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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

flower1

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Hello @Abbie Whitlock

I was just wondering - for a short note and report, do you need a header with information like to, from, date etc - like what you would do in a memo? And, would you include an executive summary and/or conclusion for either of them?

Thank you
 
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maylawwww

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I totally get this point. That being said, I despise video interviews, so I do appreciate being able to do them in-person.

On a related note, I would be interested if anyone knows if firms are willing to a) reimburse any accomodation for people who show need and/or B) be flexible as to time of the AC or C) do it in a virtual format
I see what you mean-- I do know that when I did an AC with Taylor Wessing they gave options for both in-person and online to accommodate these differences (and at a grad event, they noted that they statistically take the same proportion for VSs from both formats). I would def support this being more common as I haven't seen any other firm offer this!
 

InterestInPublicLaw

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    Do you know if they’re sending acs in batches? I also applied to spring 😓

    Congratulations 🎉 please could you confirm if you also received the Clyde survey email that went out today?

    Congrats!! when did you complete the VI for Clyde & Co?
    I think they sent all at once because the only available dates are 10 and 12/2 and slots are first come first served and they are holding a briefing on Tue. I completed the VI on the deadline. Yes I received the Clyde survey email yesterday.
     

    Rosie_Kitten

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    I think they sent all at once because the only available dates are 10 and 12/2 and slots are first come first served and they are holding a briefing on Tue. I completed the VI on the deadline. Yes I received the Clyde survey email yesterday.
    I believe last year they had 3 batches, with the batches being around 2 weeks apart through February. I don't think it's game over yet if you haven't received a Clyde & Co AC yet (and this is based on what I saw on last year's forum rather than just personal copium).
     

    InterestInPublicLaw

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    I believe last year they had 3 batches, with the batches being around 2 weeks apart through February. I don't think it's game over yet if you haven't received a Clyde & Co AC yet (and this is based on what I saw on last year's forum rather than just personal copium).
    Oh thanks for chipping in! I would also say not to worry too much. I tend not to worry because I worry more about submitting future applications and am happy to let submitted apps sleep hahaha
     

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