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    Road to success

    Welcome to TCLA — and I’m really glad you’ve created this thread 😊 It’s such a healthy way to stay motivated and reflect during what is, honestly, a very tough process. Huge credit to you for pushing on despite the rejections and external pressure — that resilience really matters. Making it to...
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    Guidance on Paralegal Interview

    Hi — firstly, huge congratulations on being shortlisted for a paralegal interview! 🎉 Paralegal roles are very competitive, especially in London and at boutique firms, so getting to interview stage is already a big achievement. Since this is a first-stage interview and only 30 minutes, there’s...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Whilst the Willkie PFO may be frustrating, that Linklaters WG score is unreal — 37/40 and 97th percentile is seriously impressive 😭🔥 That should definitely make you a serious contender for the AC!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi — thanks for being so open about this. I know how frustrating and demoralising it can feel, especially when on paper you’re doing everything “right”. I really relate to this. I studied at a top law university too (think UCL/LSE/KCL), where it often felt like everyone around me was securing...
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    Paralegal work

    Hi — firstly, please don’t beat yourself up about timing. A lot of people reach this point after graduating and suddenly feel a bit lost, especially without a TC lined up. It’s uncomfortable, but it’s also very normal and trying to grow your experiences is a perfect way to improve as a...
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    My TC app journey (25/26)

    Hi Harvey Specter - what a name! I think this is one individual that all law students universally know… Firstly, I have to echo the sentiment above and say your current academic accomplishments are strong and will bode well for many of your applications. As someone who also comes from working...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone gotten a successful offer from Dentons VS this cycle?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yes it applied to even those still waiting for the test and yes I’m specifically applying to London so it was relevant. However they said for AC they mix spring/summer- those doing London/central belt/milton Keynes all together too.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    For those waiting for Dentons I just had a call with GR and they said they take time to give people AC because they review applications in stages. So those waiting still be hopeful. Also once you’ve done the AC you hear back in a week
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone have tips for HL AC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I sent off my application quite late I think around 28/12 and got the assessment on 3/01 and VI 18/01 and nothing since then …
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I did the VI for Dentons on 24/01
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I got 6,7,9,9 but my applied verbal intellect was the lowest section of the bar and my applied numerical intellect was the middle section. Honestly I would say to defo not lose hope because generally my report was so random!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    No I didn’t receive the holding email.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I’ve completely shocked to even say this considering I did their VI like 30 mins before their deadline BUT does anyone have tips for AC with Reed smith??? I’ve gotten rejected twice at AC stage this cycle so I would love just one win 😭
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Sameeee ^^
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Sigh Idk what to do tbh because the very least I just want my application to be read but since it seems no-one has heard back maybe we have a chance
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone heard from Katten. Also did anyone not get an automated email that their application was received after sending their application off. I’m getting nervous that my application will not even be read 😭
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Sorry dumb question but has Cooley always had a WG as part of their process?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congratulations! Can I ask when you sat the AC?

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