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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi all. If anyone has any insight into the Cooley AC, I would really appreciate some advice on how to approach it! It is my first in-person AC so I am quite nervous. Thanks in advance!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Wondered if anyone has any advice regarding interviews and how to talk about experience. I have four or five experiences that I can talk about, but I've already mentioned three of them in my application. Should I steer clear from mentioning these experiences and achievements that I mentioned...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi! I don't have any Goodwin insights to offer, but have my VS interview with Cooley in a couple days. Wondered if you can give any idea as to the structure and generally how you found it please?

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