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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey, For your first point, I would recommend expanding upon what you mean by the firm has the mentality of determined newcomer. How has this been demonstrated in their work/ strategy? Have they explicitly stated that they are wishing to operate as a startup/newcomer or has this been shown in...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey, I am really sorry to hear about this. Getting a rejection after putting in so much time and effort can be really disheartening. But the fact you have taken the steps to receive extra feedback on your application shows a growth mindset and level of intentionality that is required to succeed...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey Zhiru, Not necessarily. Firms always have varying response times to applications, depending on the time of year and how many applications they have received. I wouldn't count yourself out!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Incredible achievement!!!!! Really happy for you🥳
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi Madison, I agree with you, a month in advance seems like a good amount of time. With rolling deadlines, I would always recommend getting your application in as soon as possible as you never really know how fast they are processing applications. From my experience with Gibson Dunn last year...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey, I'm sorry to hear about this, rejections can be really frustrating :( But it is also an incredible achievement to have gotten to that stage in the process. I would recommend scheduling a call with graduate recruitment to receive feedback on how you performed during the AC. From my...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey I’ll be on the scheme too, how do you know this?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This is so helpful! Who would you say are the firm’s competitors?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Could you please share where you think Gibson Dunn sits within this. What do you perceive their training structure to be like?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Andrei Radu Quick question- I’ve got a summer vac scheme with GD, but have seen that a few people on LinkedIn who applied for direct tcs have received offers already. Knowing that the firm recruits such a few number of trainees, will these direct tcs impact the number of trainees taken...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    That’s great! So they wouldnt rescind your offer if you say you need more time to do other vac schemes?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Had you accepted any of your spring offers before you completed your summer vs?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Got an offer yesterday for their spring

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