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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    In general, AC's are less about “trying to catch you out” and more about whether you can think clearly under time pressure, communicate in a measured, commercial way and work effectively with others in a professional setting. From my knowledge, Links have a group exercise and a written...
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    Feedback on Skadden VC application

    This is clearly a well-considered answer. That said, in an era where tools such as ChatGPT are widely used, it is more important than ever to be highly specific and to ensure that each application is distinctly and deliberately tailored to the firm in question. What works You show genuine...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yes, you can submit an application that is largely similar if the questions are unchanged, but I'd recommend making meaningful updates rather than resubmitting it verbatim. Firms expect returning applicants to demonstrate reflection and progression since the last cycle. At a minimum, you...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    In most cases, it is best to prioritise your four most relevant and substantial legal experiences, rather than simply the four most recent roles. This means selecting experiences that best demonstrate: exposure to high-quality legal work; responsibility, analytical skills, or client...

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