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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    For Taylor wessing online tests, how quickly do you find out if you haven’t met their benchmark?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi guys, I submitted a last minute application to Arnold&Porter and realised that in a small section of the application explaining my use of AI (so not the main questions or work experience) I wrote the wrong firm name😭. How bad is this for me? @Abbie Whitlock @Andrei Radu
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is there anyone who applied to Taylor Wessing on deadline day and received their online test?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi guys, Is it worth it to apply to rolling firms (HL,Bird&Bird) around 2 weeks before their deadline?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congratulations!! Is it okay to ask if this is for spring or summer?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi can I ask if this was for the summer vac scheme?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi, is this in relation to winter or summer vac scheme?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Would it be considered too late now to apply to a competitive rolling firm like Hogan Lovells when the deadline is mid December? @Abbie Whitlock sorry for the bother but would really appreciate your honest opinion:)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you so much Andrei. To double check, do you think this also excludes part-time work in retail and a research internship that was separate to the requirements of my STEM degree?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi everyone, I have a quick question about the Hogan Lovells application, if anyone is able to help @Andrei Radu . When they ask “Tell us about experiences outside of your work and study that have allowed you to develop skills relevant to this role,” can I mention previous work experiences like...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congratulations! Can I ask if this is for the spring or summer vs?
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    Kennedy's TC/ SQE programme 2025

    Congratulations! Can I ask which office this is for?
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    Kennedy's TC/ SQE programme 2025

    If anyone has received any updates about the London direct TC, please share them in the chat—I’d really appreciate it!
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    Kennedy's TC/ SQE programme 2025

    Hi, just wondering—did you receive this email as a reply, or did Kennedys send it on their own?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Sorry to hear that. Your application must have been impressive to even reach the AC stage—good luck for what’s ahead! Can I ask if this is for direct TC or the SQE route?
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    Kennedy's TC/ SQE programme 2025

    Is this for the direct TC or SQE route?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Has anyone got an AC invite for DAC Beachcroft?
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    Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    I am looking for the same advice. I have two months before I start SQE prep. Would love advice on how I can get temporary work.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Yes, I completely agree with you. I wasn’t able to finish one of the written tasks. I can’t seem to gauge whether it went well or not. Can only hope for the best, I guess. How did you find the senior associate interview?
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    Kennedys TC 2025 & SQE

    Does anyone know what the trainee intake for the London Direct TC is? Or just the general london office trainee intake?

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