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    Ashour's Journey to a TC

    I would take the Capp assessment test result with a pinch of salt- it is really not designed to be an accurate reflection of who you are as a person but rather a perception of how you react in a series of (generally unfamiliar) scenarios under timed conditions. I commend your positive outlook...
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    my TC/VS journey

    Kudos to you for starting this thread @Samphire! 👏👏 I relate to your feeling that TC rejections hit especially hard- I think it's something about the application process being more thorough, and more demanding in terms of how developed your motivations and self-awareness are, that makes getting...
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    Mitigating Circumstances and interview

    I would definitely be prepared to be asked about your mitigating circumstances and how they impacted you, but I feel being 'grilled' about them may be inappropriate for law firms to do, especially if your circumstances are sensitive in nature. Having mitigating circumstances doesn't mean you've...
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    How does Kennedys differ from other firms you have applied to?

    Hi @Browncatto! Including my best tips below- Compare a few firms you're interested in using the same criteria- office locations, TC structure, rankings, D&I initiative, awards, values, clientele etc. are some factors you can take into account to collate information about the firms you're...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @AK105 firms receive a large volume of applications (about half if I'm not wrong) on the day of their deadline so you're not alone! You'll just be competing against a larger number of people now so ensure that your application is free of errors and proofread it a couple times to ensure your...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    This is strange, you ideally should have received this feedback and no, it's not too late to ask. I think it's best to get a second opinion here so am tagging @Jessica Booker as I'm not a 100% sure!
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    My Training Contract Journey

    Amazing @j.s.cox! Very happy to see you apply your commercial awareness holistically. Adopting a wide perspective is key and this will undoubtedly help you stand out. You're spot on in your analysis of the efforts the British government is making to keep banks in the UK. Congratulations on the...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I'd first check your spam inbox to see if any communication landed up there and if not, then politely email to ask if your application is still being considered as you saw an update on your portal on 17 November but didn't receive any communication afterwards.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    So you have some options here- either you don't provide any detail, provide some detail or go into a proper analysis of what worked and didn't the last time you did a vac scheme and how you've tried to improve on the aspects that were flagged to you. There is a tactful way to write this answer...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @cls33, I'd stick to focusing on your motivations for working at Clifford Chance. Something along the lines of what do you like about the firm ➡️ how do you know you like it (from an open day, webinar, research etc.)➡️ why is this important to you. Repeat this for 2-3 points of motivation...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I think the best way to prepare for scenario based questions is to try and understand the dynamics behind every deal, both within a law firm and with clients. When I was prepping for TCs, I really came to appreciate the firms who would break down every single person's and office's role and...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I used to have problems with Vantage too! If I remember correctly, I think I emailed them (found their email in FAQs or their T&Cs on their website) to ask if they could help with the issues I was facing. Maybe you could do that too?
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    'My TC Journey' Competition: New Winner Every Month!

    Hi everyone! I wanted to take a moment to commend all those who have made their 'My TC Journey' threads- this is a big step in holding yourself accountable and I really hope that it's made a difference to your experience of the TC application process. Our team at TCLA would like to award...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Please see my recent post below- I think this will help you as well!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I'm unsure if this has been answered yet but I would put any mitigating circumstances in the second box, unless they relate directly to your undergrad degree grades (rather than any other degree).
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    CMS 2022 Application Help

    I would take this to mean how law firms will be engaged in dealing with the opportunities and/or challenges arising in one of CMS' sectors of expertise in the next 3 years. So if you choose energy, for example, then your next point of analysis is identifying the opportunities and challenges...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I think a good place to start is a simple google search on 'current issues facing the legal profession' and start from there- it'll definitely throw up stuff you've already mentioned like AI and inflation but maybe there's other things too like dealing with burnout or making hybrid working...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @tatianakalaji, I'd dedicate half the word count to what your motivations for working at A&O are and the other half to discuss the competencies you think are required to succeed in commercial law. Maybe having a couple, well-developed points for both would be a good way to fill out your...
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    LPC PLR advice - made a silly mistake

    Definitely not an automatic fail but I would be prepared to lose some marks (less than 10 imo) in case the person grading you would like to mark you down for it- I don't think it should be a big issue though.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @turtlebrownrice, the way I interpret this is how has something that you achieved outside of your academics/professional environment that made you better at your studies/job. So for example, if you paint as a hobby, maybe that's help you develop your creativity and perspective and helped you...

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