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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    W&C AC invite!!!!! really was not expecting that.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I know a few people who did the Slaughters one and never converted, but I think Links gave 100% of vac schemers a TC.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much, this is so helpful! I'm always worried about asking something dumb at the end haha.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I didn't and they gave me an interview. The word count is so short so I just jumped straight into my answer.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    "Given the firm's focus on cross-jurisdictional work, how does that impact your day-to-day work?" Is this a reasonable question to ask at the end of an interview? I'm worried it might be a dumb question/provoke a very short response.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    In short, private equity firms buy distressed companies, make improvements to increase its profitability, then sell (exit) about 5 years later = profit.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    That's just my theory, it might not be the case, Jessica will know more. But its definitely not futile, if its between applying or not, apply. EDIT: Actually, a recruiter at HL told me as they near the deadline for their schemes the "optional additional information" essentially becomes...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I think its never really futile, i got invited to AC for HL WVS in DECEMEBER, like a week before it starts. It just becomes increasingly competitive I think, unless you specifically want the WVS date then probs go spring imo.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I've emailed the graduate recruitment at DLA Piper for similar issues and they were super helpful, might be worth shooting them an email explaining just to be sure.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anybody have any good resources for answering commercial awareness related questions? I always struggle with linking an article back to a firm.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    White & Case VI!!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    London :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    DLA piper just let me know I passed the test!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I think the answer is yes it is important to like working with people who disagree with your opinions, at least in the superficial responses they want for these tests. I dont believe this refers to political beliefs, more so practical legal solutions and incorporating a diverse range of opinions...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yes
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Same, thats a nice surprise :D
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    You have unlimited prep time anyway apparently.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I think thats the point, I feel like you really weren't meant to ace any of them. The math one was borderline impossible towards the end.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This was perfect, thank you :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They said they aim to get back by late October/Early November, so seems hasty to presume PFO.

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