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  1. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I would ensure it is a deal rather than a general trend/announcement to ensure it answers the question. The deal does not have to transform law firms, it could just be that it impacts their competitors or changes the landscape of the sector that the firm's clients work in. That is enough for in...
  2. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Just edited with a link to one of our courses too!
  3. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    There are some great commercial articles that fall into this theme here: Restructuring and Insolvency | The Corporate Law Academy Forum You may also want to look at our practice area course here: Guide to Law Firm Practice Areas | The Corporate Law Academy
  4. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I would try to speak to someone at the firm about this - the people who work in the conflicts check department will be able to give more guidance as to what is appropriate to provide. It is fine to ask the firm for clarification on this.
  5. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    As you are only applying for a vacation scheme, your student visa is sufficient to say yes here (although just check the schemes dates full outside of your term time).
  6. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    That is only if the role is a current position of responsibility though - it's no use if it is something you did in the past. And it is difficult to draw the line - you can't always find out smaller committee roles and things like whether you have played for a university sports team...
  7. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    They typically can't check extra curriculars/positions of responsibility.
  8. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Highly unlikely - but if the programme is with the firm you are applying to, they can easily check to see if you have completed it or not. If its with different firms, then they won't.
  9. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    This article may help with understanding the difference between an associate and a partner: What is the Difference Between an Associate and a Partner? (mylawquestions.com) and Career progression: a comprehensive guide to reaching senior partner | AllAboutLaw Remember a trainee is not qualified...
  10. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I still think it is worthwhile applying to some firms for vacation schemes. You may also want to consider applying for open days and insight programmes to build up your experience and knowledge. You may also want to invest some time completing some virtual work experience programmes on platforms...
  11. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Focus more on what commercial law does give you rather than what immigration law does not. E,g, "I want to work in a more pragmatic and cerebral environment".
  12. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    There is no benefit from a recruitment perspective. The only benefit is that doing it earlier typically means you are doing it when you want to do it, not when you have to do it. And you will probably be more mentally fresh if that is the case. Many candidates leave such assessments until after...
  13. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    You don’t need to upload your CV - it’s just optional but probably won’t even be looked at.
  14. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I don’t think you’ll have the word count to cover individual competencies. I think you can just weave these competencies into the why you aspects in a more concise way.
  15. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I don’t think it will significantly impact your application, but I would email it to make it clear. They may not check your CV and are unlikely to be able to see the information in the diversity questionnaire (as this is only for reporting purposes).
  16. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Things are going to be tough - there is no doubt about that, but I think the same will be said about many other countries. A lot of the issues you mention are not unique to the U.K. And there are still companies investing or growing their operations in the UK. You only have to look at Shell...
  17. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    And congratulations on the dream firm offer! That is fantastic news. You have the best outcome you could possibly wish for here so I wouldn't worry about what may have been with other firms - you have the best offer for you right now and it doesn't get any better than that!
  18. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    How many you list is up to you and down to your clear motivations. If you only had one clear area of interest, you could just detail that and provide more context/detail. There won't be a set structure but I would ensure you clearly identify the area (make sure you use the same terminology as...
  19. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    If there is something about your academic achievements that go beyond the details/aren't obvious from your academic section, then you can include it. But many times people are just repeating detail that obvious from their academic section, and I don't think that is needed.
  20. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Personally, I would suggest not attending the interview. You are clearly going to accept your current offer and there seems no chance you would accept Slaughters. You are effectively wasting Slaughters' time and that opportunity could go to someone else. There is a risk that by taking that...

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