TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[Jaysen]

Rejected by Slaughter and May for a direct TC post interview. Not ideal, especially since they are the firm that I have had the most experiences and interactions with, and this rejection essentially means they won't reinvite me to interviews on subsequent applications unless there's a significant difference in my application. Freshfields also rejected me without reaching the WG test even after I put a lot of effort into that application.

Been feeling a lot of self-doubt.

I'll probably apply to the A&O Shearman winter scheme next, does anyone know if it's a rolling application? Also would you still recommend applying when I have literally zero experiences with the firm?

I am sorry to hear this - and I'd understand why you'd feel self doubt after being rejected post interview. It's a lot to go through the process, meet the firm, get your hopes high, and then get rejected.

I would say that if you were able to reach the final stage TC interview, I'd trust that you would get through with other firms.

 

[SiriCyber]

White & Case Video interview​

appreciate to get tips.
Thanks and good luck for all

 

[BonanzaBih_]

Still nothing from TLT? Does anyone know anything about their timeline?

 

[studentdelaw786]

Hi all, I hope you’re all well!!

I have been invited to a Life at Mayer Brown Trainee Job Simulation as part of my direct TC application!

Can anyone please offer me some detailed tips and advice to doing well in this?

I’d be really grateful for the help

 

[EzeLaylor]

TLT rejection just now - literally don’t even remember applying 😂

 

[johnnn821]

TLT Rejection post-app also. They even sent me a text message saying they sent me an email. Thought it was an interview. Oh well

 

[mat123]

Hi,

Does anyone know any particular organisations or groups through which I can do mock video interviews, assessment centres and interviews specifically for TC applications? I know that TCLA and Aspiring Solicitors offer these but I'm just eager to know what else is out there to get some practice in and to sign up before the cycle starts!

Thanks!

 

[LillyandSilver]

Hiya, does anyone know about Maples Teesdale? Asking for a friend.

 

[hehostressed]

Anyone heard back from Browne Jacobson

 

[tealzeal]

anyone heard back from hogan lovells after the wg?

 

[Zaakir]

Anyone heard from Paul Hastings or K&L gates?

 

[AmberLawApply]

Anyone heard back from Browne Jacobson

I got an email saying that they’re changing their training contract structure and asking if I still wanted to proceed.

 

[TrainingContract2024]

Still haven't heard anything from W&C post-application, do people think it's safe to assume that it's going to be a rejection given that people have been receiving VI invitations this week?

that's what i think as well, because several people have already been offered ACs, but honestly not sure.

 

[A worried graduate]

Rejected by Slaughter and May for a direct TC post interview. Not ideal, especially since they are the firm that I have had the most experiences and interactions with, and this rejection essentially means they won't reinvite me to interviews on subsequent applications unless there's a significant difference in my application. Freshfields also rejected me without reaching the WG test even after I put a lot of effort into that application.

Been feeling a lot of self-doubt.

I'll probably apply to the A&O Shearman winter scheme next, does anyone know if it's a rolling application? Also would you still recommend applying when I have literally zero experiences with the firm?

Why won’t they send me my post app PFO yet if you’ve had an interview

 

[studentdelaw786]

Hi all,

Can anyone please offer advice on the Mayer Brown Job Simulation exercise?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

[StewartJones]

How did people feel about the McQuaig Mental Agility Test? The non-numerical ones were far easier compared to the sequence ones

 

[LRR23]

anyone heard back from Edwin Coe yet??

 

[Alison C]

I am growing increasingly frustrated because I have been applying to law firms for several years and have not managed to land a training contract or paralegal position. I genuinely feel let down by the education system in order to improve my career prospects. I feel trapped because getting employment (even non-legal) is tough and I want to move out of my area.

Not sure what your area is, but if you aren't securing roles as a paralegal, perhaps you need to do some up-skilling? For instance, can you learn how to use Relativity? Have you done any of the Forage internships to develop your skills and be honest about where the gaps are? Can you do some LinkedIn courses? If you pick the right training you should become, and feel, a more attractive candidate.

Also you might need to sign on with some employment (paralegal) agencies in the area you are keen to move to, or just an area that has more work. Getting employment is tough, but if you have strong skills you will be able to make a contribution and starting at the bottom may enable you to climb. You might also consider a part time or shift work job which enables you to volunteer at a law centre or pro bono project, depending on your previous interests and experiences. Working in a coffee shop or in retail will give you a structure, and excellent customer service experience. You might also learn about business in a way that encourages you to persevere.

You just have to ignore the flaws in the system, and go higher. Tough but necessary.

Hope that helps a little. You only need one 'yes'.

 

[Kaushik]

Hi! For A&O Shearman, the direct tc application is for a tc that commences from which year?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi! For A&O Shearman, the direct tc application is for a tc that commences from which year?