TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

[desperateTCseeker1998]

This is what I'm thinking too lol so many firms where people seem to have only been rejected and so many who said they'd open and haven't so doesn't seem far fetched

Hey all - my weekly check-in. Hope your app cycle is going well ... Mine has been a mix of 😭🙃 😠😣😥(iykyk).
I wish I had applied to more firms earlier in the cycle but at the same time don't think my mental health could take any more rejections.

Honestly, I am slowly beginning to think that a lot of firms don't actually have TCs available and might just be opening apps for the sake of it (this is just my opinion but would love to hear anyone's opinion on this?)

Anyway hope we all hear good news in the upcoming weeks ...

 

[adrian_nlh]

Was Fried Frank deadline rolling

No. They began responding after the deadline (31/06).

 

[AS24]

Hi @Jessica Booker, I am answering this question "Please use this section to tell us anything else that you feel would support your application. Examples can include, but are not limited to, key achievements, successes, non-academic interests, your skills etc. "

May I ask you if I need to provide specific examples where I demonstrated key skills? Or should I write about interests, achievements and the skills I demonstrated?

Thank you in advance/

 

[Apple]

does anybody know when Freshfields typically hold ACs for the latest direct TC intake (the one with an 8th of July deadline)

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi @Jessica Booker, I am answering this question "Please use this section to tell us anything else that you feel would support your application. Examples can include, but are not limited to, key achievements, successes, non-academic interests, your skills etc. "

May I ask you if I need to provide specific examples where I demonstrated key skills? Or should I write about interests, achievements and the skills I demonstrated?

Thank you in advance/

It really depends on what you are putting in this question, but if you are claiming a skill I would always evidence it rather than just claiming it. Try to be specific in how you have developed the skill too.

 

[Soniastudent]

Hi @Jessica Booker ! Maybe this question has been asked before, but I can't seem to find the answer.

I wanted to apply to the Freshfields TC, but I applied in the past, got through the application stage, and failed at the WG. I was wondering if it was worth applying again as I have been able to practice the WG?

I was also wondering if I need to change my application or if I can keep it the same. I was thinking of adding something in the cover letter to explain why I am applying again even after failing the WG.

I would love your thoughts on this! Any tips to pass the WG would also be appreciated. Thank you so much )

 

[Eeeazyyy8]

Has anyone heard from BCLP, Dentons or Freshfields?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi @Jessica Booker ! Maybe this question has been asked before, but I can't seem to find the answer.

I wanted to apply to the Freshfields TC, but I applied in the past, got through the application stage, and failed at the WG. I was wondering if it was worth applying again as I have been able to practice the WG?

I was also wondering if I need to change my application or if I can keep it the same. I was thinking of adding something in the cover letter to explain why I am applying again even after failing the WG.

I would love your thoughts on this! Any tips to pass the WG would also be appreciated. Thank you so much )

How long has it been since your last application?

 

[jplaw1010]

Do freshfields require a cv

 

[Jessica Booker]

Do freshfields require a cv

No - it’s just their application system which is designed for vacancies outside of graduate recruitment. All the information you would be providing would be in your application, and so it’s just duplication and is highly unlikely not even going to be read.

If it was necessary it would be compulsory and you wouldn’t be able to proceed with your application without submitting it

 

[jplaw1010]

No - it’s just their application system which is designed for vacancies outside of graduate recruitment. All the information you would be providing would be in your application, and so it’s just duplication and is highly unlikely not even going to be read.

If it was necessary it would be compulsory and you wouldn’t be able to proceed with your application without submitting it

Great thanks, so just the 850 personal statement?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Great thanks, so just the 850 personal statement?

There will be a full application form that the 850 personal statement is part of, but that application form is sufficient.

 

[Soniastudent]

How long has it been since your last application?

It has been one year since my last application!

 

[LehmanBrothersRiskManagementIntern]

Morgan Lewis TI invite. Applied 10 June. Does anyone have any insights? Thanks in advance.

 

[Jessica Booker]

It has been one year since my last application!

I would expect your application to change somewhat. You’ll need to show what you have developed in the last 12 months both in terms of skills and knowledge, but also demonstrating your pursuit of the career.

I think it’s risky applying with the same application, as although you think the application was unsuccessful on the basis of the test, you may not know whether the application would have been successful if you had done well in the test.

Even if it had been successful, showing you are actively developing your skills and finding opportunities to do so, will also be important.

 

[Soniastudent]

I would expect your application to change somewhat. You’ll need to show what you have developed in the last 12 months both in terms of skills and knowledge, but also demonstrating your pursuit of the career.

I think it’s risky applying with the same application, as although you think the application was unsuccessful on the basis of the test, you may not know whether the application would have been successful if you had done well in the test.

Even if it had been successful, showing you are actively developing your skills and finding opportunities to do so, will also be important.

Thank you for your answer! I am thinking more about the reasons why I am interested in commercial law and why I want to join Freshfields. These reasons have not changed since my last application. If I were to change my reasons for being interested in commercial law, wouldn’t that be weird?

 

[The-PFO-Collector]

Morgan Lewis TI invite. Applied 10 June. Does anyone have any insights? Thanks in advance.

On a Sunday?

 

[LehmanBrothersRiskManagementIntern]

On a Sunday?

Yeah, really strange. I thought grad rec didn't work over the weekend.

 

[AspiringLawyer2002]

Anyone else unable to view their freshfields tc application on the link post submission? Worried there was a technical error submitting my application.

 

[give.me.a.tc]

Yeah, really strange. I thought grad rec didn't work over the weekend.

I am sure these ones are super excited about their job.