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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

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anasat

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Hey, I didn't see this when applying and am a graduate who has done the video interview, do you think I should email them to ask if I can even be considered?
hi yeah that sounds like a good idea, the firm's website says this - "Eligibility is penultimate year law undergrad or final year non-law undergrad ONLY – for 2026 Training Contract Start" and they only hire for TCs through a VS
 

saqlain09

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    Slaughters just gave me a heart attack i thought they were finally getting back to me about the summer VS but the email was just “Slaughter and May - Opportunities for first year students”💀💀
    Ahahaha I got an email from them as well. Was expecting a rejection but they just apologised for the delay and said they're still considering applications due to the amount submitted leading up to the deadline. Has anyone progressed with S+M since applying or heard anything back?
     
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