TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

[studentgrad]

Off topic but would CVs for paralegal positions have to be 1-page like in finance?
Or could you have a 2 page CV?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Off topic but would CVs for paralegal positions have to be 1-page like in finance?
Or could you have a 2 page CV?

2 pages is fine for paralegal roles too.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

@Jessica Booker or anyone else who knows, how come some firms have law-only intakes and (most) others don't?

Which firms do you mean?

 

[norothrow324]

Got this from Dentons, sounds like they will be responding in batches.

Thank you for your interest in Dentons.



We are reviewing a high volume of submitted applications. This is done on a rolling basis, and we aim to get back to all candidates as soon as we are able to.



I can confirm you haven't missed any communications from us. You don't need to take any action right now, and we hope to update you shortly.



We appreciate your patience and if you have any questions in the meantime, please let me know.



Kind regards

Dentons Early Careers Team

 

[FTS209990]

Hi @Jessica Booker - do you mind if I private message you for advice? (I’d have to share some personal information)

 

[PSharon]

Does anyone with previous Freshfields experience know the timeline?

 

[Wannabe_Lawyer]

PFO from Sullivan & Cromwell

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Hi @Jessica Booker - do you mind if I private message you for advice? (I’d have to share some personal information)

Please feel free to PM me. I can advise if I can respond once I have seen your message.

 

[desperateTCseeker1998]

has anyone else not heard from Morgan Lewis post app

 

[Arvee Specktour]

has anyone else not heard from Morgan Lewis post app

I hadn't, but then I received a PFO yesterday 😢

 

[desperateTCseeker1998]

I hadn't, but then I received a PFO yesterday 😢

I didn't get one yet... wasn't expecting to hear yet but has thrown me that people have been rejected and offered interviews

 

[EzeLaylor]

Sullcrom anyone?? I heard that some people are getting holding emails

BCLP Financial Services TC PFO 😢 and Sullcrom holding email

 

[LB24]

Finally BCLP PFO!

 

[Madeline186]

I have recently accepted a tc offer following a successful vs (still in disbelief!). Even though I got the tc I’d still like feedback on the tests just out of curiosity really but they have only sent feedback to unsuccessful candidates.

How do you think it would seem if I ask for feedback? I am concerned that it may come across as just looking for praise when I’m really just curious!

@Jessica Booker do you have any thoughts on this?

 

[Eeeazyyy8]

BCLP pfo 🥲

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

I have recently accepted a tc offer following a successful vs (still in disbelief!). Even though I got the tc I’d still like feedback on the tests just out of curiosity really but they have only sent feedback to unsuccessful candidates.

How do you think it would seem if I ask for feedback? I am concerned that it may come across as just looking for praise when I’m really just curious!

@Jessica Booker do you have any thoughts on this?

Yes - you can still ask them for the feedback. It is something firms will be used to getting requests for.

 

[law25601]

has anyone heard back from the slater and gordon AC?

 

[_shims_]

Hi everyone. I am applying for a direct training contract at Payne Hicks Beach, and the only application question on the form is: 'Please write a short statement in support of your application (600 words)'

I was thinking of writing equal parts of why law, why PHB and why me (basically the standard cover letter structure). I just wanted to confirm whether my approach is okay, or since it's a personal statement, I should focus more on me and less on the firm.

Thanks for your help!

 

[adrk1234]

Anyone who has re-applied for Hogan Lovells in the second TC phase (Current June-July App), have you heard back from application or WG test yet?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Hi everyone. I am applying for a direct training contract at Payne Hicks Beach, and the only application question on the form is: 'Please write a short statement in support of your application (600 words)'

I was thinking of writing equal parts of why law, why PHB and why me (basically the standard cover letter structure). I just wanted to confirm whether my approach is okay, or since it's a personal statement, I should focus more on me and less on the firm.

Thanks for your help!

I think your approach is the right one. Depending on the other evidence in your application, you may need less of the "why law" (for instance, this doesn't necessarily need a lot of focus if you have studied law and worked in the profession before, compared to someone who may have not studied the subject and has less experience with the sector) which could then allow you to focus more on the "why you" and "why the firm" - to me the latter is very important though, you need to explain your motivations for the firm specifically and why they are a good fit for your career aspirations.