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  1. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thanks so much, Jessica! Very glad to have that reassurance :)
  2. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    okie thanks! the wait's going to be painfully slow for this one... 🙃
  3. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Oh I see, thanks for sharing! Do you mind if I ask how long it took for you to hear back post-written test?
  4. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi all, I just completed an written exercise and I spotted a couple minor typos after submitting... Is this an instant PFO or should I still hold out hope? Btw, this is for Dechert. They also require a VI as part of their first stage of screening post-app, which I thought I did decently well...
  5. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    does anyone know how many spots there are on CRS's vac schemes in London?
  6. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone done Dechert's written exercise? Can someone tell me what to expect?
  7. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    would like to know this too, one of the only firms left in the pipeline for me :(
  8. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    hiya! congrats on getting through to AC!! that in itself is such a feat :) Perhaps a slightly unconventional one... but one thing that has really helped me is sticking a photo right next to the webcam of myself smiling around loved ones 😅 I found myself feeling a little more relaxed, having a...
  9. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Mayer Brown job simulation invite! can someone who's done it before pm me please 😭😭 I can give insights for Dechert VI, Simmons VI and NRF TI in return
  10. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does anyone know if Russell Cooke sponsors visas for the training contract?
  11. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Cleary PFO :( bummed because I spent so much time tweaking my cover letter but we move onwards!
  12. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Omg congrats 😁 do you mind if I ask when you applied?
  13. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    hi there! would you mind if I dm-ed you as well? struggling with this as well o_O
  14. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I just had mine today! I was told that successful candidates will hear back by the end of the week / early next week so fingers crossed!
  15. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Anyone else still waiting on White & Case and Gibson Dunn post-app for SUmmer VS?
  16. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Shearman PFO! expected, but still bummed :( Good luck to everyone else who's still waiting!
  17. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Haven't heard from Shearman & Sterling or Gibson Dunn
  18. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    People who got the Dechert VI invite yesterday morning - have you received the follow-up email from the video interview platform yet?
  19. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks guys :) I'll just sit tight then~
  20. tc_hopeful

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Everyone who did the Mayer Brown AC - how long did grad recruitment take to invite you to AC post-VI and written exercise? It's been over a week for me and I'm not sure if I should just email to get my PFO.........

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