• 📅 Vacation Scheme Applications 2025–26

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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    That is awesome! Congratulations :) When did you apply? and when did you hear back about your AC?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Just submitted my first application this cycle! Put way more effort and thought into it than last year. Feeling optimistic. Onto the next. Let's go!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    For the A&O Shearman application - is anyone able to share the video interview questions for the TC? Or is it something the firm does not disclose? would appreciate some clarity on that!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Any advice on how to tailor CV for Slaughter and May?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is it okay if I haven't sent any applications yet? I've written answers for 2-3 applications, been researching firms and writing up my CV. I do part-time work and have law school classes as well. I do plan to send 2 applications this week as they are almost there. I have a legal internship...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi everyone, Taylor Wessing asks for a cover letter this cycle (as far as I remember there wasn't any last time) - any tips for that? because the app also has questions that cover some stuff.
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    Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2024-25 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

    thank you, Amma!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    oh no! I was really hoping to apply to DLA :(
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Is it worth applying to DLA Piper’s Direct TC considering they prefer trainees from their summer internship? (I’m an international student and they don’t sponsor visas)
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    Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2024-25 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

    Hey, I don't see a similar list for TCs but here's the discussion thread: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/tcla-direct-training-contract-applications-discussion-thread-2024-5.8977/ I would appreciate it if someone shared the TC deadlines thread as well :) Thanks!
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    International students applying for TC please enter this thread;)

    oh, that's quite interesting. I'm starting my 2nd application cycle this year! I'm applying for a few VS and multiple TCs this year. I'm planning to increase the number of apps I put in this year. Where are you in the applying process?
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    Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2024-25 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

    Is there a similar thread for 2024-25 direct TC ?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Anyone yet to hear from Ashurst?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Is there anyone who hasn't heard from Goodwin yet? App deadline was 15th Dec, 2023.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I've applied to 8-9 firms this cycle and haven't progressed to the next stage on any of them. I'm an international student due to graduate in 2025. I'm considering updating my approach to applications and looking for inspiration from all of you. What do you do when you feel stuck? When you...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Skadden PFO. They said they received a huge number of exceptional apps :(
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Can I add forage work exp in the work exp section of my application or if I've mentioned it in my answers, I can skip that?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    What would be your top tips for the Willkie app? anything you'd like to highlight that's worth noting? :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    What would be your top tips for the Willkie app? anything you'd like to highlight that's worth noting? :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Has anyone heard from TW? Not sure if I should email them. I applied on the deadline (1st). (SVS) On my portal it says - we are currently reviewing all applications (13/12)

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