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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I did the VI for the summer scheme and so my advice is to prepare for basic competency questions and have good knowledge of the firm. I was asked 2 competency questions & one question about the firm. Good luck!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Should you expect a response to you emailing a firm to accept a vac scheme offer and sending them your completed personal details form? I sent my response about a week ago and haven’t had a reply so was wondering whether that’s normal or should I ask them whether they received my email?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Sorry to put a downer on it but I waited over 3 weeks until I got my offer so it’ll probably be a while yet until you get a response- good luck though and fingers crossed it’ll be quicker for you :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I waited roughly 2 weeks after VI before being invited to the final interview stage :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I heard back after three weeks & 2 days if that helps :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I’ve been trying to get hold of Slaughter and May to get an early outcome of my interview as I’ve got another offer but I can’t get hold of them- the phone line just goes dead and the reception desk said they couldn’t help. I’ve only got 4 days to get a response before I need to respond to my...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Can anyone who has had to get in contact with slaughters for an early interview response please message me? :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I got a VS offer via phone call on Friday but haven’t had an email confirming the offer yet- is this normal? How long should I expect to wait until I receive the confirmation email?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Slaughters don’t respond to any interviews until early March (unless you have an offer elsewhere and need an early response)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I’ve been waiting over 3 weeks so I wouldn’t expect a quick response haha :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Honestly same haha I’m constantly checking my emails or waiting for the phone to ring! Fingers crossed we will hear soon :(
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I’ve been waiting over 3 weeks😬
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Applied October, received VI late January.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey I did an AC for W&C yesterday for their summer VS. Hope you hear soon!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I’ve seen a couple of offers but I think it’s only to people who have other offers so needed a response.

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