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

    Skadden PFO, seems like I am not the only one. Oh well, I am not surprised.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    It is 'Yours faithfully' still as you still do not know the recipient's name, just their employer.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    The graduate recruitment are testing you - that’s why there is no word count. They said it in their open days. They want to see a strong cover letter as long or short as you think but really make sure there is no “waffle”. So just ask yourself if you REALLY need to write what you had written is...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I did why commercial law, why them, why me and it was around 800 words and I made it through to interviews. :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I had that! I found sometimes slightly underpreparing yourself is helpful as you can get information overload and panic. Also, not writing any notes in your prep time to distract you. However that’s just me. Also, I find it helpful to prepare for the unexpected, so you can start reacting without...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Most graduate recruitment teams accept technical issues happen and they may give you a chance to retry. Just email them explaining the situation
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Has anyone heard from Taylor Wessing after the Artic Shore assessments?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I was told around the 20th December.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi guys, The Willkie video interview links will be sent this week, I was wondering if anyone had any hints or tips on what to look at? Also does anyone know how long the prep time/talking time is? Thank you @James Carrabino
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    No, I didn’t have any commercial questions
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    You can do. Just make sure you state the full name first, then abbreviate. I’ve done that in previous applications and it’s been okay.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Personally for mine - it was strength and motivational questions only I got but it might be worth thinking of topics so you can bring them into discussion should you need to
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    They advise you 40/50 minutes for each test.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Mayer Brown Job simulation invite!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I received a video interview invite yesterday and they said in the 'interest of everyone receiving a break over the holidays they won't be sending anything else until the 4th of January', I assume this will be the same for the initial application stage. So I wouldn't assume anything at this stage.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you! I applied on 8th December
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Just recieved a video interview invite for Willkie. Honestly didn’t think I’d pass their applications lol
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Oh I’m not sure - from the email it sounded like they’re not anymore

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