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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I appreciate your insight!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Jessica Booker, I am curious - out of worry to be honest - whether a firm cares if I have made previous application to their VS/TC and been rejected? Is there a limit to the number of times that I can apply? I am worried Recruitment will look down on/less favorably on my application if I...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I am aware that some US law firms in London, such as Sidley Austin, require/highly prefer candidates with very high academics (high 2.1+). What are the US firms in London that do NOT fall into this category?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Anyone know whether K&E will be recruiting and/or reviewing applications on a rolling basis for the direct TC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone able to share the application questions for Dechert?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    The following is one of the application questions for Skadden's VS: Why are you applying for a training contract at Skadden and why do you believe you are suited to the firm? (300 words). I know that previously it was a short cover letter, but is it the same now? Seems as if the wording does not...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Does anyone know who we address the McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP cover letter to?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    How long does A&O give to complete the interactive assessment and VI?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Thank you for your response. I will take this into consideration.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hi, I am applying to McDermott Will & Emery and they have a cover letter as well as several questions that already cover parts of the cover letter, such as why law and why us? Therefore, what is expected of the cover letter? Should I draft it as usual? It reads: Please provide your covering...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I believe Slaughter & May has never merger before - they were set up as S&M from day 1. Therefore, curious if they have ever been offered a merger?

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