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Recent content by BobThebIlly

  1. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    That’s reassured me too thanks Chris breezy Also huge congrats on PW and good luck with SH’s assessment 🙏🙏
  2. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone know when SH stop inviting people to the VI? I haven't heard anything from them since I submitted my initial app
  3. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Finally sent my Paul Hastings app -- hopefully we all receive good news soon !!!
  4. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you for the reply guys -- ill change it to higher I have one more question about the work experience section. There’s an option to add “other” work experience in a separate box. Should I include my insight schemes there, or would it be better to list them alongside my main work experience...
  5. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey everyone, I have a quick question that might sound a bit silly. I'm filling out an application that asks for the level of study for my GCSEs, and the options are: higher, foundation, intermediate, and double award. What should I select for subjects like English Literature, English Language...
  6. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone know which one it is???
  7. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi guys, it's fine if I send my Paul Hastings app tomorrow by 11:59pm right? I'm worried that it means by 11:59pm today lol
  8. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Don't mind me intruding in on this lovely conversation lol -- I also LOVE history facts. I find the Tudors fascinating, but much prefer the Stuarts!
  9. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    How am I supposed to ramble on for 600 words for each question brooo (Stephenson Hardwood VS...)
  10. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi everyone, I signed up for the TCLA Premium Gold subscription today, but I'm having trouble locating the example application answers. Could anyone guide me on where to find them? Thanks!
  11. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I want to know this too. I’m not sure if I should wait until the next cycle to really understand the firm because I know that some firms won’t look at candidates who were already rejected from them
  12. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I am thinking about applying for Baker's direct TC and would love for some advice when approaching the first application question Discuss a topic that you are passionate about. How did you become interested in it, and how has it influenced your personal or professional life. (300 words max) *...
  13. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    How on earth is that fair??? I am so sorry that you had to go through that
  14. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    oh my God thank you so much for taking the time to write this! If it is no issue I would love for you to take a glance at one of my applications and see where I went wrong :)
  15. BobThebIlly

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much for this detailed response! I was considering maybe sending out a couple direct TC this cycle since some are still open — would you recommend I wait until next cycle to send these applications instead ? The firms I am looking at include King & Spalding, Bakers and maybe...

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