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  1. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Random food for thought… There is a quiet moment before every decision that matters. A breath held between what is and what could be. In that very little space, the mind races… measuring risk, weighing failure, crafting excuses so elegantly they almost sound like logic. It’s tempting to stay...
  2. Amma Usman

    Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    Hey, Most universities have legal advice clinics. They are usually really open to having volunteers. Most local magistrates courts and other courts as well enable you to gain experience. You could check the websites of local courts close to you, send people messages on LinkedIn, etc...
  3. Amma Usman

    Paul Hastings - Summer Vacation Scheme 2025

    Hey, From what I have gauged from their website, it is unlikely candidates are assessed for training contracts via the Phirst steps scheme. However, I believe participation it in will certainly give you an edge when applying for their direct TC next cycle. I recommend emailing GR to confirm this.
  4. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yaaay huge congratulations! We hope you celebrate well….very well deserved!
  5. Amma Usman

    Norton Rose Fulbright Training Contract (Non-Rolling)

    Thanks for bringing this to our attention!
  6. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This is a really cool question. If I were to answer it during my cycle, I would probably touch on some of the following (which are still prevalent)… Opportunities 1. Middle East & Asia-Pacific expansion (Growing deal activity, sovereign wealth funds) 2. Private credit & direct lending...
  7. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey there! From personal experience and general industry traits, you really don’t need to have gone to an event at a firm to succeed in applying to them. You may have gone to one by another firm (maybe an online webinar or an open day) and reference similarities in their work, which sparked your...
  8. Amma Usman

    Training Contract journey of an International candidate

    Perfect ! Best of luck. You’ll smash it… can’t wait to follow your journey as it progresses! ;)
  9. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I totally get how tough it can be. During my own cycle, every PFO just became an excuse to treat myself. A good dessert or a spicy meal always lifted my mood, and if that didn’t do the trick, I’d sleep it off. By the time I woke up, I’d remind myself that rejection is just a phase everyone has...
  10. Amma Usman

    Training Contract journey of an International candidate

    Love to see this! So exciting… keep going! ;) Re the references, I‘d recommend letting them all know as soon as possible, stating presumed deadlines and seeing whether they have capacity - cause these tend to take a lot of time to get from professors/working professionals, etc.
  11. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey. I’ve quoted your post on that thread. Hope you find it useful. The excel sheet one of our members also drafted which is on the thread as well, is helpful too.
  12. Amma Usman

    Firms that do not require the WG

    Off the top of my head (if my memory serves me right), I have included a short list below. Travers Smith Gibson Dunn Greenberg Traurig Jones Day Paul Hastings
  13. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    There’s a relatively recent (2023) thread on the forum regarding this. I have linked it here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/firms-that-do-not-require-the-wg.8071/
  14. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yep, that’s totally normal and fine! I would not worry about it too much.
  15. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey, This is a really good question. I just wrapped up a module on it last semester which was really interesting. When applying to law firms, competition law often comes up in case studies. One of the key issues is whether a deal can go through without violating competition rules. If a company...
  16. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Taking a sip of water during an interview can be beneficial as it provides a natural pause, allowing you a moment to gather your thoughts before responding to a question. This brief pause can help ensure that your answers are well-structured and articulate. However, I believe that if done too...
  17. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    In situations like this, I usually ask for a moment to think. This helps me gather my thoughts and not go straight into the pressures of answering immediately, where I may otherwise waffle. Another thing is to just take a sip of water. I wouldn’t take the sip of water too often though, as this...
  18. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Very well done on the AC! I have included some tips below; Presentation: If it’s presenting on a business topic or advice to a client (I presume this would be the case), you would need to consider the pros and cons/ benefits or challenges, of the given topic at hand. At the end, a...
  19. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’ve included Andrei’s really great guide here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/a-complete-guide-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/#post-201181
  20. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This is amazing news, congratulations! I’ve included some tips below; Speak with members of the firm, including future trainees, trainees, lawyers, etc, to get to know more about the firm and their experiences. Schedule coffee chats with people working in departments you’d like to learn more...

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