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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I got through to the second stage. I applied on 31 December.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Watson Glaser.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Oh sorry! Should have said. I applied for Cooley summer.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Through to second stage for Cooley!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    It seemed like there was conflicting information. I'm a last minute applicant, but this is why I like to submit the day before the deadline. Submitting the day of is too risky because it's not always clear when the advert will close.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    There’s no policy. You’re free to email whoever you like. Just be mindful that they may not response. I’ve reached out to lawyers and partners throughout this process, and all of them (bar one) have been really responsive and happy to help.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I spoke to a partner and senior associate at A&O and they said that a large part of getting through the application stage is luck.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Did you get a holding email from Cooley?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is that email address for real?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I sometimes feel like the process to get a TC is just one gigantic humiliation exercise. I bet GR/the training principles are like this when designing the process:
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I really wish karma existed in corporate. Too often, it feels like the people who advance the furthest are the ones most willing to step on others. Big Law especially is not known for morality and ethics.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Recruitment is not a moral or fair process. You have to do what’s in your best interests always because everyone else is out for themselves.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    It depends on the firm. What are their practice areas?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    You can withdraw from a recruitment process at any point. They’re really not going to care. It’s expected that candidates will drop out anyway.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you so much for explaining this. I guess it makes sense, as they make it clear the feedback report isn't the outcome. Similar to you, there's no point worrying about the outcome until I hear back. What's done is done. Wishing you all the best with BCLP!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    AI is definitely one of them.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Just completed the White & Case online assessment and received my feedback. Does anyone know how the report is weighted? I scored highly on personal responsibility, adaptability and credibility, but collaboration was an area of development. Does anyone also know if White & Case have started...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Haha, sorry! Huge congrats on the TC offer, though! 🥳🥳🥳🥳
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Better polish off your application technique for next year! 🤣 But on a serious note, definitely not. They’ll just want to confirm you worked there. Lying about working somewhere could get your offer rescinded. Being off by a few weeks in terms of dates won’t. Employment screening is often done...

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