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  1. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @Zaraa.x I highly recommend the LittleLaw piece as a high-level overview of the recent executive orders on DEI. While I generally avoid DEI and ESG topics in interviews, I've had mentees who've mentioned that this issue has indeed come up during their assessment centre interviews...
  2. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @sc13 I did the video interview in 2023, so things may have changed slightly since then. At the time, the questions were a fairly even mix of commercial and competency-based ones. You can expect some commercial awareness questions that are directly relevant to the firm, alongside more...
  3. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @Defnefresko It sounds like you're on the right track :) It’s not necessarily a bad idea to mention a specific ultra-high-net-worth client, but the key is to ensure you can clearly articulate how the firm could advise them and why introducing that client would make for interesting work...
  4. Ram Sabaratnam

    Michelmores Vac Scheme

    Hiya @Legallywhatever I've just spoken to a friend of mine who applied to Michelmores during the last application cycle. I've tried to put some thoughts together based on what she mentioned to me, and I hope this is useful to you. Michelmores is a strong regional firm with a presence in...
  5. Ram Sabaratnam

    Vacation Schemes Applications 2024-25

    Hiya @JR8 If you haven't already done so, you might find more responses on this thread. I've linked you there so you can check for any updates. Hope that helps and hope you hear back from Ashurst and Latham soon :)
  6. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @Katy12345 The live video interview should be the final stage before the vacation scheme (this was definitely the case during the 2022-23 cycle and the year after that). You're absolutely right - the group exercise and written exercise will be assessed during the vacation scheme itself...
  7. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hiya @anonymouscatboy If I remember correctly, Freshfields doesn’t release the pass mark or any feedback report for their Watson Glaser test. I believe this was intentional to maintain fairness across all applicants. This policy might have changed, but I distinctly remember being told this by...
  8. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @AS24 Great question! I'm sure @Andrei Radu and @Amma Usman could add more here, but I tend to approach this question much like I would "Why Me?" in a cover letter. I think the key is to make your response personal, specific, and relevant to the firm. I'd also try to incorporate vivid or...
  9. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @Chris Brown Based on discussions with Paul Hastings future trainees, last year was the first time they ran the work experience scheme. I'm told they interviewed a lot of direct TC applicants as well. It seems like they may allow people to reapply for the direct TC if they weren’t...
  10. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @SteinsGate If the interview is still similar to previous years, it will likely be with two senior fee earners and cover a mix of commercial, motivational, and competency-based questions. When preparing, I think it’s worth thinking about the key sectors that Goodwin’s London office is...
  11. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @ish12345 I wanted to give you some thoughts to consider for the Macfarlanes assessment centre. Keep in mind that this summary relates to their direct training contract assessment from two application cycles ago. Nevertheless, I hope my summary of the assessment centre is helpful to you...
  12. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hiya @pleasepleaseplease @Jessica Booker might have a different view on this, but I don’t think this is something that would count against you. In my experience, firms generally want candidates to be able to complete their assessments without technical barriers getting in the way. I'd...
  13. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    THANK YOU @Jessica Booker
  14. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @tcla02 Congrats on getting the NRF interview! I think with the right prep, you’ll be in a strong position. The video interview (which used to be a telephone interview) usually involves graduate recruitment asking a set list of questions. I think the key is to answer in a clear...
  15. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @member7830 I just wanted to add to what @Jessica Booker rightly said. I don't think it’s a stupid question at all, but how you frame it can make a big difference. I think the key is to give it some context so that it feels more like a thoughtful discussion rather than just a...
  16. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @harris100 Well done on getting to the Akin AC! I did the Akin AC during the very first cycle in which they first introduced a full-blown assessment centre and I’m happy to share my experience and give you (and anyone else) some guidance on preparation. When I went through it, there were...
  17. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @corporatelore (and also to others who've already asked me, including @James Wakefield) First off, well done to everyone who has made it to this stage! Just wanted to add some Cooley-related information to the excellent response by @Andrei Radu. As I'm sure you'll already know, the Cooley...
  18. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @Chelsea101 I'm sure @Amma Usman and @Andrei Radu would have more to add here, but it's absolutely fine to mention your vacation scheme, and I’d really actually encourage you to do so. Many candidates at the AC may be in a similar position, and what matters most is how you frame your...
  19. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @suhana I completely agree with response by @Amma Usman , particularly her point about potentially being pressed on your application answer during your interview. One additional point to consider is that firms and industries are constantly evolving. Between submitting your application and...
  20. Ram Sabaratnam

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hiya @LiveLaughLawyer @Jessica Booker would definitely have more insight on this, but it might be worth reaching out to graduate recruitment for clarification. You could send them a quick email asking if they can confirm your application status. I’ve not come across that specific portal update...

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