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

    Identifying competitors is from all perspectives - firms with similar practice areas strengths, international presence (maybe in same jurisdictions or target particular markets), origins (i.e. if they're both US firms), strategy. If you say how the firm distinguishes itself, identify things...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Is it ok to ask the firm you're doing a vac scheme at if they're willing to provide any financial assistance for booking a hotel for the duration of the scheme? They haven't mentioned it at all so idk whether it's rude?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    The process of preparing for ACs: T-4 days: "Just need to know every single fact out there about the firm and I'm good to go... ugh this research is never ending... why have they worked on so many deals" T-3 days: "I don't think my brain can hold all this information... ffs do I even want to be...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It really depends! I've had 3+ weeks to prepare for an AC, I've also had 3-4 days, which is definitely on the shorter end. I don't think there's a definite answer
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Do you ask questions at the end of a telephone interview or no?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    If you're an Aspiring Solicitors member they have sessions called HeadStart which is all about preparing for your vac scheme :) would highly recommend
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    No I had an email last week and they've just sent another email from GR with the Teams links and time etc. Maybe email GR to confirm?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Ah worth looking into, thanks :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Believe it or not they already have practices for all of these too 🙃 thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Anyone have an unconventional response to 'which area should we expand into?' - I usually say ESG to fit the growing agenda etc., but this firm has a whole practice area just for ESG so they're clearly following client needs. Any help appreciated!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks, & 27th Nov :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

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

    Anyone have any advice for the Dechert AC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi, you should always list all your grades! I just click the option to add another result and put mine in order of highest grades to lowest
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I remember someone here saying they passed the next stage with an app where they had mentioned another firm's name instead of the firm they were applying to lol, so I don't think it's a huge issue! Proofreading tip: I always paste my answer into a text to speech website and play it to myself -...
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    Is "tell me about yourself" another way of asking "Why you?"

    Hii, I usually give an answer of my degree background, and how I've ended up here (i.e. my entrance into commercial law) and that I'm hoping to train at the firm. It is never more than 40 seconds - 1 minute. Then they will naturally ask questions from what you've said. It should just be an...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Not sure re first question, but best to send it sooner rather than later. The SJT is automatic, and it's quite a straightforward test, then they screen and invite you to VI if successful.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Vac scheme yes, direct TC no
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    If you're talking about the department at the firm, then yes it is capitalised. But if you're talking about your interest, e.g. "my interest in international arbitration", then capitalisation isn't necessary. At least that's the rule I use :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone done the Mayer Brown job simulation yet?

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