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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Hi everyone! I just have a quick question - there is a firm that is currently accepting apps for law graduates only. I have completed both my GDL & LPC - am I considered a law graduate at this point or do I still have to apply with the non-law intake? Thanks!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I had an AC last week and was told I'd hear back by the end of the week, but I haven't heard back yet. Trying not to read too much into it but failing 😅 anyone have tips for how to keep the nerves in check? This whole process is starting to really get to me - can't sleep through the night...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I know how you feel - I'm an older applicant and I haven't had a particularly successful cycle. I think the one thing I try to keep in mind is that I've had time to hone a number of skills since uni that current students have not had the time to develop just yet. In some ways, we're lucky - we...
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    Latham Dubai Summer Vac Scheme

    Hi guys! I'm interested as well, though their website states that the Dubai office is not regulated by the SRA so they don't offer TCs unfortunately
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    CMS Assessment Centre

    This is very helpful! Thank you :)
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    CMS Assessment Centre

    Thank you so much!
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    CMS Assessment Centre

    Hi everyone! Appreciate I'm a little late to this thread but thought I'd post anyway :) My AC is next week (it's my first one!) & I'm particularly nervous about the case study. Are there any resources that can help me prepare for it? Thank you!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi everyone! I was wondering - if you're asked about a news story that you've been following recently, is it OK to discuss one that is US-focused, even if the firm does not have a presence in the US? If I can relate it back to the UK and/or the firm's core practice areas (and sectors) I'm...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    CMS AC! Any insight into the day would be really appreciated - it's my first one!
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    DLA Piper Application

    The status on my application hasn't changed since I submitted it. Anyone else in the same boat?
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    DLA Piper Application

    I'm still waiting but mine hasn't even been updated yet...! 😰
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Hi Rob - I went to an American school but I took the IB so I typically write in those results in the A-level section and leave the GCSE section blank. However, in the 'Other Education' section, I explain that my school didn't have any equivalent exams at the GCSE level, and instead include my...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    I am! Submitted mine on Tuesday
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    CMS Academy Video Interview

    Thank you both! I waited exactly 7 weeks to hear post-WG so I was just hoping it wouldn't be that long 😅
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    CMS Academy Video Interview

    Hi! Can anyone tell me how long it takes them to get back to you post-VI? Only completed mine on Tuesday but I'm going crazy over here...!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Amazing - thank you so, so much!!
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    CMS VI invite!!! I am so happy - I completed my WG in early December and then hadn't heard anything from them! This is my first VI so any insight into the process would be hugely appreciated :)
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    DLA Piper Application

    I know how you feel! I submitted mine on the 5th and can't stop refreshing emails...
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    2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

    Here's a really helpful thread: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/vacation-scheme-deadlines-2021.2924/#post-46613 - it lists this year's VS deadlines for several firms. There's definitely still time to apply to other firms!

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