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  1. George Maxwell

    Hogan Lovells Application 2020/21

    Hi @vanessajones, Just wishing you the best of luck with it. I completely relate with the anxiety brought by waiting for applications. As best you can try to focus on other things. Let me know how it goes!
  2. George Maxwell

    Feeling Lost

    @S30 I am really pleased to hear that. Here for advice and help for you too if you need it 🚀
  3. George Maxwell

    Slaughter and May Vacation Scheme Cover Letter

    Hi @Crystal86, Thank you for the question! Slaughters is a fantastic firm. To help the community (and me) in guiding you, it would be useful to know a bit of context. For example, what are your thoughts so far?
  4. George Maxwell

    Feeling Lost

    Hi @lawstress, I thought that I would say a few things in response to your post: 1. Welcome to the forum. It is always lovely to see new members at TCLA. 🤸‍♂️ We are excited to have you join us! That being said, I know that this is a difficult time for you. The community is built for moments...
  5. George Maxwell

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

    You are welcome @jamesfp. Always here for any further questions!
  6. George Maxwell

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Again to give my thoughts: yes that looks fine @futuretraineesolicitor :)
  7. George Maxwell

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

    @LongSufferingLawGrad this is fantastic news! I did not realise you had been successful with your W&C application!! So first, I need to post a celebratory gif: Second, the WVS is likely to be different to the Spring scheme that I did. GR will tell you when you start (in my experience they...
  8. George Maxwell

    Imposter syndrome

    I love this quote @Dheepa thank you for sharing!
  9. George Maxwell

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

    You are welcome @AW_08. TCLA was an important part of my application journey and I am glad you are finding it helpful too! Please do reach out if you would like any further advice 🙌
  10. George Maxwell

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

    You are absolutely welcome @jamesfp I am glad that you found it helpful. 🥳 I would definitely advise going into the office as much as you can. Unfortunately I cannot give too many specifics purely because I do not want to damage the integrity of their recruitment process. However, in my...
  11. George Maxwell

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi @futuretraineesolicitor, Just some thoughts on the above: 1a. I think this depends on how much you have to talk about. It would be helpful to describe, briefly/to give context for specific achievements (unless they are self-explanatory). It really is a matter of word count and how many...
  12. George Maxwell

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

    Hi @jamesfp, First of all, huge congratulations for getting on the scheme. I am sure you know, but W&C get a scary number of applicants for each place they have on their vacation schemes, so it really is a massive achievement to have got this far. Second, I really loved the firm. As a result...
  13. George Maxwell

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    I agree with @Jessica Booker here. I know how difficult it can be to wait on these things, but they will get back to you. If you have not heard by the same time next week I would follow up!
  14. George Maxwell

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    @futuretraineesolicitor not to worry at all! When did you email them about it?
  15. George Maxwell

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

    @AW_08, I am really pleased to hear that you have a spreadsheet. Being organised ahead of time is invaluable. I also completely empathise with you. I think the most helpful (general) tips that I have are: 1. Make sure that you are signposting and using a clear structure. 2. Reach out to...
  16. George Maxwell

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

    @George.E., from a fellow George, congratulations! This is really great news. NRF are a fantastic firm. I'm sure you will smash the scheme 🚀
  17. George Maxwell

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

    Hi @AW_08, I am really sorry to hear this. If it helps, I never applied to a WVS (only Spring and Summer!). You really do have plenty of time left this cycle. You are arguably in an even better position than I was too because you have applications written which you can iterate and improve...
  18. George Maxwell

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi @futuretraineesolicitor, I know that @Jessica Booker has responded to this already. However, to provide a little insight from my experience, in these situations, I would just email GR directly. They can manually input/alter things if required and they always seemed very aware that, on...
  19. George Maxwell

    Vacation Scheme Logistics: What should I expect?

    @aa90210 (great name by the way!), I am really glad that you found it helpful. Did you reach out to them in the end? When/if you hear back, please do let us know! I think it would be interesting to hear their reaction for future applicants! As I said in my last messages, very best of luck! I...
  20. George Maxwell

    Hi @jamesfp, Thank you for reaching out! Congratulations on getting a place on the scheme. W&C...

    Hi @jamesfp, Thank you for reaching out! Congratulations on getting a place on the scheme. W&C are a fantastic firm and I wish you the very best of luck for it. I would be more than happy to answer any questions. However, would it be possible to post on the wider forum? Just tag me in your...

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