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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi all I have my white & case final interview on the last few days of their schedule (from what I could see when I picked the day). I’ve seen a vac offer from someone around after interviewing last week, which has made me a bit anxious. Does being scheduled on the final day of the interview...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know if I can complete the Simmons SJT at different times? E.g. can I do the SJT part now and then the VI part tomorrow?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    SJT and critical reasoning. No VI
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    was told they are going to get back to everyone after the deadline
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Freshfields Stage 2. Did first test on 15th
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thanks, how long do I have?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know if the WG for CMS is timed or untimed?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    SJT and i think a critical reasoning. no VI
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Do you think it is now a PFO if I still haven't got the written assessment?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone have any advice on approaching this CMS question? "What impact do you want to make at CMS?"
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Also interested. Applied 11 Sep and no WE invite.
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    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything! (2025/26)

    Hi Meg, Thanks for this. Does the firm's London office undertake any international trade work (e.g., WTO, sanctions, export controls, or trade disputes), or is that primarily handled by colleagues in the US? Thanks
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Heard nothing from Bird & Bird since submitting app (20 Nov). Should I assume PFO?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yeah, I'd assume you list a quality and relate it back to you using an example

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