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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Squires Patton Boggs’ vacation scheme question is just ‘Please argue whether you are for or against stricter regulation of social media. (300 words max)’ I am not sure how I am to approach this and what is the best structure to use. Would really appreciate any guidance.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Good afternoon everyone, Does any one have any advice for approaching and answering the following questions. 1. How might attending a Squire Patton Boggs Open Day benefit your knowledge/understanding of a career in commercial law? (250 words max) 2.What do you think are Squire Patton Boggs...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello @vera.mekhonoshina , Regarding the notable event , how would you introduce this into the application. Will you say something like: a notable event or an highlight….
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Based on my knowledge and past experience Pinsent masons does not have application questions.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Good morning, When drafting work experience for law firms app. Is it always better to specifically tailor it ( highlight a core value or skill the firm needs and mention how it is related to your experience) e.g ‘I have developed communication skills through… which is a core value that is...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    This is really helpful. Thank you.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Good morning, does anyone have advice on drafting work experience section- what do you include and how do you structure it. Thank you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Good afternoon @Amma Usman Could you please provide tips on discussing a deal during an interview. The deal I really find interesting is more related to sports which is not their main practice but I am more confident discussing it because of my interest. Do you think that okay or if I should...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone done Pinsent Masons AC before? Please if you have can you provide any guide or pm me please 🙏
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Did anyone get a PFO from Taylor Wessing? Or are they just sending the test invites? I just want to know if I should assume it is a PFO for me since I have not heard back from them.

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