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  1. J

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

    I think no one who received the holding email has heard anything yet. I guess they are just waiting to mass eliminate us together 😅 Can't see any silver lining from this waiting given the first AC slot is taking place in 4 days I believe???
  2. J

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

    I believe they review applications on a rolling basis but only give out invitations post-deadline after reviewing every application - or something quite similar, I can't remember exactly.
  3. J

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

    I can also relate to the problem of repeating yourself. I literally just had a VI and in the middle of one of my answers, I got lost in my own train of thoughts and just started to repeat myself. Perhaps each time try only to make 2/3 distinct points and try to answer as concisely as possible...
  4. J

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

    Hi, I'm sure others would have better advice. For me, I just try to get used to getting hype when speaking to myself on the screen (it was very strange at first but it helps me to sound more engaging). Also, try to memorise only the broader points you're trying to make and avoid thinking too...
  5. J

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

    Hi, again sorry I couldn't offer any advice 😅. I applied on the 6th too. Do you know if AG's VI is automatic?
  6. J

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

    Hi, I think the most appropriate way would be to attach your covering letter as a PDF. With a brief text in the email explaining your purpose and what you have attached, etc.
  7. J

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

    Fellow A&O applicants, if you have been ghosted by A&O regarding Summer VS. It may be useful to know that I just received a PFO. So new news might be coming through to you all fairly soon. Good luck all!
  8. J

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

    Hello, does anyone know if I can apply to Shearman vacation twice in the same cycle? i.e. I applied to their 2021 Winter VS and was rejected, now I am looking to apply for their 2022 Summer VS, and I couldn't find any specific statement on their website requesting candidates only to submit one...
  9. J

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

    Hi, sorry if you have been asked before. Is this for direct TC application?
  10. J

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

    Hi, the Grad Recruitment replied saying that I am allowed to complete it before Friday next week - fingers crossed that I will be able to utter comprehensible words through my throat by then! (The sore throat is getting really bad!).
  11. J

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

    Hi everyone, I've got a Reed Smith video interview invitation which has to be completed in 3 days. But I'm having a bad flu (possibly Covid related, awaiting PCR result) - and having quite a sore throat. Question: Is it likely that law firms would allow a reasonable adjustment in such a case...
  12. J

    Legal Cheek Virtual Vacation Scheme

    Hey everyone, While it's entirely my responsibility to have missed the Legal Cheek's Virtual Vacation Scheme - "Commercial awareness overview: what's on the horizon for 2022?" for personal reasons - I'd greatly appreciate it if someone can shed some light on some of the key points/takeaways...
  13. J

    What are the major differences between US firms? (in terms of their works)

    Hello everyone, For US firms that have an office in London and have maintained a stronger US identity than a global identity (e.g. Davis Polk, Skadden, Kirkland, Sullivan, Sidley Austin, Shearman, Cleary Gottlieb & etc.) - what are the key differences between these firms in terms of the work...
  14. J

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

    Hi, I have recently emailed the graduate recruitment and they said they are not doing summer vacation scheme in 2022 - candidates are recommended to apply for direct TC. Hope it helps!
  15. J

    DLA Piper - Applying as a graduate

    Thank you - that is so good to know!
  16. J

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

    Hello, not sure if someone else has replied to you? I'm by no means a professional but I have the impression that this Q as with many other strengths-based Qs tends to focus more on you as a person, i.e. your character which is demonstrable through your non-academic commitments. So workshops and...
  17. J

    DLA Piper - Applying as a graduate

    Hi, as a graduate I'd like to know as well - please let us know if you received a response from the recruiters :) @Tstrack
  18. J

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

    The more PFOs I get the more I appreciate the bonding of this forum and how supportive people are towards one another - which is very incredible given how cutthroat the competition is - keep up the good work people!
  19. J

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

    PFO on 5 Nov, the fact that I applied at the very last moment probably did not help 😅
  20. J

    2020-21 Open Days and Insight Events Applications Discussion

    Oh no - I realised I just missed the deadline for BCLP's December Open Day. Would anyone recommend any methods that may be useful in researching this firm? For example, do they have podcasts or other channels that may give great insight into the firm?

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