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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Congratulations on the AC. My main tips: This depends on which components you will be assessed on. Competency, situational, and commercial awareness interviews each require different competencies. In the first two, you will need to know your experiences and interests inside and out. This way...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Yes, I believe after the interview is the assessed vacation scheme. I was speaking to someone who mentioned this is the last stage of their process.- Amma Usman
- Post #16,162
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
My main advice for this is to target the firms which have non-rolling deadlines still open. I have linked our VS and TC deadlines thread here. That said, I would not completely give up on applying for VS/TCs at firms which have rolling deadlines also, as you never really know of what could be if...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Thank you for sharing these, @tosin4774 - loving how supportive this community is ;)- Amma Usman
- Post #16,155
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
MY ADVICE TO FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS Before I begin this, I have linked our first-year schemes deadlines tracker here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/first-year-scheme-deadlines-2024-25.9090/ Notice how I didn’t specify law, or non-law first years. This is because over the...- Amma Usman
- Post #16,152
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I suggest that it's important not just to state a weakness but also to demonstrate the steps taken to address it, the progress made, and how its improvement is being measured. That way, it shows self-awareness, proactivity, and a results-driven approach. As for imposter syndrome, it’s a tricky...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
This is great. I have nothing to add really. You could also consider any policy issues/questions raised.- Amma Usman
- Post #2,397
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
You will likely find this useful. It is worth bearing in mind the firm may have adapted these in the current cycle, though generally firms tend to keep certain elements over the years - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/linklaters-vacation-scheme-interview-2021.3425/- Amma Usman
- Post #15,423
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Honestly it’s so easy to feel a mix of thoughts as humans post-interview. However, please stay optimistic and keep going! You got this… ;)- Amma Usman
- Post #15,401
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
In my opinion, this is not a big issue at all. To put it into context, you may have not gone to any event at the firm, and still be able to get a VS at the firm. It certainly helps because the best way to know about the culture of a firm is by directly speaking to those who work there. However...- Amma Usman
- Post #15,397
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I totally get all what you mean. It’s so normal to think of so many stuff like that post-interview. The truth is, you would not be able to gauge or know anything till they release the outcome. I would suggest trying to keep it off your mind and remain positive. Interviews can certainly be a...- Amma Usman
- Post #15,392
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Hi @nyanchan22 , I’m really sorry about the PFO, I know how things like this can hurt as I have certainly been in that situation with firms many times. The best thing I can share which personally helped me every time was to first take a moment to feel what you’re feeling. Taking a moment to...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
@Jaysen has made a post on this in the past which I’ve linked here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/ams/what-i-found-out-about-private-credit.500/- Amma Usman
- Post #15,176
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
I had also just seen they said ‘couldn’t’, so choosing something with similar characteristics (such as legal consultant, working in-house as opposed to private practice (this is interpreting the question as saying private practice commercial lawyer though), compliance officer, document reviewer...- Amma Usman
- Post #2,347
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Hey. Honestly, in my opinion, the career doesn’t even need to be remotely close to law. Seems the law firm just wants to see your personality in this. Though, if I were to answer the question, I would personally choose a career which links to law on an international scale - their clients, for...- Amma Usman
- Post #2,346
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I always take what I see on social media with a pinch of salt. In my opinion, you can get a job in any field you want (not just law), with any existing experience you have. As with any job application, the first question to ask yourself is…how do you sell yourself? The second is, are you...- Amma Usman
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Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*
Hi there. I have gone ahead and approved this for you. Have a lovely day!, Amma- Amma Usman
- Post #182
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*
The highest points on the bar of showcasing demonstrated interest is work - practices. Pro bono and training are quite similar among many firms, so these should come last and in tangent to the firm‘s work. Even as you are highlighting these less specific points, ensure to pick out something the...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Hi there! Welcome to TCLA, we‘re so happy to have you here. Feel free to let us know if you have any questions in the meantime. Best, Amma- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
The truth is, you don’t have to discuss a deal to succeed in an AC. Many firms work on similar deals, so unless the deal you are referencing has a unique aspect to it, then you will find it difficult to show demonstrated interest. If you really want to discuss a deal, you may find it worthwhile...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion