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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Are you sure? I went to book my slot the second the AC invite was sent, and the latest date was 6 Feb. Also, ive spoke to a lot of people and that is also the latest date ive seen/heard. And they are non-rolling, so the fact they told us we could hear back in the next few days means it was the...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yeah, I believe the last batch of ACs was on Feb 6.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Macfarlanes plz put me out of my misery
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    massive congratulations to everybody :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thats how I feel every Sunday lol.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    get a base understanding of M&A and PE. In my interview, I was asked a lot of technical terms that if I didnt have a base understanding I simply couldnt answer. I.e. what is a warranty? How could the company raise funds?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Ah yes, that is something the entire group chat really needed to hear. They are just bragging, doesn't even make any logical sense.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Still not a peep out of Shearman for its Spring vac scheme 0.0
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Its a super late deadline, so its probably just people checking if there are any schemes still available and just applying.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone have tips for the interview Q "tell me about a story you have been following" i'm having a difficult time doing anything but just summarising the article, how can I create links to the firm and explain the impact. I'm struggling to think of anything, would appreciate any rough ideas...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    On the really old Macfarlanes interview someone posted how they answered the question, but you have to find it manually as its not listed in the premium database
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    So an example of why you might be attracted to the firm is they have a best friends network, and you find the collaborative approach enjoyable. While the work placement may have a small intake and compulsory corporate seat, and you are interested in getting the hands-on experience of a small...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    @Jessica Booker I've got the Macfarlanes written exercise in a few days, which often includes a letter. In all the examples I have looked at people seem to never use any headings/sub-headings when writing these letters, even though they address multiple different legal issues. Is that normal...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yes
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    anybody heard back from Macfarlanes post AC?
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    How to make successful applications?

    Any statements you make become much more convincing when you have attached experiences. i.e. having worked at X I realised I thrived in a collaborative environment. Just saying I like it because I find it interesting wont get you far. Try to build up your experiences, even if it isn't at...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Doesn't mean its over, but you really shouldn't be doing that in future. You are trying to demonstrate a real genuine interest in the firm, and you have the opportunity to ask direct questions and say no. Prepare a few predetermined questions next time.
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    Macfarlanes AC - typed or handwritten?

    Is the written assessment typed or handwritten? if you don't know, what is the normal standard at most firms? I get really bad hand cramps when I write, that means I struggle with time-assessed things, so I'd just like to know in advance.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    They wont be impressed or upset, they will just matter of fact review it and give you an outcome earlier.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    lol this was exactly what I was thinking when I was booking mine.

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