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  1. Amma Usman

    Help: BPP visa/CAS timeline (PGDL → SQE prep)

    Hi there @Eric Chang , have you informed your firm of the specifics of this situation? Furthermore, when does your TC start? From the information above, I presume that deferring your PGDL start date, could in turn defer your SQE start date, which could resultantly affect your TC start date. This...
  2. Amma Usman

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello everyone! My name is Amma Usman, and I'm currently working at TCLA as a Community Assistant. I've worked on the forums for the past year, but just thought I'd reintroduce myself for those that are new here. I’m a law graduate from the University of Leicester and a Future Trainee at...
  3. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello everyone! My name is Amma Usman, and I'm currently working at TCLA as a Community Assistant. I've worked on the forums for the past year, but just thought I'd reintroduce myself for those that are new here. I’m a law graduate from the University of Leicester and a Future Trainee at...
  4. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey TCLA Community! Delighted to share we now have the updated versions of our TC and VS deadlines threads! TC Deadlines - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/training-contract-deadlines-thread-2025-26.9780/#post-216097 VS Deadlines -...
  5. Amma Usman

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey TCLA Community! Delighted to share we now have the updated versions of our TC and VS deadlines threads! TC Deadlines - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/training-contract-deadlines-thread-2025-26.9780/#post-216097 VS Deadlines -...
  6. Amma Usman

    Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2025-26 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

    For those that may be interested, we now have up our TC deadlines thread! Here you gooooo - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/training-contract-deadlines-thread-2025-26.9780/#post-216097 The list is dynamic and will constantly be updated as firms release their new application...
  7. Amma Usman

    Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2025-26 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)

    Hi TCLA Community! Excited to let you all know that the VS deadlines thread is now updated as of today! ;)
  8. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Please apply regardless. I always recommend candidates not looking at the numbers. There could be only one spot open and it could be yours - you would never know unless you apply!
  9. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I have been getting many questions about this lately. Here are my thoughts on this: As much as your previous application was successful, I do recommend still switching up some things a bit. Largely, this is because your skills and experiences would have developed so much in one year, whether...
  10. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Loving the support! Thanks @aminajimale89 ;)
  11. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Love to see it! Huge congratulations! If you need any tips on the specifics of the interview, do let us know the respective components, and we'll be more than happy to help! ;)
  12. Amma Usman

    Training Contract Deadlines Thread 2025-26

    Hello everyone, Training Contract application season is upon us! To make things easier for individuals preparing to apply, I have put together a list to track all the applications and their due dates. I will keep this list updated, so do ensure to keep an eye out for any latest deadlines...
  13. Amma Usman

    Final Year International Law Student @ Uni of Leeds

    Hi Myra, It’s lovely to hear you’re interested in the TC route, and welcome to the TCLA forum! Do let us know if you’ve got any questions at all ;)
  14. Amma Usman

    The Weekly Brief: Commercial Awareness Updates

    Material Adverse Change (MAC) Clause A MAC clause allows a party, usually a buyer in an M&A deal, to walk away if a significant negative event affects the target company. This could involve financial downturns, loss of key clients, regulatory sanctions, or other events that fundamentally reduce...
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    The Weekly Brief: Commercial Awareness Updates

    Shareholders’ Agreement A shareholders’ agreement is a contract between a company’s shareholders that governs their rights, obligations, and how the company should be run. It typically covers issues like share transfers, voting rights, dividend policy, and dispute resolution.
  16. Amma Usman

    The Weekly Brief: Commercial Awareness Updates

    Equity Financing Equity financing is when a company raises capital by selling shares of its stock to investors. Unlike debt financing, the company does not need to repay the funds or pay interest. In exchange, investors receive ownership stakes and may influence corporate decisions. This method...
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    The Weekly Brief: Commercial Awareness Updates

    Warranties and Representations These are statements of fact made by one party to another, typically during contract negotiations. A representation is a factual statement made to induce a contract, while a warranty is a promise that certain facts or conditions are true. If a representation is...
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    The Weekly Brief: Commercial Awareness Updates

    Covenant A covenant is a legally binding promise within a contract that requires a party to do, or refrain from doing, something. In finance, covenants are often used in loan agreements to protect lenders, such as promises to maintain certain financial ratios. In M&A or commercial contracts...
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    The Weekly Brief: Commercial Awareness Updates

    Initial Public Offering (IPO) An IPO is the process by which a private company offers its shares to the public for the first time. This allows the company to raise capital from public investors. It typically involves regulatory filings, underwriting by investment banks, and extensive disclosure...
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    The Weekly Brief: Commercial Awareness Updates

    Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) An NDA is a legally binding contract in which parties agree not to disclose confidential information shared during business dealings. It helps protect trade secrets, business strategies, or sensitive data. NDAs can be mutual (both parties share information) or...

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