Recent content by Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
For anyone that may be interested, this is an excellent and extremely detailed guide on the SQE by one of our members @average_jo123 - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/sqe-tell-all-all-questions-welcome.9641/ Thank you for sharing all your experiences and being such a...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
What was the wording included in the email which was sent with the test? In any case, I usually submit these tests a day earlier just to be safe. Also email GR to confirm - just to flag there may be some delays in them getting back to you as it is a busy time for firms given VS’ and all.- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
This is extremely informative and straight to the point! ;) thank you @FM302989- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
This makes me SO HAPPY! Yay - huge congrats! ;)- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Hey, which practice tests are these? Perhaps I’ll be able to help better once confirmed.- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
If you’re looking for general VI tips, this thread will help greatly - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/a-complete-guide-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
I agree with @SamiyaJ - apply apply apply! ;)- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Hey, This depends on the firm - you’re right. For example, I know Jones Day contacts referees before the first stage interview (to the best of my knowledge). Though for most firms usually this will be prior to any onboarding process/ not long before you start the role/ vocational courses...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Yep! I have seen many people with no immediate ties to the UK succeed in applications. Law firms value geographical diversity. Just be prepared to be asked the question of why law in the UK at an international firm, and not your home country. This question is often asked as law firms want to...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Some past tips for SJTs - attached to this post.- Amma Usman
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Grades and applications
Just to add, for most law firms, grades are looked at holistically, not individually. So if you have a 2:1 overall for example, but only a couple of 2:2s, then you still meet the overall degree requirement anyway.- Amma Usman
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Grades and applications
I do not believe a couple of 2:2’s will be so detrimental to your application, as law firms understand these things happen and there is a mitigating circumstances section in most applications where you can disclose this. I’m aware that Slaughter and May has certain academic expectations. While...- Amma Usman
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Anyone applied for JMW Inspire Work Experience Summer 2025 ? If so, have you heard back yet ?
If the scheme is some weeks into July and there’s no additional application stage like an interview, then it may be slightly reasonable to have not heard back yet. They could just be getting back next week or so. Was the application for it rolling when you applied in May?- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
This is really good advice. I agree with the notebook point - you never know who may stop you on your way to somewhere to assign you work. And as opposed to going back regularly and asking for clarification, if you’ve got a notebook, the key details are already contained.- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I’ve made this guide which should help - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/guide-to-identifying-a-law-firm’s-competitors.9422/ It covers all the details you need to address this step by step. If you’ve got any questions, let me know. As for Linklaters, TCLA has a Law Firms...- Amma Usman
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