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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Both Withers and Farrer & Co are great for family law :) Give ‘em a look!- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
hi :) i think these could be promising answers. i take it that these are for addleshaw goddard’s application? re: the biggest challenges question, the SQE could definitely be thought of as a challenge for the legal sector. if you can convincingly show what implications it has for law firms...- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I’m sure others have more well-thought views on this, but I don’t think there’s any harm in lumping some together under one work experience entry. For instance, I often held several jobs during the summer. For one of my entries, I write down the main job I did at a bookstore and then in my...- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Yep, there's no word limit. The TCLA W&C application guide says keep the word count between 750-800. But you're simply 6 words over. I don't think it's a massive red flag - so wouldn't worry too much. If you can find a way of cutting down some more words or even a sentence or two, could help...- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
First of all, I'm so sorry about not getting an offer. But I want to say something that a TCLA staff member once told me: in a sense, just by getting on a vac scheme, you've made huge progress towards getting a TC. Keep on doing your best and you'll get that TC soon enough :) Second, while...- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
How did people get their results from the Latham SJT? Were they emailed out?- Adrian_S
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Hey! I just completed it a few weeks ago. Don’t worry at all - everyone’s very welcoming. If you’re running into any issues, definitely speak to your trainee-mentor (they’re all great). James Pritchard is also wonderful if anything is unclear from an admin standpoint. There really aren’t any...- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I know people often say that when you mention a deal, it should be one that the London office has worked on. However I don’t believe this is a strict rule. In my view, what matters is being able to articulate (1) what you think the deal says about the firm specifically and (2) how it speaks to...- Adrian_S
- Post #2,896
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
From what I can tell, applications for vacation schemes are assessed on a rolling basis at W&C. However, direct training contract applications are reviewed on a non-rolling basis. Let me try to find the link for you.- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Hi friend! So re: work experience, there doesn't seem to be any word count, but I wouldn't go over 250 words for each work experience you list in the section. Regarding personal statement, make sure you answer the following 3 questions: (1) Why are you interested in a career in commercial law...- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
@lawnoob Yep, pretty much used up the 250 word count for each. I also completely agree with @S87 on keeping things tidy with paragraphs! ✨✨✨✨ i'm all about marie kondo-ing my way to a TC✨✨✨✨✨- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Nope, not due on the same day as one's application. The email they sent out said: 'The deadline for completing the assessment is three days after the application form deadline. If you require any adjustments to be made ahead of you taking this assessment, please contact the office you have...- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Any suggestions if it isn't a rolling application? Presumably, just go ahead and submit? Thanks in advance, @AvniD!- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Anyone apply to Addleshaw Goddard, Akin Gump, Fried Frank, Paul Hastings and hear back? Applied largely in mid/late June, so just wondering when people hear back about WG tests, VIs, etc.- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Yep, was told there was 1 place left as well for 2023. Can I ask roughly how long it took to hear back about the WG test?- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Yep, that’s right. TCLA has a good guide to writing the statement, but effectively you want your statement to address three questions: (1) why commercial law? (2) why Freshfields? And (3) why you would make a good fit for the firm? Good luck, Asil!- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
hey @Mae East - i completed the test on the 17th and heard back on 20th. don’t worry just yet, they may get back to you soon!- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Bird & Bird VI. If anyone has suggestions, I’d be really grateful to hear about them.- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
MY FACE ON A TCLA INSTAGRAM POST 😭- Adrian_S
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
!!!!!!!!!!! i thought about you yesterday as i took my train from st pauls to greenwich! (I’d seen the words PRIVATE EQUITY on someone’s phone). so glad to see you back on here, friend!- Adrian_S
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