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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    this is a bit of a silly question, but if at an AC a firm asks you "why law", how long should I ideally be going on for..?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Recently got invited to the Mayer Brown job sim! Does anyone have any advice/ insight? Would appreciate anything! Thank you sm
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    For applications that require referees, does anyone know what is required of the referees? Like, are they asked to write a reference letter or just fill in a form verifying that what I've represented in my application form is accurate? I ask this because I'm thinking of asking my dissertation...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Jessica Booker @Andrei Radu! I am planning to write cover letters for Freshfields/ Davis Polk, and was wondering if you have any advice on how I can discuss my mitigating circumstances (which seriously impacted my first and second-year grades) without breaking the flow of my cover letter...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does anyone have any advice for the Bird & Bird VI? Thank you!

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