TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
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Hogan Lovells’ DTCs are pretty limited. Don’t worry if you were rejected. Paul Hastings probably has more DTCs. To name just one other firm.
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Did you get an AC invite? I'm just curious if they have been sent out. Thank you
anyone who has taken bakers' test, is it like last year or have they changed the format entirely? thanks
I was rejected after the WG.Did you get an AC invite? I'm just curious if they have been sent out. Thank you
Guys after this application cycle I am very confused... What are considered to be good extracurriculars? Do you need to have a summer internship in renowned banking/consulting/financial service firms, and does it still count if it's not in the UK? Also do you need to do something really niche like walking for a fashion show or something?
(It's just everyone is telling me not to be a boring candidate and I have no idea how not to be viewed as boring by the GradRec.)
(It's just everyone is telling me not to be a boring candidate and I have no idea how not to be viewed as boring by the GradRec.)
I honestly think that literally anything is 'good', it's just how you speak about it. I believe that drawing out the skills/ things you've learnt from any form of experience is a skill in itself that gets tested by firms/grad rec etc
For the Orrick TC application, there is a question asking "Have you used AI in preparing your application? If so, how? If not, why not?". How would I approach answering this question? Thanks.
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It really doesn't matter what the extracurricular activity is - what you need to demonstrate from the extracurriculars you do are commitment/dedication, having impact within them and transferable skills gained. But whether it is sports, arts, volunteering, faith/politics, academic/intellectual, community-led, or something just fun, it really doesn't matter - I have seen ultimate frisbee and cheerleading to be as (and sometimes more) impressive as "traditional" extracurriculars like mooting and writing for legal journals.
You definitely don't need a summer internship in banking, consulting or financial services. If anything such roles could bring into question why you want a career in law. It is not that they should be avoided, but they aren't going to automatically make your application stronger.
It doesn't matter if your work experience is in the UK or not. However, if your experience is predominately outside of the UK, I would recommend weaving in "why commercial law in the UK specifically" into your motivational answers in applications and interviews.
You don't need anything unique at the same time. Lots of people have very "traditional" profiles that are very similar from candidate to candidate. Its really about highlighting your individual impact and success in your activities as this is what makes you unique.
Has anyone received any confirmation/ automated feedback after Kingley Napley's test?
Does anyone here have any insight at all on the King & Spalding final panel partner interview round? I feel like ive explored every bit of the internet and can barely find anything at all
Hi, how long did it take to receive this. I gave the test two hours back but didn’t automatically get a report until now!
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From ashurst (received automatically)
We are writing to you with an update on your application for our Direct Training Contract 2027/2028. Our application process closed on Friday, 28 March at 12.00 pm and our team are now reviewing all applications. We aim to contact all candidates by Friday, 06 June 2025 at the latest to give an update on your application progress.
We are writing to you with an update on your application for our Direct Training Contract 2027/2028. Our application process closed on Friday, 28 March at 12.00 pm and our team are now reviewing all applications. We aim to contact all candidates by Friday, 06 June 2025 at the latest to give an update on your application progress.
Hi everyone,
I have been invited to a final interview with Harbottle and Lewis for a TC and would appreciate any advice on how to prepare. It is a 1 hour interview with 2 partners.
I have been invited to a final interview with Harbottle and Lewis for a TC and would appreciate any advice on how to prepare. It is a 1 hour interview with 2 partners.
I assume it’s a ‘stop emailing us for updates’ email but successful candidates will hear soon?
I can only speak from my experience having applied for the WVS, but usually the date they give is the day they send out their PFOs. 🥲
Since the deadline was 3+ weeks ago, I think they have finished reviewing applications now and will begin inviting to next stages. 🙂
Best of luck to everyone who has applied to Ashurst for their DTC. I hope you guys all hear back with positive news soon. 😅
Since the deadline was 3+ weeks ago, I think they have finished reviewing applications now and will begin inviting to next stages. 🙂
Best of luck to everyone who has applied to Ashurst for their DTC. I hope you guys all hear back with positive news soon. 😅
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