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  1. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    I was looking at the application for a firm and accidentally pressed submit. I emailed grad rec to withdraw the application, as I want to apply properly. Are they gonna think I'm an idiot and not take my proper application seriously? (assuming they're willing to withdraw the first one)
  2. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Hi @Antoni Trochimowicz and anyone else who could help! For the question: "Tell us about an interest or activity that matters to you outside of your academic studies. Your answer should focus on: (a) a challenge or setback you encountered; or (b) what this experience has taught you about...
  3. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    I saw on Cleary's website that they want AAA. Does anyone know if they're strict about that, or would an equivalent to ABBC (I studied abroad) be ok?
  4. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Hi @Antoni Trochimowicz, I have several questions about the application question: What do you understand to be the key features of the firm's approach to legal practice? Why does Skadden's model appeal to you? (300 words)? 1) When a firm talks about its approach to legal practice, am I to...
  5. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    I am, I think it shows that you've actively sought ways to experience law in practice
  6. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Hi @Jaysen and @Abbie Whitlock! When a firm talks about its approach to legal practice, am I to interpret that as their strengths in certain practice areas, or something along the lines of multidisciplinary integration/lean deal teams/focuses on high-stakes matters etc? I'm not sure which way...
  7. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Hi @Abbie Whitlock, I was wondering how to structure the answer to "What do you understand to be the key features of the firm's approach to legal practice? Why does Skadden's model appeal to you? (300 words)"? Do I: Choose 2/3 features, write a paragraph on each, then add an experience and...
  8. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Hi @Abbie Whitlock, hope you're doing well! I was wondering how you'd approach answering the following question: "What do you think would be the most challenging elements about working at the firm as a trainee? How would you approach these challenges?" Should I need to link my approach back to...
  9. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    How much time, on average, does everyone spend on each app?
  10. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    I'm so annoyed I had my answers ready to go
  11. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Hi @Abbie Whitlock, When answering “Detail your extracurricular activities interests and positions of responsibility. Please state what you feel you have gained from them and how others have benefited from your involvement (250 words max)”, should I focus only on extracurricular experiences, or...
  12. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Hi @Abbie Whitlock, or anyone else who can help! Wilkie's website states: "We welcome applicants from all universities and degree disciplines. We are looking for consistently strong academics, and our minimum academic requirements are as follows: a 2:1 at undergraduate level, a commendation at...
  13. 174Tess9y3

    Ask Simpson Thacher Anything (26/27)

    Hi @Paul@SimpsonThacher , thank you for taking the time! During the TCLA zoom you mentioned something about SQE resits but unfortunately my WiFi glitched and I missed the end of your sentence - so sorry if this question is repetitive! Is it worth applying if I’ve passed the SQE but had to...
  14. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    From their website, its sjt + VI, and then the next stage will be the written task
  15. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Does anyone have any advice for Macfarlanes Stage 2 online test? I am terrible at video interviews but really want to pass!
  16. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Hi everyone! Does anyone know how to research McDermott Will & Schulte (or have applied in the past)? I can't find anything about them online besides their website and a bit in chambers
  17. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Did not see that and applied with normal paragraphs 🤦🏻‍♀️guess that’ll go in the rejection list already @Abbie Whitlock would you agree?
  18. 174Tess9y3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

    Anyone have any advice for the Macfarlanes Capptivate test? Or the test in general if they’re all similar