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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thanks. I guess it's still early in the cycle.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Fair enough. I did the same amount last year at the same pace. My approach to researching them is spend an hour or so reading about the firm on The Lawyer, Chambers & Partners and Legal Cheek and then writing an application in a few hours. All in all, each application will take two to three...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    How are people getting multiple ACs and VS offers? I've often heard that firms like people who are the sort of people who are going to get a TC anyway, but I've never felt like that person, and for me it relies on luck, personal chemistry with the interviews, and similar. Last year, I only got...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    A bit of a rough week - King & Spalding and White & Case open day rejections, although I got to attend the Cooley open day.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    King & Spalding open day PFO. I was attending the Goodwin virtual open day but applied for the in-person one since it's nice to actually meet people face to face and also firms often give you free food at open days. Still nothing from Covington & Burling, Dechert or White & Case - I have a...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    In terms of general advice, I would look at their values. I did their VS but the question's changed since then I think.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Been there, done that. You at least don't have to do the VI etc again for the Vac Scheme.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I have a big bushy beard. Do I shave for open days?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    It's about showcasing a narrative really. What's your story? How did you come to be applying to this open day?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yes, which is a shame actually. The strikes have been called off.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    At last, Goodwin open day invite.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Which firms are biased in favour of younger applicants? Realistically where do I, as a 27-year old, have a chance?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Anyone else not heard from Covington? Or White & Case?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I focus less on training, honestly. US firms' training often less structured. I talk more about early responsibility. Lean deal teams, deal values etc. Whereas for UK firms, emphasise training. E.g. Macfarlanes, I talked about training. It's not a total dichotomy, however. Some firms have both...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Holding myself accountable again (SullCrom app) CC* ✅ HSF ✅📝❌ NRF ✅📝❌ Weil ✅ Akin ✅ Sidley ✅❌ Orrick ✅ Willkie ✅🎥❌ Cooley ✅ Latham ✅ Milbank ✅ Kirkland ✅ Dechert ✅ Skadden ✅ Goodwin ✅ Covington ✅ Linklaters* ✅📝❌ Paul, Weiss ✅ Slaughters* ✅❌ Gibson Dunn ✅ Macfarlanes* ✅📝 White & Case ✅ Morgan...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Based on vibes, which of your applications do you think stands the best chance? For me, it's Arnold & Porter!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    At what point is multiple VSs an issue? If you've done a few, does it suggest you're not worth giving one too in case you won't convert it? I'm just frustrated because I graduated five years, took a break to do a masters in an unrelated field because I was convinced after the Travers Smith VS in...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    It doesn't mean all that much. I did the Freshfields open day in 2018 and never got anywhere with the VS or the TC. They're nice on the CV and help boost your confidence, but Open Days aren't a golden ticket to an interview, but this varies from firm to firm. Latham & Watkins seems to prioritise...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Applied there four times over the last few years and got the rejection. for 2024 Winter Vac Scheme today.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I have advice. Use a calculator!

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