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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Any tips for the Mayer Brown test? Is it automatic?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Guys, I repeat once again, My two closest friends were a tax advisor and a PT and they got a training contract! Yes you learn a lot by being a paralegal but that will not necessarily give you a TC. I am the perfect example..so just work!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    So, I am a bit privileged because I had two internships where I worked for free. I made a pact with my parents, I am coming back home for a while I have a bit of money saved..do you mind supporting me? So for 4 months I stayed home and did two legal internships. But in retrospective, this was a...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Also use LinkedIn to network with recruiters and make yourself available, I literally started as an insurance tech on a 18K salary and now I am a paralegal on a trainee salary. So, it is going to take time but exploit every single damn opportunity to get your career going.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey guys, I am applying to Mayer Brown "Please use this section to tell us about any academic or non-academic achievements and interests not covered elsewhere in this application" Should I use the STAR method? @Jessica Booker could I please have your opinion on this? Thank you in advance
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I am reading it now..you know that I respect this person..but I am worried
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Did you guys read the Linkedin Post published by the CC GRM? It scares me that it takes less than a minute to bin a vs/tc app!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Jeez..what do tests include?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi guys, How long did it take to receive Reed Smith test?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you very much for your help. I actually changed my whole approach to this question and included as much as possible to show my full personality through my achievements and interests.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi guys, I am applying to Reed Smith and there is only one question "Please provide us with any additional information that you would like to share about yourself, including your main activities or interests outside of study or work-life and for example any awards or personal achievements" I...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Simmons got a PFO..last night
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Nope, it is not necessary you have to show that you are interested in and understand the topic.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Did Reed smith change its application process?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    They did not go into details
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I attended an event where the GR said that they were going to change their application process
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Simmons ghosted me..oh well let's move on!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Happy for you! So they are handing out WS?

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