TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[NW Law]

Hi guys,

I wanted to know how heavy Paul Hastings' emphasis is on academics? I have 3 Bs at A Level, and a First-Class degree at a non RG university. I have completed a mentorship scheme with them and attended an insight day, last year. I have also visited their office on two occasions. Should I still apply? I'd hate to put in all the work on an application, only for it to get tossed immediately because of my A levels.

Thanks!

If it helps, I have one C at A-level and a first-class from a non-RG. I didn't do a mentorship scheme but did do one of their insight days, and I was progressed to an interview. So I don't think you need to worry.

 

[jobless13]

Anyone heard from Clyde and co post AC?

How did your AC go? I have mine next week

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

Does anyone know if Memery Crystal is due to open applications at all this cycle?

 

[Inquisitive]

If it helps, I have one C at A-level and a first-class from a non-RG. I didn't do a mentorship scheme but did do one of their insight days, and I was progressed to an interview. So I don't think you need to worry.

That's really reassuring to hear, thanks 😁
Also, congratulations!

 

[commerciallawyer2910]

@Jessica Booker
i haven’t heard from Slaughter and May regarding their Direct TC. It’s been two months and they sent an email 3 weeks ago telling us they would get back to us soon — when is it acceptable to email them regarding the status of my application?

 

[Jessica Booker]

@Jessica Booker
i haven’t heard from Slaughter and May regarding their Direct TC. It’s been two months and they sent an email 3 weeks ago telling us they would get back to us soon — when is it acceptable to email them regarding the status of my application?

This post gives my opinion of when/when not to chase up: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy....ns-discussion-thread-2022-23.5995/post-136126

 

[ssssstttt1]

Has anyone heard back from CC after being put on hold for an AC?

 

[jomar]

Is Paul Hastings' TC application rolling?

No

 

[Momo]

Hi everyone, I d like to ask a question. As an international student, should I be focusing on putting out as many applications? My worry is if I apply to 5-10, I have to wait for another cycle and I do have visa limitations since I am graduating from my LLM this July.

 

[Cambam15]

Hi everyone, I d like to ask a question. As an international student, should I be focusing on putting out as many applications? My worry is if I apply to 5-10, I have to wait for another cycle and I do have visa limitations since I am graduating from my LLM this July.

I would suggest that apply to as many firms as possible because visa business is just hard.

 

[glaine]

Final partner interview for Fieldfisher coming up! How does everyone like to prepare for technical interviews? And practice techniques

 

[glaine]

Hi everyone, I d like to ask a question. As an international student, should I be focusing on putting out as many applications? My worry is if I apply to 5-10, I have to wait for another cycle and I do have visa limitations since I am graduating from my LLM this July.

I would worry about making sure you have at least one successful application by being selective and putting a lot of time into making contact with the firm and drafting the application. Graduate visas are costly if you are only going to be using it for a short period of time before a firm sponsors you, I'm in this boat myself atm, but the spray and pray application technique is known to be ineffective. Also, some firms will not be happy for your to reapply in the next cycle following an unsuccessful app.

 

[Momo]

I would worry about making sure you have at least one successful application by being selective and putting a lot of time into making contact with the firm and drafting the application. Graduate visas are costly if you are only going to be using it for a short period of time before a firm sponsors you, I'm in this boat myself atm, but the spray and pray application technique is known to be ineffective. Also, some firms will not be happy for your to reapply in the next cycle following an unsuccessful app.

Ah i see, thanks you for the advice! If lets say i cant secure a direct TC by this summer, what kind of jobs do you think i should be applying for apart from paralegal roles to maximise my chances of getting a TC?

 

[glaine]

Ah i see, thanks you for the advice! If lets say i cant secure a direct TC by this summer, what kind of jobs do you think i should be applying for apart from paralegal roles to maximise my chances of getting a TC?

I personally can't speak to that, I'm still in the LLB and have about 3 years legal work experience by pure pandemic luck. This has included running a firm's website and web articles, researching for active litigation and drafting some basic documents. In all the TC related interviews I've done so far the firms were more concerned with the contact I had had with their firm leading up to applying, eg open days, and soft skills.

 

[wiinghann]

Did you apply for a direct TC in London?

No it's the London-asia trainee associate programme. Just got the invitation of AC. Thank you!

 

[hopefulfuturetrainee24]

Final partner interview for Fieldfisher coming up! How does everyone like to prepare for technical interviews? And practice techniques

Hi which office / cycle is this if you don’t mind me asking 😌

 

[Momo]

I personally can't speak to that, I'm still in the LLB and have about 3 years legal work experience by pure pandemic luck. This has included running a firm's website and web articles, researching for active litigation and drafting some basic documents. In all the TC related interviews I've done so far the firms were more concerned with the contact I had had with their firm leading up to applying, eg open days, and soft skills.

Ah i see, does attending the firms virtual events count as having contact even though its not an open day?

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

Does anyone know if Cleary genuinely considers candidates via their direct TC route?

 

[Deleted member 3712]

Ah i see, does attending the firms virtual events count as having contact even though its not an open day?

Yes 😊 the most important thing is how you talk about it and what you feel you gained from the event that enriches your application.

 

[glaine]

Hi which office / cycle is this if you don’t mind me asking 😌

London 2025