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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Applications Submitted: 1
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    thank you so much jessica, really appreciate your helpful responses!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi! When law firms limit you to 4 work experiences, is it recommended to include experiences you mentioned in your application answer or to avoid those? Or can we just put any experience we think would showcase us as a good candidate?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    opportunities and risks for firm and its clients e.g., advisory opportunities but risk of e.g., huge fines for clients not complying
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If my application has been succesful last year, can I copy and paste it again?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is it worth applying to Sidley Austin if deadlines are today + they are rolling? Or should I apply for the spring scheme instead?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I graduated LLB from non-russel group university. I got first class. Do you recommend I do a masters in russel group chance to have better chance or will it not make much difference?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Do US law firms accept non-russel group students?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    What else should I do to prepare for the upcoming application season? These are what I aim to do: 1. Improve my commercial awareness 2. Interview practice 3. watson glaser 4. make a list of firms to apply to
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If you did terrible at an AC, is it worth reapplying the following year? Would they remember you?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    (07/09/2024) I want to try hold myself accountable too Current applications completed: 0
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much Jessica! This is incredibly helpful.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    thank you so much! :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I have been trying to improve my commercial awareness by reading the news more etc. However, I am unsure how to approach it e.g., should i focus on the PESTLE aspect, or the impact on the law firm and its clients - but with that i don't know what to say other than advisory work for x...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    thank you!! :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Is it normal for firms not to email after AC rejections? They appear to just call.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    someone said they got mischon de reya ac ac
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    best wishes!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    if anyone here has an AG AC coming up, please do message me! more than happy to help!
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    D&I and Representation

    Hi, I am used to being surrounded by diverse people that I did not view it as a thing that was important for me. However, attending a firm and seeing the lack of diversity really surprised me. Of course, this was originally a white british country so it somewhat makes sense why there are so...

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