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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    @Abbie Whitlock Hello, I wanted to ask for competency questions (VI), about handling feedback, I wanted to mention how I got 30% (failed) my module formative to then getting best in year - would this be alright to talk about, or would it look bad that I failed? Should I mention something else...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you - that's really helpful and makes a lot of sense :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you for your answer :) For example, if the questions 'describe a time you demonstrated teamwork' - should I say something at the end like - teamwork is important in commercial law because... or is it not recommended in case it looks like I'm drifting away from the question?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you - your response it very helpful :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, How do you answer 'tell me about yourself' in a video interview. What do they expect you to talk about (particularly as I've graduated)? Also, I was wondering what's the best way to prepare for video interviews, because I thought writing out my answer in full and then writing bullet...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, I haven't yet I was just asking for tips in general :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi Abbie, thank you for your reply, it's extremely useful. I haven't reached the VI stage, but was just wondering in advance as I always struggle with VIs. Thank you for your answer :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, does anyone have any tips for Latham & Watkins VI? Thank you :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, is Why would you chosen to train at Latham & Watkins over another firm? - the same as why Latham & Watkins, so motivational? If not, how do you go about answering it? Also, do you think it's acceptable to talk about only one point, but go into lots of detail. I have a point in mind and...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    There's no VI
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know after how long White & Case sends out the feedback report for their online assessment?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone heard back from White & Case after doing their online assessment for vacation scheme?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, This is a question from Latham & Watkins Vacation Scheme Please give details of your extra-curricular activities, and any prizes, scholarships, positions of responsibility, or noteworthy achievements that will support your application – 300 words Are we supposed to mention the skills...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, I've submitted the form - I left those two blank, but provided my overall grade classification and all the individual module grade results. The form submitted through, and I didn't see an asterisk next to the questions (assuming it's optional). Would this be a problem? Thank you
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, what do these questions mean on Clifford Chance application form. Please calculate your average university module grade percentage and specify below. If you've graduated, please specify what grade you graduated with. Both of these want a number (not like 1st, 2:1 etc) - would the number...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, This is the question for White & Case Vacation Scheme - Discuss a deal that White & Case has advised on in the last two years. What do you think were the strategic considerations and complexities involves, and how did the firm navigate them? Is it appropriate to talk about a M&A deal...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, This is for White & Case vacation scheme. Please give details of any interests and extra-curricular activities, including any positions of responsibility or achievements. Tell us what skills and competencies you have developed in the activities you have undertaken and how you developed...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, For people who have passed Clifford Chance WG test - what scores were you getting out of 40 in your practice? Thank you
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello, For people who have passed Clifford Chance WG test - what scores were you getting out of 40 in your practice? Thank you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you - that's really helpful :)

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