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  1. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @mulan0 , The way I see it, it’s a hybrid question asking for ‘why commercial law’ and why DWF’. I noticed this because of the inclusion of the word solicitor. I think the even split is a good idea, but you don’t have to strictly follow that approach. I will personally split the question...
  2. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @NCTC2025 , I think that’s a reasonable date to trace back to and include in an application. The important point is to ensure that in the process of mentioning this deal, you do not just drop it. You want to be unequivocally sure that it truly backs up your interest in the firm. Firm’s are...
  3. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there @hfbjsdhfbhf , I’ve compiled a list of questions below that I’ve commonly come across in my experience. 1. What do you understand to be a few key skills trainee solicitors commonly possess? 2. Follow-up from past question: Can you give any examples of how you’ve demonstrated these...
  4. Amma Usman

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey @gggg , I totally get your worries on this, but honestly I‘d say to not worry too much about it. It’s happened to me so many times and I’ve gotten to a couple of stages after that. VIs can get like that sometimes, and I’ve once spoken to a grad recruiter that said little common mistakes...
  5. Amma Usman

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey there! I’ve linked this thread to provide more context on the proportionality of VS and TC applications between firms - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/where-firms-recruit-from-vacation-scheme-vs-direct-tc-applications-2024-2025.9147/
  6. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi again @anonymousowl64 , I’ve provided a few tips below to prepare for your AC above. This is a culmination of many posts on the general topic of ACs. I hope you find them useful! ;)
  7. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey there @anonymousowl64 , I totally get where you’re coming from, but I don’t think you need to worry about that. I know several people that have gotten the direct TC without being from the SPARK scheme, one of which is my very good friend from Leicester. Best of luck on the AC!
  8. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yayyy! Huge congratulations ! ;)
  9. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey there @helloj , There are never any silly questions ! In fact, it's a good one because the terms can sometimes be used interchangeably, which adds to the confusion. Sectors and industries are closely related but slightly different. Industries generally refer to broad categories of...
  10. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there, Could you provide more details on the full question please? Perhaps I'll be able to advise more from there ;)
  11. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there, I am unsure about MB's VI in particular, but I have linked Andrei's guide to VIs to give you more guidance - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/a-complete-guide-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/
  12. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @NCTC2025 , It is certainly possible to hear back within this timeframe, and I certainly heard back from one firm during this period last year. However, this was for a later interview in Jan. I would, however, also assume that the likelihood of hearing back from many firms during the holiday...
  13. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey there, I completely get the anxiety, but I would not worry too much about this. Firms have different timelines for getting back and some people may have submitted their applications earlier - there are a host of operational reasons which suggest why you have not heard back. At this stage, I...
  14. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there @aspiringhighflyer , It's totally fine if none of the open days were at HL. The key is to focus on what you got from each open day. For example, did it spark any new interest in a particular practice area? Did you take part in any case studies or workshops? As the question is also...
  15. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey there @LawLawLawLawLaw , I believe you are not late at all if you apply now to firm's with Jan deadlines, seeing as most firms receive the bulk of their applications in the last two weeks. I recommend for those January deadlines, however, submitting them before the two -week mark for each...
  16. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @legalxp2 , That’s a great question! I actually encountered this in two interviews during my application cycle, and at the time, I wasn’t entirely sure how to approach it either. Reflecting on it now, I think the key is finding a balance. It’s important not to focus too heavily on your...
  17. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @billyonthespeeddial , this is a great question. I usually recommend candidates applying to more vacation scheme’s than training contracts, for two main reasons. First, most law firms I know of usually take direct TC applications from people that have completed more than one VS. However...
  18. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @LawAspirer , I know of many people who have completed international bachelors degrees, qualified in another jurisdiction, and subsequently gotten associate/trainee roles at international law firms in London. It is certainly possible, so I do not believe you are at a disadvantage.
  19. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @Ria Nar , I’ve tagged @Andrei Radu ‘s guide on VIs to help: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/a-complete-guide-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/
  20. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey there @Zaraa.x , Yes absolutely! This is a very good question and one in which I frequently had whilst applying too. First of all, it’s worth distinguishing the type of firm you’re applying to into transactional or contentious-focused. The reason is because, from my experience, the...

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