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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi Jess, has this been uploaded anywhere?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Posting here because not sure where else to post but how do we submit successful applications to the application database?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Does anyone know how competitive it is for people to get into MC firms? Like what percentage of applicants get a TC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Are people still waiting to hear back from Clydes after their VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you so much for the pep talk. I went to the gym to clear my head and now trying to get something done for today!! So hard to take everything as a positive learning experience but just need to keep reminding myself of this. thanks again.. :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks so much for this, I really appreciate your response. It's easy for me to bury my head in the sand and feel sorry for myself but you're right, it'll be worse if I don't do this other application. I'm gonna try and discipline myself into getting something done tomorrow.. try to take control...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I am currently waiting for an AC outcome which will most probably come next week but till then I have had really bad post AC anxiety. I have one more day before the VS/TC application deadline (31/1/2022) which I want to utilise to apply to at least one more firm to further my chances but I can't...
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    Anyone heard back from Clyde & Co post-VI?

    Congratulations!! Could I ask when you completed your VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    yep! Seems like a few law firms are busier than usual at the moment!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    They didn't specify unfortunately, but hoping it's for both :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Congratulations!! Could I ask when you submitted the VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    THey posted on their insta stories that lots of people were emailing them regarding an update and they said that they're still reviewing/handing out ACs so we should hear back in the next few weeks!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    how long did it take for people to hear back from CC AC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Do they ask why eversheds and why law?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I didn't get one either!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Does anyone know how long it takes for Clyde & Co to get back to you after the VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone heard anything after Reed Smith's VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone received WG for Freshfields after submitting application?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Does anyone know if RPC's WG is automatic?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Could anyone who's completed the Clyde & Co VI share their experiences with the test? How long is it/how many seconds do you get to answer/how many seconds is it to rest/ is it just strengths based or is there commercial awarenesss etc? Would really appreciate any guidance! :)

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