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  1. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you so much for the insights. I much appreciate it.
  2. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    What's the passmark for Clifford chance WGT?
  3. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    How long does it usually take to submit a good application? It took me 3 whole days to complete one application and IDK if I'm doing it right. It's exhausting.
  4. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Please feel free to reach out to me post 28th October, I shall share you the significant things I learnt from Insight Day!
  5. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Akin Open Days invite 🙂 While I would also be attending HSF Kramer, Hogan Lovells and RPC open days, I would like to know some tips to make the most out of the open day to convert it to a VS!
  6. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    This is really insightful and helped me structure the answer. Thank you for this!
  7. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey People, Here with an unusual request! I would highly appreciate if anyone who has been successful with applications could help me proofread my application for Covington, submission due tomorrow. I am very keen about this and none of my immediate circle had deep English or Law knowledge to...
  8. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Where and how do I practice for Links Capp test? Is it hard?
  9. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    The online one you do doing the application is not timed. but, on the AC, you will be made to take the test in person again, that is timed.
  10. Lawlawland

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, can someone guide me on where I can practice the Links Capp test? And how tough is their WGT?
  11. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    IKR!!!!! I want to get it off my chest! 3 different questions stuffed in one, and we are also expected to give our personal experiences along with the answer to those 3 questions... and 1 minute to prepare all of these.... It was daunting to say the least. It takes at least 45 seconds to read...
  12. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Anyone else attending today's Linklaters Open Evening?
  13. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Can someone tell me if the Latham and Watkins Practice Video Interview Questions are similar to the ones asked in the actual interview? If not, could anyone please share the kind of questions I can anticipate in the VI? Thanks in Advance.
  14. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I am at Latham's VI stage right now. I would like some insights on what they ask and how to prepare. I have 2 days to complete and submit it.
  15. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I just did! I submitted my application and SJT yesterday.
  16. Lawlawland

    Ask Osborne Clarke Anything!

    Thank you for the response, Patrick. I have signed up for the London Open Evening! Looking forward to seeing you there. However, if you could excuse my enthusiasm, I have a few follow-up questions. Would I be sponsored for a visa if I apply for any other office other than the London One? Does...
  17. Lawlawland

    Ask Osborne Clarke Anything!

    Hi Patrick (Patrick - Osborne Clarke), I hope you are having a good day! I would like to know if there are any open days and virtual events that I could attend to have better insights and understanding before applying for the Vac Scheme! As an international student who has done most of her...
  18. Lawlawland

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    @johnsmith @sapphireoreos I did, and I got into their virtual open day, even though I had applied for the IRL one. They said they could not accommodate me for the IRL one but wanted to offer a plan virtually, which I agreed to. It was sent a week after the application.

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