TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

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Yeah I agree with @FM302989 - I don't think there's a personal element to this.

If you're considering something from the perspective of a personal experience, it's really important to discuss something you've been materially involved in or affected by - attending a WD session as the 'origin story' for this may appear contrived.

There's definitely nothing to stop you discussing SPACs in other settings or different areas of the application, though!
I agree with @Jacob Miller and I would add that it is hard to link heavy finance/corporate topics to your personal experience.

I can give you an example, over the last few years I worked on the cladding safety in the UK. A very sensitive topic that resulted in a new Act and likely to make thousand of people bankrupt. I recently had to check if our apartment was affected too, it involved a lot of checks and a potential change in our mortgage terms. A lot of stress for a positive outcome.

So, I have linked a very important commercial issue with my own personal and professional experience.
 

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    Unless you've invested a huge ton of money into a cash shell, I'm not really sure it's a personal experience. Peter's aim is to save us time and give us an overview of current affairs as well.

    Unless the firm you're applying to actively works in capital markets and the legal work behind investment vehicles, you may want to discuss a trend, firm transaction or news story (such as Lord Hill's report or the NSI Act). But again, I'd be cautious of saying you're interested in something just to impress
    Yeah I agree with @FM302989 - I don't think there's a personal element to this.

    If you're considering something from the perspective of a personal experience, it's really important to discuss something you've been materially involved in or affected by - attending a WD session as the 'origin story' for this may appear contrived.

    There's definitely nothing to stop you discussing SPACs in other settings or different areas of the application, though!
    Thank you very both and I was thinking this but was not sure but now I do and you both are right.
     

    Asil Ahmad

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    Did anybody else secure a place on the Addleshaw Goddard Direct Training Contract Masterclass with AS? This is such aI did and I think the main ppoint of the scheme is it to great opportunity and was wondering how people are preparing?
    I did and I think the main point of the scheme is to make you submit a really strong application and also it is to make more people from diverse backgrounds secure training contracts at law firms like AG.
     
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    Etudierlaw2022

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    I have a vac scheme in about three weeks but I have non-stop uni work/research to do and I'm really freaking out that I'm not in the right mindset at all because I'm spread so thin, any tips?
     
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    It was by email however I had spoke with my interviewer that I have a clash with the AC dates due to another vac scheme.

    They could very well have let me know a bit early in case I wanted to verify whether I can attend.
    Congratulations on making it to the AC 🥳 Did you just receive the email? I’ve been waiting to hear back from them too 😩
     
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    Jacob Miller

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    I have a vac scheme in about three weeks but I have non-stop uni work/research to do and I'm really freaking out that I'm not in the right mindset at all because I'm spread so thin, any tips?
    I wouldn't worry too much at this stage. There isn't an astonishing amount you can do to prep for a vac scheme - certainly nothing that can't be done closer to the time.

    If I were you I would set that to the back of your mind, focus on the here and now and then address vac scheme prep 48-72 hours before it starts.
     

    Jessica Booker

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    How is everyone this evening? Anyone doing anything nice? I'm doing my 'due diligence' on a local pub near my new flat!

    It's lovely to be back in places now they've started to open up again. Have you guys been back to your favourites or exploring new venues since restrictions


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    I am doing the opposite to you and have been in Scotland for work!

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