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  1. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    also i havent heard anything from mishcon since i applied in mid-november should i assume its a PFO? i get their emails updating us on when we might expect to hear back but given that others have been sent VIs etc...
  2. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    i've been sent the WBD tests and I've done similar tests for Reed Smith before which didnt go that well - on the email it says there is a practice test which i cant see as a link and also i was wondering if anyone had any practice tests for this kind of " Blended High Potential Assessment" or...
  3. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    i literally havent heard anything from Mishcon since i applied in mid-November - should i assume PFO?
  4. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    i've been sent the WBD tests and I've done similar tests for Reed Smith before which didnt go that well - on the email it says there is a practice test which i cant see as a link and also i was wondering if anyone had any practice tests for this kind of " Blended High Potential Assessment" or...
  5. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yes please that would be great!!
  6. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    i know this is probably a very obvious question but just want to check so im covering all bases but have a 'critical thinking test' coming up and not sure if it will just be WG based or further than this? there are zero details in the email
  7. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    i applied for mishcon back in late november and havent heard anything since - i've seen some people mention VIs - should i assume PFO?
  8. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    hi everyone! does anyone have any advice on SJT and online tests? i feel like i fall down every time i get to this stage - i practice them but don't seem to get anywhere!!
  9. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    does anyone have any advice on SJT and online tests? i feel like i fall down everytime i get to this stage - i practice them but dont seem to get any where!!
  10. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there, I'm sure someone else has probably already asked this but when writing about other firms i have had work experiences can i just put the name or should i also add the LLP after (if applicable) or should i leave it out? also this is for a firm that is very boutique so likely wont be...
  11. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    hello im going to apply for White & Case and HFW but their deadlines are the end of this week, and they're rolling deadlines - should i just apply straight for their TCs instead or still worth a shot? @Jessica Booker @Ram Sabaratnam
  12. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    hello im going to apply for White & Case and HFW but their deadlines are the end of this week, and they're rolling deadlines - should i just apply straight for their TCs instead or still worth a shot?
  13. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    is it too late to apply to firms with deadlines in early jan? also I'm planning on doing like 12 ish applications for vac schemes- is this too little? i don't want to put in rushed or simply ok applications but loads of people say you cant really submit more than that and them still be decent...
  14. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    im doing a TC application for a firm and they want a personal statement and interests and hobbies. then a CV. i was wondering how long should the personal statement and hobbies sections be as there is no guide word limit. also how should I structure the personal statement section? there's no...
  15. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much!!
  16. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    @Jessica Booker Hi there! for VS applications when they ask questions about their clients and what issues they might be facing and how can the firm help the challenge? how should I go about answering these kinds of questions, also I always get rejected after VIs so was wondering if there's...
  17. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there! for VS applications when they ask questions about their clients and what issues they might be facing and how can the firm help the challenge? how should I go about answering these kinds of questions - any help and tips very much appreciated!
  18. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    for freshfields' open day, ive written the personal statement but I don't know how to format this in the document for them - should I put the title as Freshfields Open Day, should I format it like a cover letter? also my cv is 4mb and I don't know how to make it smaller as they only accept ones...
  19. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there! transitioning from mostly open day applications now to vac scheme application - wondering how I can practice the WG? does anyone know of any free websites to use or any other resources links?
  20. LawLawLawLawLaw

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    for Holman Fenwick willan, should i refer to them exclusively as HFW as on their website or full name - I know they've changed it to the abbreviation but some people still use the full name?

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