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  1. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi guys, I was asked in a DM about how to convert a VS to TC and this was what replied. Thought I would share - it is all my personal opinion/experience (at US firms btw). Congratulations on securing the VS! I think the VS to TC conversion comes down to several elements. First, your...
  2. kokothemagicdragon

    Commercial Awareness Radio Show Mondays 8-9pm

    Hi All! Hope you are well. I just wanted to advertise a radio show my two uni friends (both final year law students - one being a future W&C trainee) are starting today called Talks & Tunes. Its from 8-9pm and essentially plays music from a specific decade (today is the 1960s (Hendrix...
  3. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone heard back from S&C - asking for a friend.
  4. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hey guys, long time no talk. Just wanted to let you know that our very own @iamJW got a TC offer from White & Case! Send him some congratulatory messages and be sure to bombard him with questions regarding the application process and the scheme! ;):p
  5. kokothemagicdragon

    Overall 2:1 but inconsistent modules? Magic Circle out of the question?

    Honestly idk, I think probably 68/69 but that shouldn't stop you from applying lol. FYI I had like a 72 in first and second year at a midlands RG uni and interviewed with S&C and DPW so I guess a mid/high 2:1 from oxbridge is good! It really is more important to show a genuine interest in the...
  6. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi guys, I've officially ended my first VS cycle and managed to nab two vac schemes! I won't be on here anymore hopefully but I wanted to share my applications for Davis Polk, Sullivan & Cromwell and W illkie. I got rejected post AC for DP and S&C and post V&I for W illkie but wanted to share...
  7. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Anyone had a reply from W&C for spring VS post AC? ✅ = yes ❌ = no Wishing everyone the best with W&C and other apps... tis tough out there
  8. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I'm all for this discussion but can you have it on this thread (quoted above) rather than populate the VS thread. Makes it difficult for others to understand what is happening even if they are following...
  9. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Its usually 90s for most... looking like you'd better start cutting down
  10. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Gave it away when you said « acquires ».
  11. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Don’t know but I saw people were still getting VIs don’t know whether for spring or summer though… what I’ve learnt is to never lose hope until the PFO!!!!!
  12. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I had my W&C spring AC yesterday but I think they are still sending them out post VI.
  13. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Back in September and I did the first year scheme so that may have something to do with it idk. And it’s for spring
  14. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    W&C interview + written assessment offer post VI if anyone has any tips on the WA please PM me lol
  15. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I don’t remember like 10 days after it opened I remember and I also had the first year scheme so maybe I got some preference???
  16. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Had my VI mid January haven’t heard back yet and it’s for spring
  17. kokothemagicdragon

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    "The deadline for vacation schemes and training contracts is 31 January each year, and we review applications on a rolling basis. Please therefore ensure you submit your application at the earliest possible date. This year the deadline for our open day is 16 December 2022 and for our solicitor...

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