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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone heard back re White & Case’s November Open Days?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi Amma! Thank you so much for this detailed response - this provides more clarity in how to answer the question, and I will use this to write a detailed answer!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you again, this makes it clearer and i’ll adopt this structure.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    this is very helpful and confirms my interest in applying to the firm. Thank you kindly, Andrei.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Can anyone kindly provide advice on how to approach the following question for Freshfields’ Graduate Workshop application: “In no more than 400 words, tell us all about who you are. As part of your personal statement, you should demonstrate that you have the potential to be a great trainee. We...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I haven’t. I assume next week we shall.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    For anyone with knowledge of Sullivan & Cromwell, they have a generalist approach. Is this another term for “full-service” or is there a difference?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    i’ve also been rejected from NRF although i passed their arctic shores assessment. also expecting a PFO from Latham for their open day. like you, waiting to hear back re W&C open day, and Gibson Dunn. good luck for the rest!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    SPB Open Day PFO.. I did my research on the firm, applied my own experiences to the same, outlined how I would benefit from the Open Day, and applied a week before the deadline, yet I get a kick in the teeth.. What would the main reasons for a rejection from Open Day be?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I spoke to Grad Rec at the Legal Cheek Law Fair, who confirmed that grads can apply for the Insight Days (closing on 12th November). I’ve drafted my application for them, you have nothing to lose by applying.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone gotten a response from the following firms for their Open Days: Squire Patton Boggs Latham & Watkins
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you, Andrei. this is really helpful!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    No worries! Happy to continue here. So, I was hoping to understand the sources of the research that you did for DPW’s profile. I have used Chambers Student and Legal Cheek so far, but I am looking for more detailed sources to get a comprehensive outlook. Look forward to hearing your thoughts!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is Davis Polk’s Insight Day app rolling or non-rolling?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is anyone else applying to Davis Polk’s Open Day or has attended their Open Day and is able to kindly provide insight, please?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Just got my CAPP feedback report for Latham: Strengths are effective communication and personal responsibility. Area for development is analytical/complex training Should i place weight on this or is the application considered holistically?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    NRF Arctic Shores assessment for Winter VS - anyone suggest any practice links pls?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    PFO from Mayer Brown for 2026 Direct TC. I was about to ask for feedback until i read the email again, and they said they won’t provide it lmfao
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi all, Can anyone please offer advice on the Mayer Brown Job Simulation exercise? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi all, Can anyone please offer advice on the Mayer Brown Job Simulation exercise? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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