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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    "Moreover, the firm’s breadth of expertise would allow me the freedom to discover where I want to specialise[,] whilst providing certainty that I would qualify into a market-leading practice regardless of my final choice." I ran it through Grammarly and it recommended taking out the comma in...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    PFO from Simmons Winter Vac (after doing the SJT). Submitted last week (I think Thu) so I'm impressed with the turnaround
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey everyone, For A&O's application, is it really only two questions? I'm quite shook because I was expecting some devil questions. How have people gone about answering the questions? I assume CAR/STAR x 2/ x 3 on skills and then expanding on why they'd be relevant at A&O in the next question...
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    Does it look bad to slightly go over the minimum word count?

    Hey! I get what you're saying but for a Graduate Recruiter, word counts are pretty important as they'll want to see if you're able to be concise and follow the instructions you've been outlined. Run your answer through Grammarly and see if any words are flagged that you could remove. You can...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks!!! Good luck!!! :D
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Yep! I always use the rule that if the firm brands themselves with a certain acronym, then I can use that without explaining it. For example, I'd say "I want to apply to HSF because..." - because that's an acronym used by HSF in all their firm branding. I wouldn't say "I want to apply to...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Totally agree. I think the only way to get clarity on this is to send them a direct email. I know that A&O for the past 5 years at least have recruited on a rolling basis so I'd be surprised if they changed their strategy. It could be that some opps are recruited on a rolling basis and some...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Congratulations! May I ask when you applied to Slaughters?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    " We recruit on a rolling basis so we strongly advise you to complete your application as early as possible, as we may close some opportunities ahead of the deadline. " - A&O Website
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I can confirm they're not an LLP!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I think they mean HSF. A&O has always been rolling and are confirmed to be rolling again this year.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks Celestie. Do you happen to remember what the questions were for last year? Many thanks, SK
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thanks for sharing Karina. Are these the only two questions in the application?
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    Law Firm Application Questions

    Hi all, Does anyone have Sidley Austin's application questions?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi all, Does anyone have the Sidley Austin and A&O questions? Thanks!
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    Application Questions for 2021/22 Cycle

    Hi all, Thought I'd start a thread on application questions for the upcoming cycle. Please feel free to contribute! :)
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Covington direct TC rejection although I got this: We felt you submitted a strong application and would encourage you to reapply for a vacation scheme position. Applications for our winter and summer vacation schemes will open in September 2021. Not sure if that was a generic email though lol.
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    Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2021/2022 - Law Firm List with Opening and Closing Dates

    CC Direct TC opened up a few days ago too. Is there a separate thread for TCs or will they be listed in this one?
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    Law Firm Application Questions

    Ashurst Please address your cover letter to Nick Wong, Graduate Recruitment Partner. This is an opportunity to tell us about yourself, your skills, achievements and why you want to train as a solicitor. (1000w) How is Ashurst different to the other firms you have applied to? (250w) How is the...
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    Law Firm Application Questions

    Hey @Jaysen - Was wondering whether there was a bank of application questions somewhere on the Forum? I seem to remember one but not sure if there is one for the 2020/21 cycle that just went past.

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