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

    Completely agree with @George Maxwell! Would also add that if you're at uni, would highly recommend getting a Financial Times subscription through them. There are some really great podcasts on Spotify too- would recommend the Economist Morning Briefing, FT News Briefing, Bloomberg Law, Think...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Apart from bringing in key responsibilities, skills and attributes of commercial lawyers more generally, I'd also emphasise what makes commercial lawyers distinct from other city professionals- what client needs are commercial lawyers fulfilling? I think these articles here do a great job at...
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    What are the major differences between US firms? (in terms of their works)

    Completely agree with @George Maxwell's detailed response to your question- speaking to people at different US firms is definitely the best way to get a rounded picture of how these firms differ in practice. I also really like this article on Chambers Student that breaks down the difference...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    https://www.linklaters.com/en/insights/publications/year-review-year-to-come/2020-2021/year-in-review-2020-and-year-to-come-2021---the-world-in-2021 Is this what you're looking for?
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    Taylor Wessing Application

    I would not feel the pressure to link your answer to this question back to the firm. Be mindful of the competencies that the firm is looking for in its candidates so that you can pick the most suitable things to mention in your answer, but there is absolutely no need in my eyes to expressly or...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    https://www.chambersstudent.co.uk/law-firms/types-of-law-firm/national-law-firms https://www.chambersstudent.co.uk/where-to-start/different-types-of-law-firm I think these articles do a really good job of breaking down what makes different types of law firms distinct. You can infer the benefits...
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    Hogan Lovells Application 2020/21

    I am really not sure about whether the test link is sent automatically or only after your application is assessed to progress to the WG stage. Either way, I think it makes sense to email the firm once 4 weeks have passed from when you submitted your application. I would then politely ask about...
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    Training Contract/Vacation Scheme offers to international law students studying outside UK?

    Welcome to TCLA @intllawstudent! We are so happy to have you here and hope you make the most of the resources and support that we have to offer you!😇 Although I am an international applicant, I obtained my law degree in the UK so I am not best placed to offer advice on the GDL based on my...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Completely agree with @Nicole15! My only suggestion is that to keep the cover letter to a page and, since they have been specific about what they are looking for, ensure that you really flesh out your motivations for wanting to apply to Skadden and why you're a good fit. A helpful way to do...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/linklaters-2019-20-application.1653/page-30#post-30573 https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/watson-glaser-cheat-hint-sheet.3304/ https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/watson-glaser-hints-and-tips.4328/post-91212...
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    Feeling Lost

    Taking time away from applications to process your thoughts and feelings is hands down one of the best things you can do for your wellbeing, especially when you receive a rejection. I absolutely believe that you will get a TC with a firm of your choice and am rooting for you 🤞😇
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    Using the time before my LPC / TC - is unemployment an issue?

    I don't think taking time out to prep for something as significant and competitive as the NY Bar should/could ever be viewed negatively! Ultimately, you have the luxury to design your time as you please while having the security of having a job at the end of it, so you really could do whatever...
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    Super urgent question about BM Application

    Completely agree with @Jessica Booker! I think the last application question was different in my year (I am not a 100% sure about this!) and the way I went about listing it was by stating the event ➡️ mentioning key details about my role/responsibility ➡️ highlighting any stand-out achievements...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I'd suggest finding links between your own strengths as you would word them and the firm's values/ethos/vision. That way, it doesn't seem like you're simply telling them things you think they'd like to hear and it also demonstrates that you've thought deeply about why you're a good fit for the...
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Not a problem! 😊
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    Slaughter and May Vacation Scheme Cover Letter

    I'd say try a structure along the lines of what you like about commercial law ➡️ how you know you like it ➡️ why it matters to you and how it utilises your skills+abilities.
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    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    From their website (https://www.allenovery.com/en-gb/global/news-and-insights/publications/fuse-at-five-nurturing-a-culture-of-legal-tech-innovation)- Work has also been generated for A&O Consulting, supporting clients with the tech transformation of in-house legal operations. Many Fuse...
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    Low grades in two-three subjects, primarily as those Profs are generally known for marking low in my University. Should I explain this in my TC App?

    Completely agree with @Jessica Booker! I'd recommend you to also look out for firms that place a special emphasis on grades in certain subjects like Tort, Property- if your grades are low in these core legal subjects then it may negatively impact your application depending on the firm's...
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    Law firm or in-house training contract?

    Hi Daniele! Congratulations on getting an opportunity to train at the firm you're working at currently- this is a big achievement and you should be very proud of yourself. I guess the first question to ask is whether there are any specific areas of law that you're interested in practising...
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    Completed LPC and making applications

    I made applications in the year after mostly self-funding my LPC and coming back to law after a career change so I can understand the anxiety of thinking that these things 'are bad' and negatively impact your chances of getting a TC. However, I agree with @Jessica Booker- neither self-funding...

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