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Recent content by Aspiring_CommercialLawyer2026
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My (ongoing) TC Journey
Hi! I am sorry to hear about Reed Smith - you’re absolutely right that the process can feel disheartening, especially when you’re putting in so much effort in and feedback you receive is contrary to how you felt an assessment went (I had my share of pessimism after getting rejected by firms...- Aspiring_CommercialLawyer2026
- Post #15
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! This is a question where there is not a one size fits all answer. Whilst it should always be your intention to make applications consisting of high quality responses, aiming for perfection may be negatively impacting your energy levels and ability to submit other applications. With that...- Aspiring_CommercialLawyer2026
- Post #9,746
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I would just keep it skills focused. Do mention what you did on the scheme (i.e. what departments you sat in) and what you took away from it, This could be insights gained from the scheme or particular examples from workshops or masterclasses held on the scheme alongside skills you...- Aspiring_CommercialLawyer2026
- Post #9,735
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
HI! You’re absolutely right that the process can feel exhausting and disheartening, especially when you’re putting in so much effort in and not receiving much feedback. (I had my share of pessimism at the process after getting rejected by firms I had poured so much effort into applying to)...- Aspiring_CommercialLawyer2026
- Post #9,730
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! Congratulations on receiving a written exercise invite! I have outlined some general advice below. Practice timed writing - pick a recent business or news article, summarise the points in a structured way with a clear conclusion summarising your findings. Use a clear structure - a crucial...- Aspiring_CommercialLawyer2026
- Post #9,721
- Forum: Applications Discussion