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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi guys, on the A&O vac scheme application there is no word limit in the work experience word limit. What would recommend as the words to use? @Jessica Booker
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi, did anyone apply to the HSF/AS mentoring scheme and is still waiting to hear back.
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you, @Jessica Booker . Do you think most firms with these requirements would see getting A*BB as a slight red flag? (In other words, will I be disadvantaged by having secured A*BB instead of the AAB)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi, Can someone please confirm that Baker Mckenzie will be use the Watson Glaser test. (Their website just mentions online test but does not mention which one)
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    @S87 @Rob93 Thanks, I am really very torn. My problem is that I have recently accepted a place, although I could pull out. There are also not many vacancies for jobs with immediate starts and I can't seem to find a paralegal role that I am eligible for. For context, I have completed a year-long...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi, I could really use some advice. I have just graduated from a Russell Group university with first-class honours in a non-law degree (I received AAB in my A-levels). For context, I am applying to international commercial law firms based in London, I have been told I have good work...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi, I just wanted to check if firms would normally consider A*BB as equal to AAB or is it safer to check with each firm. @Jessica Booker
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    DWF VI

    How come? Also, I haven't heard back so I'm guessing I must have been unsuccessful, as I know someone else who has also received the email that they got through.
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    DWF VI

    Hey, I think all the AC's for dwf direct TC's are completed now. Does anyone have an idea on when we will hear back?
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    When did you get the HSF scheme invite ? I only got it yday - still need to make a start on the app
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Hi, did anyone apply for the AS aspire scheme with dentons? If so have you heard back as of yet ?
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    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Hey, I have my first AC with DWF for a direct tc next week. Would anyone have any firm specific advice?
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    DWF VI

    Got an AC invite, which one did you guys book?
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    DWF VI

    I just meant that I reckon your video interviews could be reviewed before everyone elses
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    DWF VI

    I’d imagine you guys will be fast tracked (Just a best guess). But I don’t get the bit about no suitable vacancies, as surely they’d put you into the 2023 otherwise
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    DWF VI

    Good luck, how have you prepared ?
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    DWF VI

    Has anyone had a go at the DWF video interview yet?
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    DWF VI

    Thanks, Jessica!
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    DWF VI

    Hey, has anyone done a video interview for DWF previously received extra time? I have been told I will receive extra preparation time, but I am unsure exactly how much extra preparation time they will give?

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