TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[thefutureladylawyer]

S&M PFO

I had an email a couple of months ago saying they can't proceed until I get my results. Last 2 cycles in a row I had PFO from them.

 

[hannah04]

Does the Addleshaw Goddard application require GCSE and A-Level grades or just university module grades?

they do ask for gcse and a-levels in the "contextual information" section of the application

 

[WAL007]

Lol. I am still waiting on the following: Goodwins; Withers; BCLP and Macfarlanes.

 

[leaaa2023]

Does anyone know when the AC is for Freshfields? I haven't even received a WG invite so I'm wondering if I should just assume PFO at this point.

14 August to 30 August 2023 are the ACs.

 

[Fd321]

Does anyone know whether your past applications stay on firms databases I.e. so you can look at them on their website for next cycle to reflect. Or is it best to save them externally. I’m worried that my apps will just disappear/ be deleted once the cycle is over.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Does anyone know whether your past applications stay on firms databases I.e. so you can look at them on their website for next cycle to reflect. Or is it best to save them externally. I’m worried that my apps will just disappear/ be deleted once the cycle is over.

Each firm will have a data retention policy that will typically hold the data for a period of time (usually 6-12 months after the application closes or the recruitment concludes) but not indefinitely. Therefore, I would always recommend saving your applications for your our reasons/purposes.

 

[George2023]

I don’t have anything from withers post online test either

Any news from Withers post on line test?

 

[Emilia]

Any news from Withers post on line test?

Yes I got a PFO last week

 

[NMA]

To anyone that's done the power minigame on NRF's Arctic Shores, was there actually any pattern to it? I felt like that's the only game I had a gripe with

 

[asola]

To anyone that's done the power minigame on NRF's Arctic Shores, was there actually any pattern to it? I felt like that's the only game I had a gripe with

I think there was. How did you find the safe one?

 

[NMA]

I think there was. How did you find the safe one?

didn't get to the final bit as it was too hard. also didn't want to try more cause i thought they'd look at how many times you attempted it lol. wbu?

 

[asola]

didn't get to the final bit as it was too hard. also didn't want to try more cause i thought they'd look at how many times you attempted it lol. wbu?

Same it felt basically impossible to finish

 

[Marco Polo]

Hi,
I am filling out my application for Weil's direct TC rn. If when answering the question on what attracts me to Weil I mention their international aspect, is it a good idea to link it to my own international experience or should I stick to talking about the firm?

 

[hw12]

Hi,
I am filling out my application for Weil's direct TC rn. If when answering the question on what attracts me to Weil I mention their international aspect, is it a good idea to link it to my own international experience or should I stick to talking about the firm?

I think you should always link it back to why their international aspect appeals to you. If you believe your own international experience substantiates that element, you should make it explicit!

 

[mckelly]

Has anyone heard from Hogan Lovells recently?

 

[mfuturetrainee]

have NRF already sent out their next stage test?

 

[Tonye]

Sent them an email

what did they say ?

 

[sxw517]

have NRF already sent out their next stage test?

From my understanding with NRF, they review all applications after the deadline and then invite candidates as they go through the applications. Consequently, if you applied closer to the deadline, you'll probably be invited to complete the WG later than someone that applied earlier in the window.

For context, I applied on the deadline last cycle and I was invited to complete a WG on 5th August.

Hang in there!

 

[asola]

From my understanding with NRF, they review all applications after the deadline and then invite candidates as they go through the applications. Consequently, if you applied closer to the deadline, you'll probably be invited to complete the WG later than someone that applied earlier in the window.

For context, I applied on the deadline last cycle and I was invited to complete a WG on 5th August.

Hang in there!

Did you get through the AC last cycle?

 

[icl]

Hey TCLA! Any advice/ guidance on first round with Morgan Lewis would be very much appreciated! Thank you!

Hi, when did you apply? Would you happen to know if they are still looking at applications or have moved on to the next stage already? I haven't heard back from them post-application and am wondering if it is safe to assume a rejection by now. Thanks!