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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

Zaraa.x

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Does anyone know if Hogan Lovells has A Level requirements? Some sites are saying AAB and some sites have only listed 2.1 requirement. If they do, is it a hard requirement (if you don’t have this you won’t progress/stand a chance) or are they known to be lenient?
 

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I submitted my Latham app a while back and did not receive an email about the SJT. I logged onto all hires today and see there is an assignment to do (the SJT). I'm not sure if the 72 hour rule applies or not, would this affect my app?
Did you receive the confirmation email that you submitted the app? The SJT test is referenced there.
 

legalxp2

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This happened to me last year too - I think you have to complete it within 3 days otherwise they withdraw your application.
would I be able to tell if they withdrew my app? the SJT is still there and I am planning on doing it even thoughts very much been over the 3 days (I applied months ago lol). my app still says pending under it on all hires
 
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g.cl.2020344

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would I be able to tell if they withdrew my app? the SJT is still there and I am planning on doing it even thoughts very much been over the 3 days (I applied months ago lol). my app still says pending under it on all hires
Mine is the same! I never got notified of the SJT, gonna do it today and hope that my app is still valid. Maybe be like OC where you just have to do the assessment before the application window closes
 

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Does anyone know if Hogan Lovells has A Level requirements? Some sites are saying AAB and some sites have only listed 2.1 requirement. If they do, is it a hard requirement (if you don’t have this you won’t progress/stand a chance) or are they known to be lenient?
Legal cheek says AAB. However, this is just from what I’ve heard (so I’d take it like a pinch of salt because I’m not 100% sure) but I think if you have like ABB for example you will be fine if you have ofc a 2:1 and a strong application.
 

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Does anyone know if Hogan Lovells has A Level requirements? Some sites are saying AAB and some sites have only listed 2.1 requirement. If they do, is it a hard requirement (if you don’t have this you won’t progress/stand a chance) or are they known to be lenient?

Hey @Zaraa.x , yes it’s AAB, per our list here; https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/law-firms-a-level-requirements-list.9082/

I suspect for degree requirements it’ll always be a 2:1 or better, and mitigating circumstances will be taken to account.
 

Zaraa.x

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Legal cheek says AAB. However, this is just from what I’ve heard (so I’d take it like a pinch of salt because I’m not 100% sure) but I think if you have like ABB for example you will be fine if you have ofc a 2:1 and a strong application.
That makes sense! Thank you - I’ll also confirm with grad rec because the website is silent on grades.
 

Amma Usman

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Hi everyone,
does anyone know how long is ideal for the S & C cover letter? I'm at about 950 words which I can squeeze into one page at font nine but it feels too long. They don't have any guidance on their website but considering what other firms like S & M say, surely this is too long?

Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks

Hey @C_AJH , I usually aimed for 650 words or around that 500-word mark. I found that this had helped me to go straight into my motivations, cut out flowery words, and it was these applications I ended up being most successful with. A longer word count may be permitted, but ensure you prioritise conciseness with how you communicate your motivations and competencies. You are right in suggesting that this policy differs between firms. For example, Jones Day has a 300 word limit and this is highlighted in their application form. For firms which this isn’t, I’d say aim for lower than 950 words just to be safe.
 

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