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  1. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Ah I see, I thought you were asking a question
  2. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Cover all parts of ESG rather than just one part. Also, my answer was more focused on the second part. I interpreted the question as Gowling wanting me to do some independent thinking as well as being creative with my answer. Just a thought!
  3. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thank you! Yes, I remember grad rec saying that success on the scheme can lead to a TC :) I’ve got a TC application drafted anyways, just in case I’m not successful on the scheme so I’d recommend doing that too
  4. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Trowers & Hamlins Open Day invite 🤞
  5. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Not sure whether to attack this straight away or wait a bit because we’ve got ten days to do it. It takes 5 mins but there’s no way to practice or anything so I’m a bit confused
  6. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Fieldfisher Diversity Access Scheme Test Invite!
  7. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Omg congrats! What scheme is this for and when did you apply?
  8. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Keep going, your TC is coming!!
  9. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yes it is however there can be a short delay of a day or two before you get the report
  10. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    A total of 28 applications completed this cycle for TCs, VSs, Open Days and Commercial Awareness Programmes. 6 PFOs (nowhere I wanted to work anyways) already but still. I can finally REST!
  11. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I’m not sure but for the WVS, the deadline is well in the past and it’s meant to start mid Dec I think?
  12. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    1. Introduction - introduce yourself (degrees etc) and state what scheme you are applying to. 2. Why law/commercial law. 3. Why Travers Smith - can mention cases, awards, rankings, anything unique to their firm. Would recommend choosing 3 things to write about. 4. Why you - good opportunity...
  13. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    If you have been to any of that specific firm’s events, then I’d put them right at the top and would make those paragraphs the chunkiest. Would recommend mentioning dates, the type of event and what you gained from it. If you haven’t been to that firm’s events then I’d list the events you have...
  14. aspiringlawyer47

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I know someone who got onto a BCLP open day (scheduled for Feb 2023), found out she couldn’t attend, emailed the firm (in good time) and they saved her a place on the next open day which is taking place next month. It’s worth a shot!

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