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Prior knowledge required for an AC?
Hey @Apple, I would say that a basic understanding of the strong practice areas of the firm you are applying to is important, especially for you. You might get a question regarding your favourite practice area and why, so a basic understanding of them would allow you to respond in an...- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Interviews Discussion
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New on Linkedin, i would love to connect with you all :)
I hope that this forum will help you achieve your goals and good luck for your journey!- axelbeugre
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- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
I think @Jessica Booker provided an exhaustive answer with which I agree so I would definitely follow her advice! Most of my work experiences were unpaid but I put them in the work section and I only put the university associations, sport and things of this nature in the extra-curricular or role...- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Yes, it is important that you do as it will allow you to explain why you want to become a commercial lawyer as you were already exposed to the industry with such a valuable experience. And it also makes you an interesting candidate because if a firm wanted you enough to give you an offer, other...- axelbeugre
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
@mkt I would definitely agree with this. You really need to show that you are interested in everyone at the firm. I do not think it will set you apart significantly so I would not mention it if it is not necessary to show your genuine interest to the firm. I would perhaps keep it for the...- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Yes! I had a friend who was non-law graduate who did it this past summer and also got an offer so I will confidently say yes!- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Congratulations!! Good luck with it!!- axelbeugre
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4
I perfectly agree with @Jessica Booker, I think you should emphasise how you worked on this feedback and how you subsequently became a better candidate than last year. I specifically would mention potential courses you could do online on case study analysis, or an internship you have done where...- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Congratulations! The second stage is the final one and I did it online too! It consists of two interviews. The first one is based on your CV, your experiences and your motivations. The second interview is an article based interview and it is pretty straightforward. You then have a discussion...- axelbeugre
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
I think you should say I. I always used ''I'' because law firms always say that you should focus on what you did specifically and how you contributed in teamwork experiences.- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
In this answer, I would stick to a 50-50 split and so you can spend 85 words more on less on 2 reasons why you want to become a lawyer at the firm, and then 2 key skills that you have and you could bring as a lawyer, like attention to detail and teamwork. You then link them to an experience...- axelbeugre
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Hey @Standardlawapplicant, I am very sorry for this, however I would focus on the fact that you have now a good amount of feedback you can learn from. As much as you might be defeated, I would encourage you to be extremely proud of yourself for even getting to the assessment centres stage...- axelbeugre
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Clifford Chance single essay question
Yes, this is the best approach in my opinion! When I was applying to CC last year, this was the advice I got from many future trainees I knew and I got through the first stage!- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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HSF Winter Vacation Scheme 2023 AC Tips
Hey @jl30, First of all Congratulations for obtaining an AC with them. I know how hard it is to just get an AC from them so you should be so proud. In terms of tips I would say: Brush up on your commercial awareness. The HSF interview, differently from other firms, is very commercially...- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Interviews Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Congratulations!!!- axelbeugre
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Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2023-24 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)
I think Goodwin accepts penultimate year non law student, Cleary too but I am not really sure. I am sure there is a list on the internet somewhere so it might be worth looking there!- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Hey @Cynthia14, I think it depends on the time of mitigating circumstances you need to describe but generally speaking I would recommend explaining in one or two sentences the issue you dealt with and how it significantly impacted your academic/professional life (perhaps including tangible...- axelbeugre
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
I would say to reach out to them and explain the situation. I am pretty sure you are not blacklisted or anything but a simple explanation will go a long way, so I would do that in your shoes. However, congratulations for getting the open day, it is already a good achievement in itself!- axelbeugre
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Congratulations! Huge Achievement!- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
Thanks so much @LegallyBrown for sharing your experience, this will give hope and inspiration to many!- axelbeugre
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- Forum: Applications Discussion