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Recent content by Sonia2004
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! This is usually for things like medical issues impacting academic performance, or like if you have a huge gap in a CV and you want to explain why that's happened e.g family grievances. They don't expect that part to be filled with more information on why you want to join Kirkland.- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! You will get quicker with applications as you write more. So, the first few you might spend a day or two because you don't really understand what you are doing, how to structure, what content is useful etc. But, once you get 3-4 successful applications in, you are able to re-use some of...- Sonia2004
- Post #9,798
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! You will not be penalised, they will not go around checking. They give that time frame in case people are busy and have things like work/uni seminars etc, so just helps in terms of planning time better.- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
It is normal, it is an automatic email sent to everyone, don't worry!- Sonia2004
- Post #9,793
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! Mix of both including commercial questions. Although not exactly this, but something akin to 'Why would a client select us?' 'How can we remain competitive?'- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi, Yes, give it 3-4 working days and then chase up. If it is urgent, then 1 day is fine.- Sonia2004
- Post #9,790
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! The easiest way to answer that question is usually by focusing on what skill is relevant for a trainee. For example, why would organisation be important? Where would that come to use? Think about the typical tasks such as: - Researching (E.g what would you be expected to research...- Sonia2004
- Post #9,786
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Linklater tc application?
Hi! Congratulations on completing the Watson Glazer, it can be so daunting! Typically, they do spend a long time reviewing and then start calling you in for the interview. Please don't be disheartened if you do not get to that stage as it is a MC firm and thus very very competitive. But, they...- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Baker McKenzie Online Assessment
Hi, The assessment is the typical mix of Watson Glazer and Verbal/Numerical reasoning. Best of luck!- Sonia2004
- Post #2
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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How is this work experience section
Hi! These are all really great. A lot of them, such as reading 70 pages of an agreement, and working as a part-time student, shows a lot of qualities that firms look for in their trainees. Here are some tips for improvement: 1. There are many paragraphs, so, I would try to convert each work...- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Do firms ask for school transcripts or just Uni?
Hi! I have done two vac schemes, and neither firm has asked for academic transcript. I think they only ask if you get a TC with them. Even so, they will usually just ask for your University transcript (as some of my friends training at the moment were only asked about their University one).- Sonia2004
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- Forum: General Discussion
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First-year Insight Scheme Application
Hi Iliana, Here are some tips that will help you ensure your application is not generic and becomes very tailored to the firm. Alongside the useful advice Andrei has provided, for 'why x firm' I would also add: 1. Specific partner names. When you mention a deal, if there are notable partners...- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Introduce Yourself Here!
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! The best tip is honestly just to practice out your answers. For example, draft out responses to the typical questions you believe they will ask e.g What distinguishes us from our competitors, how will you add value to the firm, what is unique about our clientele, and basic trainee...- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey! Do you mean their sectors? I would identify a sector first e.g corporate and commercial, and within those sectors, use a practice area e.g banking and finance. This makes it a lot more specific.- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! This can vary according to the firm you are applying to. Usually you can expect any of these: 1. Advising a client = They might give you a scenario where the client is undergoing a M & A Transaction, and has sent an email asking about potential risks they could face. You therefore would...- Sonia2004
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- Forum: Applications Discussion