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📅 2025–26 Applications: Vacation Schemes, Open Days & Training Contracts
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TCLA x Willkie response?
Hey there, Sorry for the delay regarding this - I think that everyone should have received a reply on Tuesday. Please let me know if this has not been the case!- vera.mekhonoshina
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- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey @FutureTraineeMaybe, I actually think that discussing how you dealt with an angry customer is a great idea. There are likely to be situations where clients won't be 100% happy with your work or may get frustrated during a challenging time in practice, too, so showing how you've dealt with...- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #970
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Huge congratulations @neverdidiever! This is incredible, and I hope that you celebrate well. I wish you the best of luck on your training contract journey!!!- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #6,176
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Yes! You would want to focus on your positions of responsibility in university societies, volunteering, sports or other hobbies :)- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #960
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Insight Days taking place *after* applications close for winter vac?
Hey, Thank you for asking this question - I am sure that a lot of applicants face the same dilemma. The choice between applying to vacation schemes and waiting to first attend an open day will depend on how you want to structure your workload for the application cycle. If you feel like you...- vera.mekhonoshina
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- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I would definitely mention them! You don't have to make a separate entry for each open day - you can group all of them under one entry. All experience is good experience in this case. The firms are likely to appreciate your commitment to getting more exposure and learning about different types...- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #952
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
This would depend on whether a particular practice area is part of your genuine motivations for commercial law! I don't think I referenced a specific practice area in 'Why commercial law', focusing instead on some more general characteristics of commercial law, like scenario analysis, for example.- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #950
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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1st year student with poor results
Hi @EmaanAraZaidi, Thank you for opening up about your experiences - I can't imagine how hard it must have been to sit exams while being worried about the safety of your family and facing other personal struggles. I am sorry you had to go through that. In an application, you'd be able to...- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #2
- Forum: Law Firm Deadlines
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi @londonlawyer, Great question! I would not overthink it too much. I'd consider curiosity a skill because it requires the ability to analyse information, ask specific questions, and consider how different commercial points fit together into one story.- vera.mekhonoshina
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Good question! I'd say that the rule of thumb is to only shorten the firm's name if you can see that specific abbreviation on the firm's website. So, in the case of Mishcon de Reya, Mishcon is acceptable, as you can see the firm itself uses it on the website. The standard formatting would be...- vera.mekhonoshina
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey, One thing I'll recommend here is using simple language and being very concise. Open Day applications are usually relatively short, which means that you need to dedicate every single word to answering the question and explaining why you are drawn to the firm and the open day opportunity...- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #944
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi @lawstudent2, I'd say so - I would focus on positions of responsibility at university societies and any hobbies or volunteering activities. Good luck!- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #943
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey @ohnoselim, Great question, and not silly at all! I usually tell applicants that they can expect to be probed on anything they write about in an application - this includes asking for additional details about a particular experience. I'd say that this is especially likely if you are...- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #942
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi @iklawapps, Attending this many events is very impressive! I am sure the firm will appreciate your dedication and commitment. However, I also appreciate your concern regarding the best way to present these events in your application. To answer your question, I personally wouldn't...- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #940
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I actually think that having a crystal-clear idea about the one specific area you would want to practice in is not as common as you think! Nevertheless, here's how I would approach this: If you are applying to a more general, full-service law firm, it's actually great to demonstrate...- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #938
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi @Lawlife5, I definitely shared this feeling when I was going through the application cycle. Writing a good number of high-quality applications is by no means an easy task, and I'd definitely recommend finding a routine that would prioritise deep work while also giving you time to rest. 1)...- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #874
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Glad you found this helpful! I'd definitely recommend TCLA Academy for commercial awareness and building a great understanding of M&A, finance, and current commercial awareness.- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #6,172
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi @ew0513, It definitely sounds like you have a lot of interesting commercial experiences! They will have the potential to become a solid foundation for answering questions about your motivations for transitioning into commercial law, substantiating your interest in real estate as a practice...- vera.mekhonoshina
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I don't think that TCLA currently has the CV review service available. Sorry about that!- vera.mekhonoshina
- Post #869
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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worth applying to lower tier firms this summer?
Hi @rocky123! I completely echo the advice above. I would definitely try and pursue opportunities at both 'safer' and 'first-choice' firms if you have the time. As @ZNadeem said, you have nothing to lose, especially if you are planning on completing a master's after your degree regardless...- vera.mekhonoshina
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- Forum: Applications Discussion