TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[lawyersum]

Do people use "drafting" or "draughting" in their answers? I know "draughting" is the correct British English spelling but it just looks so weird, and I don't know if it's actually that common practice?

As a British English person, ‘drafting’ is the correct way to spell it in almost all circumstances. Never heard anybody use or say the word ‘draughting’ in modern day context, so really be careful with that one! Hope this helps

 

[shreyachopra1]

has dentons made any AC invites yet?

 

[ashwright]

Do people use "drafting" or "draughting" in their answers? I know "draughting" is the correct British English spelling but it just looks so weird, and I don't know if it's actually that common practice?

I use 'drafting'. The only circumstances where I have seen 'draught' used are either in reference to windiness or a draughting table. Either way, I have not seen the verb form used in quite some time.

The OED seems to agree that 'to draught' is rarely used, even in British English:

"Even in British English, use of the spelling draught is now rare, although it is still occasionally found, chiefly in [the verb form]. The loss of the spelling distinction in the verb (but not the noun) probably results from the fact that the senses of the verb in which draught might have been preferred are much less common than the others." [emphasis added]

As the OED says, 'to draught' is occasionally still used. A recent example can be found in a piece in The Guardian from 2014:
""My partners all draw like a dream," grins Rogers, who is open about his dyslexia and poor draughting skills..."

In sum, it is perfectly legitimate to use 'to draught'. However, it is highly uncommon.

 

[Shandy101]

Did anyone who got the Goodwin VI apply close to the deadline?

I applied 14/12 2 days b4 the deadline.

 

[AlegalA]

As a British English person, ‘drafting’ is the correct way to spell it in almost all circumstances. Never heard anybody use or say the word ‘draughting’ in modern day context, so really be careful with that one! Hope this helps

I use 'drafting'. The only circumstances where I have seen 'draught' used are either in reference to windiness or a draughting table. Either way, I have not seen the verb form used in quite some time.

The OED seems to agree that 'to draught' is rarely used, even in British English:

"Even in British English, use of the spelling draught is now rare, although it is still occasionally found, chiefly in [the verb form]. The loss of the spelling distinction in the verb (but not the noun) probably results from the fact that the senses of the verb in which draught might have been preferred are much less common than the others." [emphasis added]

As the OED says, 'to draught' is occasionally still used. A recent example can be found in a piece in The Guardian from 2014:
""My partners all draw like a dream," grins Rogers, who is open about his dyslexia and poor draughting skills..."

In sum, it is perfectly legitimate to use 'to draught'. However, it is highly uncommon.

Oh okay perfect thank you! It came up underlined in red in a grammar checker so I googled it and it said "drafting" was American English and "draughting" was British English so I was just double checking, but "drafting" does look better 😂

 

[ashwright]

Oh okay perfect thank you! It came up underlined in red in a grammar checker so I googled it and it said "drafting" was American English and "draughting" was British English so I was just double checking, but "drafting" does look better 😂

Am*rican English is the bane of my existence 🤣

 

[futureTS03]

Mayer Brown AC Invite!! Any advice on it would be helpful!!

 

[johnnysins]

Same but I didn't get a VI invite so guess its a PFO

I wouldn't write it off yet honestly, I got my Weil VI one week after everyone else did so anything is possible

 

[dm_corporate]

Mayer Brown AC Invite!! Any advice on it would be helpful!!

Congrats, I still haven't heard after first round of tests. How early did you apply / complete test and Job sim?

 

[AlegalA]

Am*rican English is the bane of my existence 🤣

oh mine too 😂😂

 

[Jessica Booker]

Do people use "drafting" or "draughting" in their answers? I know "draughting" is the correct British English spelling but it just looks so weird, and I don't know if it's actually that common practice?

Draughting is not the correct term for writing something. Although draughting is the correct UK English spelling, it has various meanings but none are association with writing. Most of the definitions relate to the movement or air or liquid.

 

[Audric_T]

Hopeful for 2025 - Honestly TCLA has been a Godsend, a blessing with so much useful guidance and support.

I applied for 1 VAC scheme with DLA and managed to secure a place on the summer internship - hopefully, a TC to come.

I accepted an offer and contract for a paralegal role at an international firm.

I hope everyone reaches their goal and target.

 

[Ricky]

Mayer Brown AC Invite!! Any advice on it would be helpful!!

When did you complete the job simulator?


AG voice interview invite! Applied 25/12.

 

[futureTS03]

When did you complete the job simulator?


AG voice interview invite! Applied 25/12.

Hi I completed mine on the 20th December!

Congrats on the AG voice interview

 

[lolololol]

has anyone heard back from addleshaw goddard mcr office?

 

[futureTS03]

Congrats, I still haven't heard after first round of tests. How early did you apply / complete test and Job sim?

Applied 29/10
Job sim 20/12

 

[dm_corporate]

Applied 29/10
Job sim 20/12

Do you think I applied too late ( 23/11, completed tests - 11/12, heard nothing after )

 

[Ricky]

Hi I completed mine on the 20th December!

Congrats on the AG voice interview

Thank you.

Ah, okay, I did mine on the 18th 😭.

 

[Tclarocks123]

How long does Simmons give you to complete the tests ? ie is it before the deadline or after you submit?

 

[fcac98]

Hopeful for 2025 - Honestly TCLA has been a Godsend, a blessing with so much useful guidance and support.

I applied for 1 VAC scheme with DLA and managed to secure a place on the summer internship - hopefully, a TC to come.

I accepted an offer and contract for a paralegal role at an international firm.

I hope everyone reaches their goal and target.

I've been struggling securing a paralegal position, despite applying to a lot of firms. Do you mind if I private messaged you for advice on these applications?