Recent content by codytrainee

  1. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    “What is your understanding of how a business generates and maintains a profit? (Please provide examples)" Any one got any ideas on how to approach this question? Would you look at it from a law firm’s perspective or businesses in general? I don’t know if it would be better if I used examples...
  2. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    It would start in 2026. I did ask about the SQE and funding for it and they said it was something they were discussing but if I stayed with them as a paralegal, they would be able to offer some form of funding if I did a part-time SQE in September 2025.
  3. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I did the TW VS this cycle and didn’t convert it sadly. So maybe it’s a bit harsh to say “unsuccessful” but I suppose if it doesn’t end in a TC it maybe could be regarded as such :( Like I think maybe that shows I should aim higher but a TC is a TC and I’m also not in the position to be picky.
  4. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi everyone, I have a bit of a predicament at the moment and wondered if anyone could give some advice. I’ve applied for VSs for three cycles now and have sadly been unsuccessful. However, today I was offered a TC by the firm I’ve been a paralegal at for the past year. I really like the...
  5. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Guess we’ve got no W&C updates? I’m going to phone shortly I think given it’s now been close to 6 weeks (and know some did their ACs start of March). It’s frankly ridiculous it takes this long.
  6. C

    Hi! I still haven't and it's been about 5 weeks now. I would probably advise calling next week...

    Hi! I still haven't and it's been about 5 weeks now. I would probably advise calling next week (that's my plan) if you're still waiting.
  7. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Did my AC mid March and still haven’t heard anything. You?
  8. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Here is my daily “has anyone heard from W&C post AC” post. It’s been 6 weeks now and they said they would get back after a week. Is anyone else in a similar position? Feel like a PFO is inevitable if it takes that long.
  9. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone heard back from W&C yet post AC for the SVS? I did my AC almost 4 weeks ago now and know some have been waiting longer. They said I should hear back within a week so it’s getting frustrating.
  10. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    TAYLOR WESSING VS!!
  11. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    100% not. I'm still waiting but I know people who had their ACs this week and still think they have more to do. I imagine they hand out some as they go through but may wait until the end. I didn't finish the written exercise and one of my sections was way too short, so I know it's a PFO. But...
  12. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thanks Jessica :) Would you say it’s common for people not to finish written exercises? I would say I tried to bring in my own commercial knowledge and what I put was accurate, it just had a weak ending. As an aside, is the interview part of the AC generally weighted more heavily than the...
  13. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I had a written exercise a few days ago, and I completely ran out of time. I felt like my first section was fine, but my second was far weaker, and it wrapped up quickly. I did a brief conclusion, but don't think it was that impactful. Will this reflect poorly and likely hurt my chances of...
  14. C

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone had an assessment centre at W&C and still not heard back? Did mine the first week of March and they said they'd get back to me at the end of the following week. It's been 3 weeks now and still nothing. Should I phone?
See more

About Us

The Corporate Law Academy (TCLA) was founded in 2018 because we wanted to improve the legal journey. We wanted more transparency and better training. We wanted to form a community of aspiring lawyers who care about becoming the best version of themselves.

Newsletter

Discover the most relevant business news, access our law firm analysis, and receive our best advice for aspiring lawyers.

    Share this page

    Community platform by XenForo® © 2010-2022 XenForo Ltd. | Style and add-ons by ThemeHouse | Community services from Audentio
    XenCarta 2 PRO © Jason Axelrod of 8WAYRUN
    Top Bottom