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  1. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yes, got the call just now! Thank you so much :) I did my interview 8th of February
  2. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I jumped the gun a bit too quick; Goodwin Summer VS!
  3. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    No call... I'm cooked 💀
  4. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Akin PFO post TI 🥲 if a Goodwin PFO comes in today too I will be devastated lol
  5. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Ahaha thank you so much! The email was a pleasant surprise (emphasis on surprise, my spreadsheet had them down as an assumed PFO) 😭 The AC is in the 2nd week of March! Hoping you guys hear back soon positively too :)
  6. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    AC for McDermott Will & Emery!
  7. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    This is for spring :) Hope you hear back soon!
  8. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you so much for this informative post! Your support in this process has been so helpful, as well as the support of the forum as a whole. Thank you so much! Wishing you all the best for your AC results, hoping you hear back positively ❤
  9. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    The partner who interviewed me called, then later GR sent an email outlining the details :)
  10. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Dechert SVS! If anyone needs advice on the process, feel free to DM me :)
  11. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Is there anyone I could talk to in dms about something? I'm just feeling a bit terrible atm and I don't really have people to talk to about this process. Thanks so much :)
  12. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Linklaters PFO post AC.. I have another AC tomorrow but got the call today and I'm feeling so gutted I can't think straight. How do I let this PFO go and focus on my next AC? Any advice would be greatly appreciated, am feeling quite disheartened right now. 😥
  13. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I'm still yet to receive a WG from HL 😥 hopefully we both hear back positively soon!🤞
  14. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I sent out applications to HL & Macfarlanes over the last few days and have not received a test invite from either of them... as the deadline is approaching I'm wondering if I should be worried/email GR.
  15. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I'm feeling the same way, I haven't written an application since the 15th of Dec 😭 good luck with your goal, you've got this! I might set myself a similar one :) hope you've been having a relaxing break from applications at least ahaha
  16. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    W&C PFO 😭 Also, does anyone have advice on drafting an email to a firm to let them know you can't attend an event? I just received an invitation to the Gibson Dunn open day, but this coincides with the Freshfields Graduate Workshop, which I've already confirmed my attendance for. I'm quite...
  17. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congrats, I also got an invite! I got an email from Dechert today too letting me know they've filled up their WVS but are still in the process of reviewing my application, so will roll it to the Spring/Summer Schemes. Has anyone else received this email?
  18. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I just heard back from them - got an offer! Good luck ☺️
  19. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I have a few interviews for WVS coming up and I'm a little bit anxious as I've never attended a law firm interview - I'm hoping the nerves won't make me trip over my own feet under the pressure! Does anyone have any advice on how to prepare for interviews with HR & partners respectively? Thank...
  20. jas1502

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi, I have an upcoming AC with Cleary! I addressed my cover letter to Graduate Recruitment and submitted my academic transcript separately, with minimal grade breakdown on my CV. Hope this helps 😊

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