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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Could you please elaborate on what sort of dim views they had?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I wrote about sport! Idk how helpful this is though. Academic societies are probably fine as they aren’t an activity that’s “expected” of you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    How do you write a strong conclusion for a written exercise? And how should it differ from an executive summary at the start of the email/memo?
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    [Official] Willkie, Farr & Gallagher Vacation Scheme Thread 2025/26

    Hello @Kirsty Wilkins Thank you for your replies on the forum so far. I was just wondering what sorts of additional "checks and balances" have been introduced for candidates, and how this will affect the integrity of the recruitment process. Do these new measures apply those who have already...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    When will the links for the Willkie event in an hour be sent out?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Are there any resources for practicing written exercises or case studies? thank you!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Out of curiosity, how come you want to pursue a career in the UK? Feel free to pm me
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Probably because it makes them look unprofessional for candidates to find out outcomes before they inform us. Also, since they said “w/c December 8”, they might want to let all candidates hear back at once and when they say. On their page, smart recruiters say that archived is tantamount to...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Did ChatGPT say this or actual people?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Did you have to take the WG? i think I recall seeing that the WG still needed to be done before the deadline.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi @Andrei Radu @Abbie Whitlock and anyone else who may have insight, What are some commercial topics likely to come up in an interview/AC? Thanks x
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    would also love insight into this as I really struggle with discussing a firm's work in "why this firm" questions
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    If they had wanted you to be aware they would state it in their website. It seems like you've been blaming someone else on the forum for not telling you about a written part, really not cool
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    These are clearly two very different questions, and I feel like firms use both frequently. The first one is for you to explain anything in your education section, such as professional qualifications or international education. This section would be for you to list and explain. The second...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Wow! I absolutely hated it. I found the VIs at random places so jarring. Also, I find it very strange that they don’t ask about uni! I actually worked pretty hard to get into/complete university and its an achievement that I value, so to not even be asked about it felt borderline insulting 😅
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I am filling out my skadden work experience and it seems that the "to" section of the work experience is mandatory. How do we add/say that certain ones that are ongoing?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    @Andrei Radu @Abbie Whitlock @Abbie Reed Smith Any advice on how to show a genuine interest in the firm’s work? Beyond just mentioning deals and certain practices, I’m wondering how to make a compelling case for why I’m interested in a certain firm’s work that isn’t wishy washy I’m really...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    No I think it’s 30 seconds but you can leave the assessment whenever you want
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Be prepared to be jumpscared with VI questions throughout!

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