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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

pepsicola96

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has anyone done the CMS Insight Programme?

1) what was it like? what sort of things does it entail?

2) on the website, it says you can be fast tracked to an AC for a training contract? am i right in assuming this means in the next cycle, you may get to skip the initial stages and go straight to AC, not that you participate in an an assessment during the scheme/shortly after the scheme like some other firms do?
 

tea

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If I got analysis as my lowest following a combined WG/Cappfinity style exam for a firm does that essentially mean I did badly in the WG section? Not usually the case for me, so would be good to know (I will start practicing WGs again).
it might just be your lowest scoring section - why they've called it your weakness - but comparatively better than other people's strengths! I don't think there's much you can do with analysis reports without numbers :)
 
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Sad_Old_Grad

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he principal reason I want to join DLA Piper is the firm’s supportive and collaborative culture, since during the Summer Associates Programme at DLA Piper Dinu I benefited from the entire team taking an active interest in my development. As I was the only first-year student and the only intern who had not studied Romanian law, senior associates like (lawyer name) spent additional time to explain each task in detail. Another instance was when Counsel (lawyer name) invited me for lunch to discuss my future career goals and allocated me tasks that involved multi-jurisdictional research, enabling me to leverage my English contract law expertise. This continuous support allowed me to perform at a high standard and earn a letter of recommendation from the country’s managing partner.

While attending the ‘A day in the life at DLA Piper’ online presentation, I became convinced that the English offices place just as much emphasis on these values. Natalie Dalton explained that during the pandemic, the firm encouraged people to join periodic online meetings to play social games. The fact that DL

I got their VS in 2019. Happy to help where I can.
I don't suppose I could take you up on this offer?
 

NCTC2025

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    But they would send the test before the deadline if you have a good application right?
    I doubt they've gotten around to reading yours. Not only has it only been four days since you submitted, those four days were Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and today 😭 . Have patience! Good things will come to you soon
     
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    cjwx

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    I hate online tests! I did a test for Trowers, and I got collaboration as an area of weakness... that looks so bad. My former employers have praised me for being a team player, and I love working with other people. Tests are not a good reflection of what someone is like😭

    This is the first time though I didn't get leadership as an area of weakness. I got communication, resilience and adaptability as my strengths which are good but collaboration is SO important.
    Was there loads of maths on the test?
     

    coolpanda

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    I doubt they've gotten around to reading yours. Not only has it only been four days since you submitted, those four days were Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and today 😭 . Have patience! Good things will come to you soon
    Oh I agree 😭😭 but I'm just wondering what to expect. Basically just wondering if because I sent during the holidays, will I be cooked and not get my application reviewed.
     

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