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  1. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Me, a literature graduate, slamming the table because I can't use emdashes and "honed" anymore after AI because it'll be ruled out as one (I've always loved using them😭)
  2. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    It's competency related based on a given peculiar scenario. You really do have to think on your feet and there's a lot to read and prepare within 1 minute. The issue here is the time limit rather than the questions themselves.
  3. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Not sure as the information is unavailable online. I'm visiting the firm tomorrow, and shall ask and let you know!
  4. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Anyone here attending HSF Kramer Disputes Open Day?
  5. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Everyone I know is traumatized by it, I swear 😭
  6. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I'm planning to do the same, as the question given is about the skills. I might also attempt to parallel the things I like about the firm with how that fits my skillset, something I tried with Slaughter and May application, as they're strictly one page. It helps me reduce the page length from...
  7. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I've had similar questions and they replied me. I'm pasting the answer verbatim, so it might help you! Mail from Taylor Wessing graduate recruitment team: "Within your cover letter, we are looking for you to showcase your key skills, your motivations for applying to Taylor Wessing...
  8. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Could someone temme what kind of questions one can anticipate in the Weil VI? Is it twisted since that's the only part they'll be getting to know us? Or just simple and straightforward?
  9. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I've had two way communications with both emails... I send my queries to Earlycareers mail, I received Open day and other events confirmation from gradrec email. I would prefer Earlycareers mail for clarifying doubts, and gradrec for event related queries.
  10. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is there any added advantage if you do the virtual work simulation of the law firms you're applying to?
  11. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I'm assuming the same, as quite a few got it already!
  12. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you for all your responses! This did put things at ease for me mentally. I much appreciate it✨!
  13. Lawlawland

    I think I did terrible with my WGT. FML. It could have been much better man, FFS😭😭😭😭

    I think I did terrible with my WGT. FML. It could have been much better man, FFS😭😭😭😭
  14. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Guys... Any tips on how to manage anticipation anxiety? I've never made so many applications and awaited for so many results, worrying about their outcomes. Life in academia was so smooth and I always got into wherever I wanted to. Dealing with rejections for the first time, in bulk is mildly...
  15. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Reading time is unlimited! But the question is least about the content and more situational!
  16. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Nope, but being exceptionally good at the AI internship might get you a direct TC assessment is what I was told, which was pretty confusing for me too!
  17. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yes, they told the same tbh. While they're rolling out ACs for Vac Schemes, they're planning to wait till the deadline for AI internship closes to make any decisions for this. That said they're taking step cautiously. While my friend who applied for the AI one got rejected in a few days...
  18. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    They're figuring out ig, coz I got two different inputs regarding this. One said there might be an interview with grad team and the tech team. One wasn't sure if they have any... That said, I don't think this is anyway easy as they made it clear the benchmark for AI internship is the same as...
  19. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yes, they have 3 potential paths, given we perform really well: 1. If we wanna continue in the legal tech space, they'll note us as priority when a role opena up and reach out and hire us directly. 2. If we wanna take the solicitor path, and if we wanna do a vac scheme for exposure, or if they...

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