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  1. Amma Usman

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey everyone, I had recently posted a Private Equity case study. I’ve left the floor open for discussions, so feel free to share your thoughts. I’ll be posting my thoughts on it by next Friday. Hope you find it useful… ;)...
  2. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey everyone, I had recently posted a Private Equity case study. I’ve left the floor open for discussions, so feel free to share your thoughts. I’ll be posting my thoughts on it by next Friday. Hope you find it useful… ;)...
  3. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @Zaraa.x , I am unsure about CMS specifically, but I know of people who have been allocated via 10KBI and the processes remain largely similar across firms - application form, Watson glaser, etc.
  4. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    @TrainingContract2024 , I know some firms have a silent rule where if you apply two weeks before the deadline if rolling, then that should be fine. However, differs between firms. If you feel unsure about your chances of being allocated to spring due to the proximity of the closing date, then...
  5. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @axele , the law firm profile for Goodwin is contained as part of the Law Firm Profiles course - I’ve linked this here; https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/tcla-premium/ . With regards applications, there would also be more information on Goodwin‘s process as part of the premium database.
  6. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Star Light , @Jessica Booker had already perfectly explained this so I don’t have anything to add. I have some tips from a more general perspective on deal dropping. It’s important to be mindful on how you include deals in your applications. I’d be weary of falling into the trap of...
  7. Amma Usman

    Private Equity Case Study - OPEN ENGAGEMENT ENCOURAGED ;)

    Hey TCLA Community! We’re back again with the mock case studies ;) This time around, I decided to take a different approach. I’ve included the case study below, and will leave the floor open for a couple of days so you can all provide your thoughts and ideas on the commercial and legal issues...
  8. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    @ashwright , wow - I must say, that is certainly another great way to look at it. I think you’ve shared a really important life lesson to everyone in this forum by saying that - it certainly touched me. Let’s all look at adrenaline from an EXCITEMENT perspective, and not from an anxious one…
  9. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yay! Great news! I’ve included a few tips below. It’s a mix of technical and soft tips, and I believe both are equally important for success; Relax the night before. I don’t recommend preparing hefty content the day before as it tends to stir one‘s nerves up before the assessment. Research on...
  10. Amma Usman

    Ask 4 future trainees ANYTHING! *New TCLA Team Members*

    Amazing! Glad its helpful ;)
  11. Amma Usman

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey @ellastevens , @Andrei Radu has made a great thread on this which I’ve linked below; https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/a-complete-guide-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/
  12. Amma Usman

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey @Az , for degree requirements, it’s generally a 2:1 or better. As for A-Level requirements, we made a thread on this, which I’ve linked below; https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/law-firms-a-level-requirements-list.9082/
  13. Amma Usman

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hey @sarahfw , hmm that’s a tough one… have you tried using this dash as a potential substitute for a bullet point (-)? Also, if the firm says you can reply in bullet points if you think it’ll make it clearer, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to do that. In my view, you will still be able...
  14. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @Smart water 0403 , Honestly, your approach to the question is solid, and you can certainly use either an academic piece of work or an example from your business experience. The key is to focus on the quality of the work you produced and your approach to ensuring it was of the highest...
  15. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @Legalgirl , just before @Andrei Radu jumps in.. My general approach is to always change each application answer, even if it’s been successful. Ideally, you would want to touch on areas you learnt from the open day to solidify your passions for the firm. Through the open day, you would have...
  16. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @_shims_ , huge well done on securing the WVS! I’ve included some tips below from a past post I made.
  17. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Well done on getting the open day @wordyversus ! I would say to just be yourself and enjoy the day! Also come with questions prepared beforehand on any topics you’d like to learn more about. I know you’ll have a fantastic time at GDC ;)
  18. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @emma.d , 1. If the firm doesn’t specify, then I tend to include ‘Dear Graduate Recruitment Team’. I know some firms specify this on their websites. For example, Slaughters require it to be addressed to Janine Arnold. 2. This also depends on the firm’s policy. Generally, for cover letters...
  19. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hey @emma.d , Yes, I usually take the approach of introducing myself first. This is a typical example of what I tend to include in the first introductory paragraph of a cover letter; I am currently a penultimate year law student at the University of X, applying for a position on X firm’s...
  20. Amma Usman

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi everyone, I’ve just posted a thread on how to identify a law firm’s competitors. It relates to a recent post I made, but expands on it in more depth; https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/guide-to-identifying-a-law-firm%E2%80%99s-competitors.9422/ Hope you find it useful...

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