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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey @VMS, thanks for your question! I would say that attending an open day before applying for a VS at a given firm would always be advantageous as it gives you a deeper opportunity to see the firm, its practices, culture, etc. The things you learn at an open day are items you could always...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey @LW123, thanks for your question! Firms will not usually ask for proof of your work experience section, but you should be able to strongly talk about these in interviews.- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Huge congratulations @bluebell! We are extremely pleased to hear this, well done to you! Celebrate well and do keep us updated on how things go! 😁- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey @jasonbourne , great question! It looks like the two parts of the question are closely connected, which is common with hybrid questions such as this. The first part focuses on how your interest in becoming a commercial lawyer developed. The second part builds on that, asking you to...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey @jojo23 , it's amazing that you're taking this step again, and that's already something to be proud of! Every application is a new opportunity, and even though it can feel daunting, you've likely gained so much experience and insight since your first round. It's never too late to find the...- Amma Usman
- Post #872
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Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*
Hey @ashwright, no problem, happy to folow-up! 1. Mock Assessments: - You had mentioned you are a law student, so I recommend utilizing your university’s careers service. They usually offer mock ACs/interview preparation. - I had actually also booked quite a couple via TCLA, which really...- Amma Usman
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Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2024-25 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)
Hello @Lastseasonwonder, you can purchase a review HERE. Alternatively, you could also purchase a gold membership to get a review every month, which is also included in the link.- Amma Usman
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Law Firms: A-Level Requirements List
Hello everyone! We have been getting a lot of inquires relating to A-Level requirements, so we created this thread with a list of law firms (arranged alphabetically) to help out this cycle! Feel free to let us know if you need any more information or guidance. Name of Law Firm A-Level...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
No worries @KGNines, glad it helped 😄- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey @KGNines, great question! With hybrid questions like this, I believe either approach is fine. However, whichever approach you take, you could include a short preamble statement stating which parts of the question you would cover in turn. This will let graduate recruitment know that you‘ve...- Amma Usman
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Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*
@futuretraineesolicitor Happy to help :)- Amma Usman
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Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*
Hi @futuretraineesolicitor, thanks for your question! I believe you could go back to graduate recruitment and ask for more clarity on the situation, perhaps phrasing the inquiry to cover all your concerns. The reason is because you would not want to bet on applying for a vacation scheme, where...- Amma Usman
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Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*
Hi @ashwright, thanks for your great questions, I hope you’re having a lovely week thus far! 1. Being a law student myself, I totally felt the same way preparing for case studies as well! Basic principles from your degree do help, such as contract law principles. However, from my experience...- Amma Usman
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Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2024-25 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)
Hey @Lastseasonwonder, thanks for your question! A few of my colleagues have made great posts on this, which I’ve included below: @Andrei Radu : “ I think it depends on the specific of the work experiences you have and on what you have included in the cover letter. My strategy was to start...- Amma Usman
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Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2024-25 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)
Hello @3000to1shoteverytime. Last year when I submitted my application, I got the test immediately. I presume it will also be the case this year, but I suggest checking with Graduate Recruitment as this could have changed during this application cycle. Also, have a great holiday! 💃- Amma Usman
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Could Someone Give me Advice on Transitioning from a Regional Firm to a Corporate Law Firm?
Hey @Elizashahh, thanks for your great question! I believe you are in a very good position to apply to international firms. You have gained a lot of transferable skills through working as an associate for three years, as areas such as M&A and corporate governance are common practices/work within...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Hey @Soniastudent , thanks for your question! :) I remember having these same inquiries when I was drafting my cover letters. Here are a few tips based on your specific concerns: Recipient: Generally, this would be ‘Hiring Manager’ or ‘Graduate Recruitment Team’. You could include this at the...- Amma Usman
- Post #593
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Huge well done on securing the HSF open day @l789! Enjoy it and the most of the open day! :)- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Congratulations on the interview invite @JLaw56 ! Best of luck, and please let us know if you have any questions :)- Amma Usman
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Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2024-25 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)
Hi @Lastseasonwonder. I believe you are welcome to apply either way and there is not a cap on eligibility based off one’s graduation date. Hope this helps and feel free to let me know if you have any more questions on GDC :)- Amma Usman
- Post #32
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