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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Could anyone please share some insight as to what kind of questions we can ask to find out the training structure of different firms? Eg what kind of things should we look out for specifically that make all training contracts different? Thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Does hearing back later compared to other candidates post-VS suggest that I’m further down the ‘maybe/reject’ list? There are already 3 people across the two schemes that the firm organised getting offers since Friday.. I know I should be patient but I’m just wondering whether it is better to...
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    Premium Academy - An Eight Week Virtual Programme

    Hello everyone! My top tip for an application is to really get to know the firm you are apply to. In my opinion, attending the events they hold or even their webinars which are usually free, or speaking to people really helped me to stand out and substantiate the ‘why this law firm’ question...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you so much, George!! I really appreciate your kind words ☺️
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I felt so relieved the moment the firm told me not to worry! And pleased that the firm were willing to explain to me what I would be missing out and assure me that taking a day off will not be detrimental to my chances of securing a TC (I mean, if it gives off a bad impression in any way when I...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @Jessica Booker and @George Maxwell, I've phoned the VS firm! I had an open and honest conversation with the firm saying that I am really, really keen on securing a TC with the firm after meeting them on several occasions but at this point of my career, I really wanted to explore my options...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Got it, thank you so much!! I will give them a ring tomorrow.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you so much @George Maxwell and @Jessica Booker! It really means a lot to have someone/a platform to turn to for advice, especially as someone who has zero experience in dealing with issues like this! One last quick question: is it more appropriate/polite that I email the Grad Rec team...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you for your reply, Jessica! I was thinking to wait until my scheme on Monday so I could speak face to face with the Grad Rec team, but now I think I should call them ahead of the scheme. Thank you for letting me know what I should say in the call - it really is a daunting experience! I...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you for your reply, Jessica. I really appreciate your advice and insight into this. It's just that I feel reluctant to decline the AC invite after coming this far, and on the other hand risking giving a bad impression to the vac scheme firm for asking for a day off. I think I will have...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Thank you so much for your reply! Does this scenario happen a lot and do firms tend to say no to taking days off? And if I decide to ask for the time off, will that affect my chances of getting a TC at the firm? I just wanted to make sure that I consider all relevant factors and weigh the pros...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I have the same issue as SaraK and that is so frustrating :( @Jessica Booker does your advice change if it's a 2-week VS? I have a training contract AC (for firm X, after completing a 1 week placement) coming up that falls on the second last day of my 2-week VS (at firm Y), and the AC dates for...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    While I was at a VS, a few members of the firm I met (inc. the Head of Office) asked if I have other VS lined up in the summer.. I wonder if this is a trick question and should I be honest about having other VS or just give a vague answer that I have applied to a few but havent heard back?
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    Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!

    Hi Paul, Thank you very much for your reply. I look forward to meeting you and learning more about Shearman & Sterling at the Open Day. Kind regards, Ashleigh
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    Ask Shearman & Sterling Anything!

    Hi Paul, First of all, thank you very much for organising the variety of events for us to learn more about Shearman & Sterling. I am grateful to have been offered a place at the Open Day for state school educated students. As I will be making my way back to Birmingham in the evening, I would...
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