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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
You absolutely don't have to link it back to the firm, and in fact doing so may come off as forced or unnatural. I think the structure you've mentioned works well- start with discussing the background (who the parties are, which industry and country/countries the story concerns etc.) ➡️ go into...- AvniD
- Post #2,394
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
This should be fine- ensure you explain this as accurately as possible so there is no discrepancy between your school transcripts and the text box in which you include this additional information.- AvniD
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
Hi @Wazflame, I've heard of several instances when people have found out that their application was rejected a week or so before the scheme and maybe a couple instances where their application was accepted in the same timeframe (it's rare) and I've always rationalised it as the firms possibly...- AvniD
- Post #2,389
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Feeling discouraged
@HopefulFutureTrainee I am very sorry to hear that you've been struggling with the application process. Just on the face of it, your background seems strong. A 2:1 non-law degree should really not be an issue unless firms specifically ask for 'strong' 2:1, which is when you should probably...- AvniD
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- Forum: General Discussion
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My Training Contract Journey
Congratulations on making it to the semis of the AS CAC- you are right, this is definitely something to be SUPER proud of! I hope you're updating your CV to reflect your achievement ASAP! 👏👏👏 Patience with targeted applications really is key- there is a lot of seemingly passive effort that goes...- AvniD
- Post #46
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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My Training Contract Journey
Well done on another week of being consistent with your commercial awareness! 👏 👏 👏 I am a big fan of the FT News Briefing and am so happy to see it get some love here on the forum! For the Brexit article, were you able to find any information on what the UK government may be doing to push...- AvniD
- Post #45
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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PGDL or MSc in Environmental Policy?
Hi @tomperrett1997! I think it's amazing that you're planning to make a career shift 👏 👏 As Jessica said, I think it makes sense to speak to a specialist career consultant about this. With the changes to qualifying as a solicitor that have been brought in by the SQE, you may be able to work...- AvniD
- Post #3
- Forum: General Discussion
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CC Ignite TC Application Questions
I think the questions can work either way. As Jessica said, best to confirm with GR if the sub-questions are intended to be where they are currently and haven't been swapped mistakenly. If this isn't a mistake, then you could approach the first question by stating what your motivation to apply...- AvniD
- Post #3
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ashour's Journey to a TC
Well done on your first article! 👏 👏 👏 I would definitely encourage you to learn the difference between an asset and a share purchase as like you said, this comes up fairly frequently in legal speak and is central to many deals. I think your analysis in the article is spot on- law firms...- AvniD
- Post #33
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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confused to commercially aware! trying to develop my commercial awareness
I can definitely tell you've been working on your commercial awareness every day- your analysis is more pointed and commercially focused 👏 👏 👏 You've identified a lot of the legal work correctly! There will be lawyers advised at every stage- in figuring out the financing of the deal (acting...- AvniD
- Post #15
- Forum: Commercial Awareness Discussion
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Skadden vac scheme help
The structure you've mentioned for why Skadden sounds good to me! I would definitely link your interest in the firm with your experiences, but ensure that the link is closely related. Your interest in commercial law may not justify why your interest was sparked in Skadden as a firm, for...- AvniD
- Post #3
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Introduction
HI Ricky, welcome to TCLA! I was happy to read that you're keeping an open mind about the particular seats you're interested in pursuing within commercial law. This will help you appreciate a law firm as a business! In terms of what you should be focusing on to further your chances- I think...- AvniD
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- Forum: Introduce Yourself Here!
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International student applying for TC
You don't need UK work experience to apply for direct TC, although it does help to demonstrate that you know how law firms in the UK operate and what the general commercial state of affairs is. You can demonstrate this in other ways, through your research and by networking with law firms by...- AvniD
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- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!
I agree with Jessica! Absolutely okay for you to hyperlink your channel and I'd even recommend using a URL shortening tool so that your link looks neat within the application form/CV.- AvniD
- Post #263
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Free Month of TCLA Premium (Bronze) Every Week (2022-23)!
For this week, I would like to award the prize to @magicmide for their initiative in starting this thread here to inform our community about firms with no A-level requirements! Congratulations- I hope you keep enriching our community with such wonderful posts in the future as well!- AvniD
- Post #5
- Forum: General Discussion
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Ashour's Journey to a TC
What a month @Mohamed Ashour! You've accomplished some pretty great things 👏 👏 👏 I really resonate with you self-worth learning- valuing your experiences first is the only way you can get others to value them! You've identified this well. I'm glad you've been on top of your commercial...- AvniD
- Post #31
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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Firms that sponsor visas for international trainees?
Hi @Browncatto this is a brilliant initiative! 👏👏👏 Off the top of my head, these are some firms that I know sponsor visas for international trainees. Not an exhaustive list by any means! A&O Baker McKenzie Clifford Chance Shearman & Sterling Slaughter and May HSF Linklaters Latham &...- AvniD
- Post #2
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Post-GDL work experience in the UK as an international (non-EU) student (paralegal/legal assistant)
Their grade requirements aren't any different from the grade requirements for vac schemes. From what I know, it is generally regarded as being a more competitive route because of the smaller number of places, but I think that shouldn't be something that holds you back. You're going to find...- AvniD
- Post #5
- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
Hi @DTB! Is this an application question? If so, what's the word count? If it's an interview question you're practising for, I'd recommend a structure where you briefly state where your work ex was, how long it was for and the position you held ➡️ describe your role and responsibilities ➡️...- AvniD
- Post #867
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Post-GDL work experience in the UK as an international (non-EU) student (paralegal/legal assistant)
I think you're a really good candidate for direct TCs. where you apply for the TC without needing to do a vac scheme, and would highly recommend this route to you. It may be easier to pursue while you're undertaking your GDL as well! I am linking a thread I made here for more information on...- AvniD
- Post #3
- Forum: General Discussion