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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
The question will cover extracurriculars and hobbies. I wouldn't use bullet points. I would try to highlight 2-3 key activities you think are most important/relevant to you or that you are not covering in the work experience section - you'll just need to be super concise. I would recommend...- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
It will be fine to be up to 20% below the word count - especially if other answers are substantial- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,790
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Any interests that don't require you to make a commitment to others. For instance, it could be hobbies that are very much from a self-interest point or activities that are solo pursuits or where the output is really only for your benefit rather than other people's.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,785
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Don't put your extracurriculars in your work experience entries. These should be saved for the sections mentioned above. Any cross over between these questions and the "why me" part of the cover letter - let the questions focus on your responsibilities and achievements and let your cover letter...- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Something like your proudest achievement may not have changed and therefore it is fine to use the same example. Do consider whether your answer including that example could be improved though - usually reading your last application with a fresh pair of eyes can spot areas in which you would say...- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #1,593
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
I’d highlight any key sources that have had a clear input into your answers.- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I wouldn’t expect you to be able to talk about another M&A matter. It’s more about thinking about how general macro level trends, as well as things changes in things like regulation might be changing or influencing clients’ business operations or concerns.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,759
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
You typically have to provide another form of proof of employment. For instance, I have had to provide either my corporate tax returns, bank statements, or even a reference from my accountant. Any formal document that shows income is likely to be sufficient.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,756
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Unfortunately that won’t be a legitimate reason - nearly doubling a placement length by rounding up a three day placement to a week could bring into question judgement/integrity. Hopefully the reference check agency or recruitment team will not be concerned given it was a very short placement...- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,753
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
You mention this is for a pre-employment check - you’ll need to flag this discrepancy to the people doing the reference checks and they may flag it to the recruitment team who will make a decision on whether it is an issue or not. The multiple discrepancies could make this an issue. If the...- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I don’t think you can really claim it as a formatting change then unfortunately if it’s in the description.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,680
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Was there anything in the CV that suggested it was a week's placement? Or was it just that it was listed as Month Year?- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,665
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Forum slang for a rejection from a firm - stands for “please f*ck off”.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,638
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
There will be a higher risk if you are presenting multiple entries as longer than they actually were. It is important to put such experiences in accurately into application forms. When you are invited to the next stage of the recruitment process or if you have already been invited to a face to...- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,633
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
What I would stress is that sometimes it is not about doing something “wrong” - it is just about fine margins in very subjective areas. It can easily be that one firm is looking for slightly more specific evidence about their work and why it appeals to you, while the next firm may want more...- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
This thread is a really good starting point for case studies: Thread 'Definitive Guide to Law Firm Case Studies! *Monday Article Series*' https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/definitive-guide-to-law-firm-case-studies-monday-article-series.3232/- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,619
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Highly unlikely to be an issue - but I would make sure it is listed on applications/CVs as 3-4 days either by using appropriate dates or by saying something like “this 3 day programme” in the description.- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
No - there is no rule on this and an application is not going to be automatically at an advantage or disadvantage either way.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #9,590
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Here are some articles that might give you some guidance on themes you could consider: https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/topics/business-management/partner-content/key-trends-shaping-the-legal-industry-in-2025...- TCLA Community Assistant
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