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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey there @wowcha , In this situation, I would recommend continuing to apply. If the dates for two schemes clash, you can request to move one of them to a different time - such as a summer scheme if your first choice or initial offer is for spring. However, keep in mind that the flexibility to...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey there @kokoprep , I’ve quoted a thread above which should provide more context.- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
@mulan0 . That’s very interesting. In this case where there is no cover letter or applications questions, I suggest tailoring it to the firm in the work experience section then. Perhaps it’s worth looking at WBD’s values on their website, or speaking to future/current lawyers on what they look...- Amma Usman
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Mock M&A Case Study: Analysis
@EK_27 , I am glad you’re finding a sense of community from the forum. Do feel free to post any more questions and we will be happy to respond! Best of luck for this cycle - we’re rooting for you all!- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Interviews Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hi @mulan0. In my experience, you don’t need to link it back to the firm in the work experience section. This would be more adequately covered and appropriate for the cover letter and/or motivational questions.- Amma Usman
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The Weekly Brief: Commercial Awareness Updates
WHAT IS A WATERFALL IN PRIVATE EQUITY..? In private equity, a waterfall is the framework used to distribute profits from investments between the limited partners (LPs) and the general partners (GPs). It specifies the order of payouts, typically starting with returning the LPs' initial capital...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Commercial Awareness Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hi there @theone132213 , Good question. The setback doesn’t have to had led to failure. It is enough to talk about a challenge you faced, and how you resolved it - essentially, follow the STAR structure. I have quoted two posts on this above.- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey @ThelawgraduateX , I would not worry about this. The quality of your response matters more than how long you took to say it. An individual, X, could have spent the complete 3 minutes talking, but spoken too fast, or said inadequate things.- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hi @lolasparks , I am unsure about PM, but I know most legal recruiters often recommend prose over bullet points. You could also adopt a hybrid approach: bullet points + prose, in my opinion. I frequently adopted the latter and got past many application stages.- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hi @AI212121 . In such cases, you are right in suggesting that honesty is the best policy. Law firms don’t expect you to know everything. At the end of the day, TCs are development programmes. This rule applies to anything you genuinely do not know in an interview. A professional response would...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hiya @-legal- , yes I agree with this approach you have mentioned.- Amma Usman
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Mock M&A Case Study: Analysis
Hey @EK_27 , This is a very valid question and I completely understand where you are coming from. This thought often came up for me as well when I was attending ACs and learning new courses. I was often scared by the thought that I had to know so much to succeed. Quite frankly, a good grasp...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Interviews Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Hiya @futuretraineesolicitor , yep - this is right. For the second question, you may find it beneficial distinguishing between disputes and corporate work and why the latter appeals more. I recommend delving deep on why financial transactions, M&A, PE, and the likes appeal more. K&E also offers...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey @hazanelson , I recall answering questions like this just as the question presents itself. For example, you will need to touch on one of these listed details first (extra-curriculars, prizes, etc), and then link it to the firm (its trainee qualities, and so on). The latter is very important...- Amma Usman
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Am I too late to apply for the first year schemes?
Hiya @naam8332 , no not all! As @Jessica Booker explained, most of these are open. We’ve complied a deadlines list here to help keep you all on track of those deadlines - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/first-year-scheme-deadlines-2024-25.9090/ In your first year, I also...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hi ! I’ve made a post on this which I’ve quoted below;- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey @Aspiringsolicitor01 , Good question. Both questions are indeed very similar. For the open day app, you will need to show more of what you will gain, rather than what you know. The latter is reserved for the vacation scheme app, where you will need to touch on the skills, qualities, and...- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hiya @Hana ♥ , I am unsure about the specifics of DLAs VI, but for general VI prep, I recommend taking a look at @Andrei Radu ’s wonderful guide: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/a-complete-guide-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/- Amma Usman
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hey there @helloj , This is a really interestingly worded question. I find the ’how that lawyer would drive our business’ part really cute. Essentially, it is asking ’ why you ‘. In answering why you, I feel it is particularly important to note that there is no work experience section. This...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Hiya @cjwx , I strongly believe that you are in no way at a disadvantage. In fact, you have done a lot of really excellent stuff during this period to put in an application. I want to emphasise that extra-curriculars mean so much more to recruiters than mooting competitions, society...- Amma Usman
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- Forum: Applications Discussion