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  1. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    As others pointed out, I personally do not feel like it is necessary to respond to these kind of emails. The law firms get so many applicants, automated responses like this are to be expected and should not be taken too seriously. I would take the rejection and focus on your next applications...
  2. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I think that it is something you can definitely discuss an interview setting, however I would not put it in a written answer as it might go against you and make the reader a bit biased since you did not pass the assessment centre. In my opinion, your application should present you as a more...
  3. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I personally do not think this section refers to online courses or certificates you have obtained outside of your undergraduate degree or postgraduate degree, rather it it a space for those candidates who have international qualifications when it comes to high school diploma or university (that...
  4. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I wrote 200 words for some of the experiences last year and it was fine!
  5. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Huge congratulations!!
  6. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congratulations!
  7. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Congratulations!!!!
  8. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I personally do not but from my experience last year: Sidley Austin, Sullivan & Cromwell, Cleary Gottlieb, Goodwin Procter, Gibson Dunn, Davis Polk i think. These are some of the US firms that, if successful at application stage, will immediately invite you to the interview stage.
  9. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hey @Samridhi Jain, The two questions seem pretty similar and I was very confused too when I was applying but the way I tackled them was: In the first one I discussed the transition to net zero and how it is unfair to put the burden on developing countries (which was something I was...
  10. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Hey @LB24, The way I would personally go about it is: Introducing the commercial issue or social issue I decided to talk about, this could be whatever you are interested in. Here it is fundamental to choose something you are very passionate about since you have to discuss it thoroughly and...
  11. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    It seems to me that since you have your own business this is exactly what could be able to answer the question and show your entrepreneurial mindset. Although showing strong innovative or entrepreneurial spirit is not only building a business, if you do have a business on the side like you, it...
  12. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    A month after application submitted (at least for me last year) and the interview was 2 or 3 weeks after that, and I received the offer a month later in March. I hope that helps!
  13. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I would not look too much into it and focus on the fact that you have done the interview and should be very proud of yourself! If they said 7 working days, I am assuming they mean before Christmas, otherwise I would assume you would hear back in January. Either way, try to focus on other...
  14. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congratulations, You should be so proud!
  15. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Congratulations!! Amazing achievement!!
  16. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I personally would email them just to confirm that everything works on their end and to explain the situation to them. However, I personally would not worry too much because you have done the most important part of the test which was answering the question. Good luck with the application!
  17. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I think that some people say that you should but the word count for some of these type of questions does not allow that so I personally never did it and jumped straight into the content of the article.
  18. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I think it depends on whether you feel like you can dedicate time to the application since it is very long and a lot of research has to go into it. However, I think that if you know the firm quite well and you can re-use some answers that you have written for other applications, then you can...
  19. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I think it is always worth applying to a law firm especially if you have already answers you could use from previous applications. I am sure that if your application stands out, they will give you an opportunity regardless of when you applied. However, I would encourage you to apply as soon as...
  20. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congratulations! Amazing achievement!

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