TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

ashwright

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    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.
     

    AlegalA

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    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 😂
     
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    Jessica Booker

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    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

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    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.
     

    fcac98

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    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?
     

    svb risk management intern

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    Hi TCLA Team! Welcome back :)

    I got an invite to the Kirkland VI (received it 2/01, applied on 31/12), and wanted to know what I can do to prepare for the motivational aspect of the question. I read through @Andrei Radu's guide for competency interview preparation already!

    I understand it is 1 to 1.5 minutes long, and historically, all of my points have taken longer than that to articulate it. Furthermore, I find Kirkland attractive for 2 practice areas and its diversity, but the time limit suggests that 3 points would be difficult to articulate. My general structure is Point-CV Evidence-Analysis of Evidence-Firm specific interest-link. I am not sure if this being too long is the issue, but would love to know what I can do to ensure I get a cohesive answer to Kirkland!

    Other than that, articulating and tone wise, is there anything I can do to make my answer better?

    Thank you in advance!
     

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