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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
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Got it yesterday, just saw it in my inbox today!Hi all, does anyone know how to approach a written case study exercise in an assessment center, in which we are asked to advise on a commercial issue in a memo or email format? I'm especially confused on how to approach the language (whether it's addressed to a lawyer or non-lawyer) and the structure of a memo (particularly) and email. @Jessica Booker can you please advise if possible? Thank you!
I haven't received an AC but I know of people who have, strange isn't it, wish they would just give an answer or indication
It was for the vacation scheme. I think I received the email for the test a few weeks after I submitted my application but that's because I sent it close to the deadline.
Fr… it’s been 2 months since I did my VI 😭
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Language (and content) needs to be appropriate to the audience. Think about what your reader would already know/what they would care about.
In terms of structure, I’d usually suggest some form of executive summary to start with and concluding with any actions that need to be undertaken at the end. Depending on the length of the exercise, structuring the body of your writing with headlines and/or numerical bullet points could be helpful to create a structure.
Waiting is so annoying cause all I want is this one firm and yet on LinkedIn I see people posting about having 5 vacation schemes lined up and it’s just like… 😐
I would love my biggest issue to be which magic circle/ top US firm should I choose 💀
I would love my biggest issue to be which magic circle/ top US firm should I choose 💀
Thank you Jessica. In terms of the language, I am assuming that in an exercise where I am emailing/writing to a head of a non-legal function, I should not use legal jargon and should keep the language basic (but still professional).
When it comes to exercises that ask us to choose between recommending options, is the below structure good enough?:
Dear X,
[Intro] (It would say something along the lines of 'I hope this email finds you well, following from our conversation earlier, please find attached below my assessment of Options One (which is x) and Two (which is x) and my recommendation on the best course of action.
Executive Summary:
. Option One + advantages and disadvantages
. Option Two + advantages and disadvantages
. Concluding Recommendation.
1. Option One: (What the option is)
Advantages:
· X
Disadvantages:
· X
2. Option Two (option I am recommending): (What the option is)
Advantages
. X
Disadvantages
. X (however I will mention how these disadvantages can be mitigated by offering a solution, or mentioning how the firm can possibly assist with these disadvantages - if applicable)
Concluding advice: [key recommendation to head of x is x, because of x]
Yours sincerely,
Name
In addition, Is there any resource on TCLA that you can please redirect me to that addresses written exercises, especially memo/email formats?
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I wouldn’t overthink this too much. Most of how you would write something is common sense. What you have listed above would be suitable (assuming the instructions are aligned to this particular format).
There are a couple of free mock written case studies here:
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Hey I wondered if anyone had any tips/info regarding how to find london accommodation for vacation schemes. I unfortunately do not have any family/friends that live there during the period so wondered what others do to live in london without paying a fortune for a hotel for the duration. Thank you.
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I have mentioned the following in earlier posts:
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You may also want to look at the train/tube lines that come into near the office (such as Thameslink/Metropolitan line/Elizabeth Line) but that take you outside of London quickly. You’ll find cheaper accommodation but can often find quick ways to get into London. Just always worthwhile checking the peak day return train fare and adding that to your weekly spend to see if it is worthwhile.
Some of the private student halls tend to do reasonable deals for short term summer let’s - like this one: https://prestigestudentliving.com/s...don/charles-morton-court/premier-ensuite-plus
In addition to the suggestions above, I’d also look at AA4S. It was recommended to me on this forum and I’ve booked it for this summer - it looks comfortable enough, it’s a 25-30min bus away from the City, and it’s a pretty good deal (for London) at £200 a week!
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