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  1. George Maxwell

    Case study for paralegal role

    Hi @MN, Firstly, congratulations for getting through to the interview stage! I know how competitive these roles are so it is a big achievement to be progressed to interview. I would be really interested to hear how it goes for you. Secondly, I cannot comment specifically on the HL process for...
  2. George Maxwell

    Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!

    Hi @YB, Yes absolutely. If you would like to discuss something personal of course you can message me. Very happy to help!
  3. George Maxwell

    Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!

    @small_turtle, do let us know how it goes! We are rooting for you :)
  4. George Maxwell

    Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!

    You are absolutely welcome @futuretraineesolicitor I am really to happy that you found my explanation helpful :)
  5. George Maxwell

    Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!

    Hi @futuretraineesolicitor, My understanding is that managers do have to be, or should be, (at least) familiar, as does any employee taking decisions in a business context, with what rules and regulations might apply when taking an action on behalf of a company (especially if this is somewhere...
  6. George Maxwell

    Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!

    Hi @futuretraineesolicitor, Great question. This is my thinking, as it has been a little while since I did the WG, so I might well be wrong. I interpreted this question as on focusing on the likelihood of the type of content that a "cross cultural business training workshop" would have. We...
  7. George Maxwell

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

    Hi @I.Like.UFOs.Not.PFOs, Firstly, this is one of the best names that I have seen on TCLA so far 😄. Secondly, my approach was to outline one skill (or perhaps two), rather than trying to cover all bases in short applications. Being focused will make your application more engaging. I do not...
  8. George Maxwell

    Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!

    Hi @YB, So first of all, I want to congratulate you for getting to the AC stage. I remember getting an email from HSF confirming my invitation to their AC and I remember how excited I was. It is no small achievement. It goes without saying, but please do let me know if you would like any...
  9. George Maxwell

    Hello everyone! :)

    Hi @MiriamOnen, It is great to meet you. Welcome to the forum! I initially struggled with the WG. I bought a couple of books and some practice packs online. The test really is about practice and learning the specific structures that the WG employs. Once you are familiar with the general nature...
  10. George Maxwell

    2nd year law student query on a legal career within the corporate world

    Hi @Aleksandar, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your story with the forum! It is great to meet you. Congratulations on your fantastic university grades. I found your post inspiring. It sounds like you are someone who went through a difficult time during your A-levels, and as a result...
  11. George Maxwell

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

    Hi @em311, As always, I think @Jessica Booker has broken this down really nicely in her post. I would just add that as an interviewer, unless a firm's practice in London is extremely narrow and specialised, I would be concerned that, unless an applicant had previous experience of that area...
  12. George Maxwell

    Ask Willkie Farr & Gallagher Anything!

    Hi @WillkieGemma, Welcome to TCLA! This is a fantastic opportunity for our members. I really look forward to working with you Gemma :). I am sure that our community will hugely benefit from your presence on the forum! As someone who went through the application process with Willkie, I can...
  13. George Maxwell

    Slaughter and May TC interviews

    @G P, You are very welcome. Please do let me know how it goes. I hope you enjoy it and best of luck! If any more questions come up, feel free to ask away.
  14. George Maxwell

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

    @fm97, congratulations! I cannot comment specifically on the TS WVS interview. However, my advice would be use the search bar on the forum (as I am sure that there have been others who have interviewed and shared their experiences on here in the past). As with any commercial law interview...
  15. George Maxwell

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

    I'm really glad to hear that things are picking up for you this cycle. Very best of luck with your ACs. I am sure they will go well for you. You've got this!
  16. George Maxwell

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

    Hi all, I am going to respond to these in one message just so I make sure not to miss anything! Hi @Veep9, If you are referring to automatically generated feedback, I would be hesitant to attach too much weight to what it says. Ultimately the system has to say something, and you have only...
  17. George Maxwell

    DLA Piper - Applying as a graduate

    Hi @Tstrack, I think you will get the most reliable answer from Graduate Recruitment directly. I would just send them an email and ask. If it is vague or unclear on the website, it is likely that others will be unsure too. You can then share with the forum to save others time :) Do let me know...
  18. George Maxwell

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

    Hi @Abii, To add to what @AvniD and @Jessica Booker have already said, this is absolutely normal. I did this after my interviews where I was successful and unsuccessful. I found writing down these thoughts (both as a means to look back on, but also to stop myself from ruminating) really helped...
  19. George Maxwell

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

    Hi @Ziaskia, You are absolutely welcome. Myself and the rest of the forum team are always here to help :). So regarding case studies, make sure that you are hot on your commercial terms. Know how to use them and what they mean. This is a very good start. I would also highly recommend @Jacob...
  20. George Maxwell

    Virtual or hybrid Vacation Schemes and virtual Assessment Days in 2022?

    Hi @keepmewherethelightis :), Just tagging @Jessica Booker as I am sure she will be in the loop about this!

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