakers post-app who applied on/after the 25th Jan, and anyone heard from Hogan Lovells post-WG who applied mid-Nov onwards for Summer?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I hope so! I didn't apply until early Jan so guessing I'll be part of one of the later batches.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Wow fantastic, an amazing achievement! I wish you all the best! If you don't mind me asking, when did you apply?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you very much!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone been able to find a list for Baker McKenzie's clients? One of their application questions involves knowing who their clients are but I can't find a list on their website, Chambers, Legal500 or Legal Cheek so I'm struggling rip!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Mills & Reeve post-test PFO
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    London and I submitted on 7th November. They encouraged me to apply again, but they'll probably send that to everyone they Withdraw haha!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    DLA just sent me a Withdrawal because they've filled all their spots, really wish I'd applied earlier! Something to bare in mind if I'm not successful this application cycle I suppose.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yes, I got a PFO. I applied for their Easter Scheme on the 9th Sept, and did the VI in early November.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Me too. Too early a celebration rip!!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I haven't heard anything yet either from CC, hopefully that's good news? :)
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    Allen & Overy Winter Vacation Scheme 2024

    Thank you! I got it via email, I think they phone the successful candidates and email the unsuccessful ones.

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