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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    How long does it take to get the Watson Glaser link sent to you after submitting the DLA application? And any news from NRF or linklaters for spring?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does everyone get a Watson glazer test after submitting a DLA application? And how long does it take to receive it? Also does everyone get invited to take Taylor wessings tests and how long does it take to receive?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Dechert rejection after AC :( disappointing that I had to follow up with them twice to get an outcome. Firms really need to be better about communicating rejections- I had an all-nighter for this assessment centre because i had less than 2 days to prepare AND went to work for the rest of the...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    People who did Dechert AC last week- any news?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    for linklaters you can only submit 3 work experiences? but what if you want to discuss more
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    is Baker McKenzie's spring vac scheme open to law graduates?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Can I shorten Baker McKenzie as BM?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone heard from Simmons post VI and with an interview/AC invite?
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    So I got the invite for simmons tests on the 3rd november and it said that I have 10 calendar days from tomorrow (4th november) to complete it. Does that mean I can complete it tomorrow? Just dont want to have to rush to complete it now as something has popped up and will be busy tonight now.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    So I got the invite for simmons tests on the 3rd november and it said that I have 10 calendar days from tomorrow (4th november) to complete it. Does that mean I can complete it tomorrow? Just dont want to have to rush to complete it now as something has popped up and will be busy tonight now.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Completely untrue! I had a 63 average and was still able to land a vacation scheme at a US firm, got to an AC for another firm and managed to get past the first stage for a few other firms. I will say though that I went to a super competitive and tough uni but if you go to a russell group uni...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    is it ok to talk about a deal that the london office wasnt engaged with? this deal really demonstrates several reasons why im interested in the firm and hence keen to talk about it but unfortunately london office was not involved
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Any news from Dechert post VI and Written Task?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Got this from Sidley: "Thank you for your application for our winter vacation scheme. Unfortunately the number of interview slots are limited and we're not able to consider your application for the scheme. However, your application impressed us and we would like to consider you for our...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    the best part about events going back to in person- all that free food come at me
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Yeah, was wondering about this too. I have a 64 average so that is definitely not a high 2.1 lol, but it is from a really strong university and I think I have good experience and extracurriculars that could elevate my application. Do you think it's worth applying if I am able to put forth a...

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