TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[Amma Usman]

Finally have a TC offer! Just wanted to tell everyone to keep their heads up! I persisted long and hard hours and it's all been worth it in the end! Thank you so much to all of the TCLA community and to the many friends that have privately messaged me and exchanged advice (you know who you are), I will endeavour my best to pass my knowledge

This makes me SO HAPPY! Yay - huge congrats!

 

[Amma Usman]

'Why x firm?'

I was drawn to the work of x firm's [DEPARTMENT] when I collaborated with [NAME] on [DEAL]. I was impressed with their collaborative spirit, knowledge and creative ways we reached the deadline to our respective clients' satisfaction. From my experience here, I can see x firm as an excellent environment for me to learn and grow as a lawyer

This is extremely informative and straight to the point! thank you @FM302989

 

[Amma Usman]

Hi all, do I need to finish the Macfarlanes test by midnight today or a week from today if I just received it? Thank you!!

What was the wording included in the email which was sent with the test?

In any case, I usually submit these tests a day earlier just to be safe. Also email GR to confirm - just to flag there may be some delays in them getting back to you as it is a busy time for firms given VS’ and all.

 

[Amma Usman]

For anyone that may be interested, this is an excellent and extremely detailed guide on the SQE by one of our members @average_jo123 - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/sqe-tell-all-all-questions-welcome.9641/

Thank you for sharing all your experiences and being such a positive force in the forums!

 

[lizliczs]

Anyone heard back from Browne Jacobson post TI? I was told we would hear back w/c 23rd

Have you heard yet ?

 

[Law_APP]

Anything from Fried Frank as yet about the final round? They said Friday (today)

 

[lawelmo]

Have you heard yet ?

Nothing

 

[SarahB3]

If you’re looking for general VI tips, this thread will help greatly - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy....de-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/

Thank you

 

[SamiyaJ]

Can someone (who also does well in WG tests) please treat me as a 3 year old child and explain in very plain English about their understanding of each section of WG and what I should look out for?

I’ve read so much on it and been practicing but I feel so stupid as things are still not clicking.

 

[SamiyaJ]

Hi Amma,

I’m more after commercial awareness/recent developments in the sector!

Hi @Amma Usman just bumping this up!

 

[Tintin06]

Can someone (who also does well in WG tests) please treat me as a 3 year old child and explain in very plain English about their understanding of each section of WG and what I should look out for?

I’ve read so much on it and been practicing but I feel so stupid as things are still not clicking.

I can’t but this guide does: https://www.how2become.com/critical-thinking-tests/.

 

[Tintin06]

How to delete our account here?

 

[pleasepleaseplease]

Is there a point applying to Stephenson Harwood DTC? Does anyone know how many trainees they recruit via that route and if it is rolling or non-rolling? Thanks

 

[lizliczs]

Nothing

At least we are all in the same boat! Must just be having delays

 

[lawzade02]

Has anyone heard back from WFW post-app? I applied recently, and they were reviewing on a rolling basis, so I am afraid that I may have applied too late.

 

[Amma Usman]

Is there a point applying to Stephenson Harwood DTC? Does anyone know how many trainees they recruit via that route and if it is rolling or non-rolling? Thanks

I believe I know of a couple of people that have gotten TCs through this route at the firm. If a firm wouldn’t recruit many people via that route/ or even one person at all, the portal will close and a notice will be sent out to applicants letting them know.

The way I also like to see situations like this is - for example, even if they are recruiting just one person… it could be you right?

Have that mindset and throw that application in!

As for SH specifically, it says “We review applications on a rolling basis but never make offers to fill all our places before the application deadline.”

Link here - https://www.shlegal-futuretalent.com/faqs

 

[farrow]

How to delete our account here?

Yeah I had a quick look, no idea tho.

 

[Amma Usman]

How to delete our account here?

Hi @Tintin06. I have followed up with this via PM.

 

[Amma Usman]

Hi Amma,

I’m more after commercial awareness/recent developments in the sector!

Hey, that’s great to hear! These links should help.

https://www.ft.com/content/d614416a-1ee2-44da-b6c4-fa4b064d6349

Spy ships, cyber-attacks and shadow fleets: the crack security team braced for trouble at sea

As international tensions mount and hackers grow more sophisticated and audacious, the Nordic Maritime Cyber Resilience Centre is constantly monitoring the global threat of war, terror and piracy

www.theguardian.com

https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solutions/2025/04/11/shipping-carbon-tax-global-agreement-climate/

 

[yk1906]

Any updates from Dentons...?