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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    In addition to the suggestions above, I’d also look at AA4S. It was recommended to me on this forum and I’ve booked it for this summer - it looks comfortable enough, it’s a 25-30min bus away from the City, and it’s a pretty good deal (for London) at £200 a week!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Well done!! Out of interest, is this for spring or summer?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Is S&M’s portal down for anyone else?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    thank you :) well done guys! also, final question - are you guys law or non-law?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Are Slaughters giving offers by phone or email?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    @adrian_nlh good news?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Any news from Slaughters today?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    If I want to withdraw an application which has not yet been shortlisted in any way, would it be a good idea to email Grad Rec to inform them about my decision? Or is it fine to just click the 'Withdraw' button if it's this early in the process?
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    Vac Scheme Accommodation

    That's amazing, thank you both for your suggestions!! Will have a look.
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    Vac Scheme Accommodation

    Hi guys! I'm sure this comes up every year but... Does anyone have any advice regarding London accommodation for summer vac schemes? I live miles away so will need to move to the city and I am keen to find somewhere around the 300/350 p/w mark if possible! I've been looking at London uni...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Interpret this how you will, but for those concerned about their late applications to S&M, I applied mid-November and haven’t heard back yet.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Any recent news from S&M?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does anyone know if FF reviews WG tests on a rolling basis or after Saturday?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I’m in the same position. People are sporadically hearing back, so I’m waiting to see
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Did anyone get some good news from FF today?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone heard from FF today?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Well done everyone! Fingers crossed S&M get in touch soon too.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Well done on the AC no matter what! Any progress is a great achievement. If you don’t mind, when did you apply for Linklaters?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Anyone heard anything from S&M/Freshfields/W&C for spring and summer vac schemes?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Have you heard back?

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