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  1. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has Reed Smith done any ACs for WVS?
  2. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Don't worry about these rejections, even though it's disheartening, I'm sure you'll be landing at an amazing firm soon! And that time these PFOs will feel like a blessing! 🥹 Also, for A&O was it the DTC or the VS?
  3. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know any good sources to practice the Arctic Shores test?
  4. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yes and got mini heart attacks in the process too, thinking that it's a PFO
  5. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is the Gowling WLG DTC deadline today at 23:59 or 5PM?
  6. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone done Irwin Mitchell's assessment?
  7. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I scored a low in numerical reasoning, high in verbal reasoning and good/excellent across other areas of the Amberjack for A&O. Is it going to be a direct rejection considering the low or is there a ray of hope?
  8. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For those who completed the A&O DTC VI, how many questions are there and are they motivational or competency? Thank you!
  9. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For those who sent their VS app to Milbank, after how many days did you receive the SJT and WE link or is it sent with the application? I am planning my deadlines so this information would be helpful. Thank you!
  10. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For those that did the A&O DTC, is the VI unlimited prep and also is it motivational or competency? Also, how many questions are there?
  11. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know if Gowling WLG makes offers before Christmas or is it in the New Year?
  12. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you! And is the written exercise or any part of the assessment timed?
  13. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For those who have done the Online Assessment for Milbank, what kind of a test is it? As the brochure says it's ' application and online assessments' for Stage 1 and Stage 2 is mentioned as critical thinking assessment. Any help will be appreciated ☺️
  14. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you! Are the questions situation judgment or motivation based?
  15. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone done A&O SJT that needs to be submitted with the DTC. I wanted to know if there's a VI and what's the preparation time for it.
  16. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has Gibson Dunn sent out interview invites to anyone for Spring?
  17. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Are there any international candidates applying to CMS? I have a few questions about the eligibility

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