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  1. George Maxwell

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @nkji500, I completely understand you wanting ideas on what to do here. It is agonising waiting on a firm to get back to you. Just to clarify, did you notify them after you had taken the test? And are you waiting to know whether or not you have passed the WG or are you just waiting to hear...
  2. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey @AspiringSol, I am really sorry to hear this. I found SJTs frustrating honestly as it feels like there is no 'right' answer. I remember applying to A&O, submitting my application, completing the SJT and being rejected afterwards (meaning no one ever read my application). Wow that was...
  3. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @Melissa2196, Practice the classic "Why you/NRF/commercial law?" questions as much as you can. Revise other general motivation questions too. This can be with friends and family or even in front of a mirror. Telephone interviews are tricky because you obviously cannot see the other person...
  4. George Maxwell

    Shearman & Sterling Vacation Scheme Experience

    Hi @Tiffany Ehimiaghe, Welcome to the forum! It is fantastic to have you here. I assume that you are asking this because you have been invited to the VS at S&S? If so huge congratulations. That's a massive achievement. I know that you asked this question a little while back. However, I am very...
  5. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    @ZaraB this is great advice! Quantifying your evidence/answers is a great way of avoiding sounding vague and wishy-washy in interviews. Rounding off answers (i.e., linking back to yourself) is a great way of demonstrating that you have thought through your responses which is obviously...
  6. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @vacschemeapss, All I would say is not to take this personally. Getting past the application stage is arguably the most arbitrary (and is, to some extent, down to the most luck). Don't let this deter you from your other applications. Do tag me or others in the team (@James Carrabino and...
  7. George Maxwell

    Hello everyone!

    Hi @Plato! Great to see you on the forum! Welcome 🙋‍♂️. I am happy to hear that you find some of the tips on here useful. When I was applying I used TCLA and found it invaluable. As @AvniD touched on, please do feel free to tag any of the team if you have any queries. Do you know which firms...
  8. George Maxwell

    Reed Smith LLP Video Interview

    I just came across this post from @Melissa2196 which might help with strength-based interviews too!
  9. George Maxwell

    Reed Smith LLP Video Interview

    Hi @caitlinayre, Welcome to the forum and congratulations for getting advanced to the VI stage! 🚀 I answered a question about this in the Direct TCs thread here. This contains a link to our free question bank as well as to a thread giving advice on strength-based interviews. Here to answer...
  10. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Congratulations @hellovacschemes (this name made me laugh 😅 ), @jellybelly and @machingkiubrian1234! Do reach out if you would like any help/guidance in advance of your ACs. Definitely check out @Jacob Miller's articles as a start. I interviewed with Slaughters and so did @AvniD so very happy...
  11. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @hhh, Welcome to the forum! I look forward to hearing more from on here 🚀. It is always great to see new members posting! In answer to your question, myself, @Jessica Booker and @AvniD provided some advice on strength-based questions here. I would also recommend checking out TCLA's...
  12. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Ah great that's good to hear! I know these things can be frustrating/stressful so great that you have found a workaround 👊
  13. George Maxwell

    Weekly Application Pitfalls

    Hi @vertikamalviya, I think your question might be answered on this thread. If not, it is probably best to post your question on that thread or another just so others can benefit (and people, besides @James Carrabino, able to help are more likely to see it!). If it helps, in general firms ask...
  14. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @golden99, I do not know for sure, however, given the number of applications firms receive, they are extremely unlikely to do this prior to you being progressed to interview stage, if at all. I personally applied to at least one firm that I had been rejected the year before and was...
  15. George Maxwell

    BPP LPC help. 3Days?

    Hi @Kubed, Apologies if you know what I am about to say already if you have/are currently completing the PGDL! I am currently doing the PGDL currently (at BPP) and I have not been told anything about this officially. However, based on what my tutors at BPP Waterloo said, it sounds unlikely...
  16. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @GXA123, When you say completely blocking you, what do you mean exactly? I would email their GR team to let them know just in case you need to submit an application soon etc. After a quick google, their email, just in case you don't have it is: [email protected] 🚀 Edit: I have...
  17. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @xtinew, Firstly, huge congratulations! That's amazing news. Please do tag me and/or the rest of the team (@AvniD or @James Carrabino) if you would like any help in the lead up to your AC. Secondly, I would just really make sure, even if you have landed by the time you AC is, not to cut it...
  18. George Maxwell

    What am I doing wrong?

    Hi @enjcorps, I am sorry to hear that you are feeling like this. I am pleased, though, that you are reaching out to the community. The forum exists to have discussions like this, so it is lovely to see users feeling comfortable enough to start this sort of thread. I just wanted to add that...
  19. George Maxwell

    Rejection Following VS- Where to go from here?

    Hi @Anita, I am really sorry to hear this. @Romiras and @em311 have given you some great advice. I know how much investment a vacation scheme takes, so how you are feeling is absolutely understandable. Two positive steps to take right now: 1. As you have previously touched on, make sure...
  20. George Maxwell

    Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!

    Hi @S21, It's great to hear that you feel comfortable enough now to post on the forum! I am now looking forward to seeing your contributions on the forum elsewhere. 🚀 Based on the information that you have given us and to add to what has been said already, particularly from @Jessica Booker, I...

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