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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

How would people go about answering:
  1. Tell us everything you know about the firm
Hey!

This is a really interesting question, and it sounds really open-ended which can seem quite overwhelming. However, I don't think the firm is looking for you to list everything, and I'd say it is more about how well you understand the firm and whether you can prioritise what matters.

A good way to approach this question is to be selective and structured with what you include. Rather than trying to cover everything, I would focus on a few key areas that genuinely differentiate the firm in the market. For example, you might touch on its core practice areas, standout deals or clients, international presence (if relevant), and anything distinctive about its culture or strategy. Additionally, I would avoid just naming these things, and make sure that you briefly show that you understand why they matter for the firm.

It also helps to make it feel like a cohesive and well-rounded answer, rather than a list. I would think of it as telling a short story about the firm - for example, what it does, what it is known for, and what sets it apart from its competitors. Finally, where you can, I would link points that you make back to why they are interesting or relevant as this shows that you aren't just repeating research from the firm's website, but that you are actually engaging with it.

Best of luck with the application! :)
 

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