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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Nothing but facts here my dude! :cool:
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    My two cents, does it matter? And if it does matter to a firm, then shame on them. I just don't think it should be something people worry about. Work hard, do your best in studies, build up your profile and be good to each other
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Twinning! Severely doubt everyone gets sent it, otherwise it would be automated a la Herbert Smith Freehills and other firms. Although I can't confirm
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Yeah they posted encouraging people to apply a day before I received my heartbreaking email lol What I will say it is, it is a US firm and they do have to follow what's told from their head offices. This will apply for all your applications, but you never know what a law firm's business...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Just received a Watson Glaser test for Fladgate. 🥰 Boys n' girls, I've been doing these for years that I swear I've tackled the same questions multiple times. However I still go over Assessment Day's practice papers Before I get asked, I applied on the deadline (31 January)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Re. Katten. I've been questioning whether or not to disclose this. Admins, do let me know if I should delete! I attended Katten's Vacation Scheme last summer and they didn't offer any TCs because they wanted an in-office assessment. After spending months reassuring us a follow-up scheme would...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I'm actually more scared of group exercises than Associate/partner interviews
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    That's a disgrace! You gotta look after your employees, especially as law firms' assets are its fee earners
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I can't concentrate on my job, checking for updates, 'extra curriculars', and doing more applications all at the same time
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Umm not sure how to answer that question, except with yes it absolutely is common! I'm 23, got my first couple of VS after graduating. I'm sure there are tons of people in the same boat in this forum. Also the average age of someone starting a TC is 27/28 Have an open mind! Looking back when...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    No, 10 working days have passed since the deadline of my Video Interview
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I don't recommend it! However, every app has been tailored, I've been in contact with staff at the firms I've applied to and I've tried to draft each of them with care. I work full-time as a Paralegal, I'm an LPC grad, had one Vac Scheme cancelled last year and my other Vacation Scheme decided...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I don't know but I seriously doubt it. This also isn't something you should worry yourself over! Head up, stay positive, keep going!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    My friend, I am waiting on 9! Working on lucky number 13 application
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I hope this helps everyone in the forum's Friday
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I did not. I know someone who attended the Vac Scheme last year and got offered a TC. I was told they also didn't receive a confirmation email but they got their invite to invite February last year
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I appreciate this and totally agree! If anything, it just teaches me how not to treat people trying to work their way up. Cannot wait to get that opportunity where I can give back to people in my position now
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    This has nothing directly to do with Vacation Scheme/Training Contract applications, rather applications in general just want to outlet this. I was contacted by a large company who were recruiting for an in-house Paralegal. I was invited to interview, it went well, then he told me of the next...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hahaha too true! Yeah I'm waiting to hear back from 9 firms (some of those have given a later-date when they'll start reviewing). I've done these 9 applications around working full-time so this hasn't been a healthy application period

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