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

    HL have this question as one of their core questions: 'Tell us about any open days and events that you have attended in the legal sector'. (250 words!) Do they want to know what you've learned from these events? Does it matter what kind of events they are?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    According to this (https://www.chambersstudent.co.uk/latham-watkins/true-picture/234/1##bonus), no - but they have recruited on a rolling basis in previous years.
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    https://graduates.hoganlovells.com/opportunities/vacation-scheme This is the link!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone done the WG for DLA Piper? Do you get your results straight away or do you have to ask?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Someone above said they've been invited to an AC
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It's fine to mention it if it relates to your work experience.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    No it's been a while for me - I think someone said they're sending them out at the end of the month.
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    Allen & Overy SJT

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

    https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/vacation-scheme-deadlines-2021-2022-law-firm-list-with-opening-and-closing-dates.4056/
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I would take the skills you mentioned in your response to the first question and apply them to typical trainee tasks or situations you'd face. Also think of things unique to A&O, since that shows you understand their training programme above others.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    From what I've just seen, they only have a CV and this question in the 'About You' section: Which business news story has interested you the most in the last 12 months and why? (Maximum 1500 characters / approximately 250 words)
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    also commenting for notifs 🌚
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    For W&C, mention the international nature of the firm, the cross-border deals, any deals you found interesting (and justify) and most importantly, why it all relates to you. They pride themselves on their international nature, so if you can say you're interested in that PLUS why that makes you...
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    White & Case Assessment Centre

    Hii, I wrote this post a few weeks ago, hope it helps you get the answers you need! https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/white-case-vacation-scheme-interview-2021.3622/#post-70953
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    White & Case Applications 2020/21

    Anyone on the summer scheme and wants to join a group chat, message me :)
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I've had this experience, and honestly I jut kept reminding myself that the very fact they're willing to discuss with me meant they want me to do well and to succeed. Please don't take anything they say personally/to heart! But make a note of what they say your setbacks were, then ask for advice...

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