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  1. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    After partner or HR?
  2. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I can’t mention specifically about dechert (I did the written exercise for them last week though), but if you genuinely think your application is strong then just apply. I applied to Sidley (who also roll) like 30 mins before the deadline and I’m now through to the final partner interview- so...
  3. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Invited to Sidley parter interview (post HR interview)!
  4. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    did my sidley interview yesterday, if anyone needs advice pls reach out :)
  5. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Since lots of people have already done the written exercise/have just gotten invites to the WE, I would say yes
  6. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Did it today! Feel free to message me :)
  7. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I just did mine this morning! Feel free to reach out
  8. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    this is so amazing and helpful, tysm !!!!!!
  9. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I have the jones day partner and Sidley HR interview, as well as the Dechert written exercise all next week - I would be so grateful for any advice anyone would have with any of the above. thank you !!!
  10. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    i have mine for the WVS in a few weeks, I’ll lyk how it goes!
  11. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    just got invited to the Sidley HR Interview!
  12. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I applied sep 16th
  13. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    yes I got invited to the online video exercise last friday !
  14. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I got invited for the written assessment today!
  15. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I applied last tuesday and have got to the interview stage already, so def not too late!
  16. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    received invite to jones day interview today! applied on Tuesday.
  17. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Dechert really be playing with us
  18. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    ok thank u for letting me know! hoping no news isnt necessarily bad news lol
  19. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    post-written?
  20. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I presume they would offer at least some help/some financial assistance for participants outside of London!

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