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  1. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I totally get how tough it can be. During my own cycle, every PFO just became an excuse to treat myself. A good dessert or a spicy meal always lifted my mood, and if that didn’t do the trick, I’d sleep it off. By the time I woke up, I’d remind myself that rejection is just a phase everyone has...
  2. Amma Usman

    Training Contract journey of an International candidate

    Love to see this! So exciting… keep going! ;) Re the references, I‘d recommend letting them all know as soon as possible, stating presumed deadlines and seeing whether they have capacity - cause these tend to take a lot of time to get from professors/working professionals, etc.
  3. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey. I’ve quoted your post on that thread. Hope you find it useful. The excel sheet one of our members also drafted which is on the thread as well, is helpful too.
  4. Amma Usman

    Firms that do not require the WG

    Off the top of my head (if my memory serves me right), I have included a short list below. Travers Smith Gibson Dunn Greenberg Traurig Jones Day Paul Hastings
  5. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    There’s a relatively recent (2023) thread on the forum regarding this. I have linked it here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/firms-that-do-not-require-the-wg.8071/
  6. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yep, that’s totally normal and fine! I would not worry about it too much.
  7. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey, This is a really good question. I just wrapped up a module on it last semester which was really interesting. When applying to law firms, competition law often comes up in case studies. One of the key issues is whether a deal can go through without violating competition rules. If a company...
  8. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Taking a sip of water during an interview can be beneficial as it provides a natural pause, allowing you a moment to gather your thoughts before responding to a question. This brief pause can help ensure that your answers are well-structured and articulate. However, I believe that if done too...
  9. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    In situations like this, I usually ask for a moment to think. This helps me gather my thoughts and not go straight into the pressures of answering immediately, where I may otherwise waffle. Another thing is to just take a sip of water. I wouldn’t take the sip of water too often though, as this...
  10. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Very well done on the AC! I have included some tips below; Presentation: If it’s presenting on a business topic or advice to a client (I presume this would be the case), you would need to consider the pros and cons/ benefits or challenges, of the given topic at hand. At the end, a...
  11. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’ve included Andrei’s really great guide here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/a-complete-guide-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/#post-201181
  12. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This is amazing news, congratulations! I’ve included some tips below; Speak with members of the firm, including future trainees, trainees, lawyers, etc, to get to know more about the firm and their experiences. Schedule coffee chats with people working in departments you’d like to learn more...
  13. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This actually made me burst out laughing on the train haha! Well I guess you could always name any fruit and link that to how they could make so many different kinds of food/drink, and hence….versatility….which is a key trainee competency 🤣
  14. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey, I struggled with them too, but when I started paying close attention to the below, my responses got better. I’ve also included some more general prep tips. These are some of the feedback I got from firms during the process; Use of proper formalities. Who are you addressing? Have you...
  15. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’m really sorry about the PFO. It’s completely understandable to feel frustrated, VIs can often feel that way, and the lack of feedback makes it even tougher to gauge what went wrong. It’s also important to acknowledge the progress you’ve made, from post-app rejections last year to reaching...
  16. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I’d say prepare for the full spectrum if a law firm has not specified - motivational, SJT, competency, commercial awareness, etc. Another thing is you can really weave in all types of traits. For example, in discussing motivational aspects like why X firm, you could show some commercial...
  17. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    You may find this useful - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/clyde-co-vacation-scheme-interview-2021.3431/
  18. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey, 1. I believe they all fall under the remit of an interview. There will be other types, such as commercial awareness and situational judgement interviews, which test your commercial awareness and ability to react to different scenarios, respectively. Competency interviews are quite similar...
  19. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I personally don’t think this is necessary, largely because if you truly don’t have more to say, you may end up waffling. This detracts from the quality answer you have already built. Another thing is to see whether your existing 450 word answer is actually fully developed…was there a part where...
  20. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there, I have made a guide on Private Equity which I have linked here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/ams/private-equity-a-basic-guide.505/

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