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  1. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hey @pfoapplicant, I know that your post was some time ago, but personally when I applied to Akin Gump, for example, I only referred to them as "Akin Gump". Nowhere in my application did I write "Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld". I used Chambers student for reference on this. If a firm's...
  2. George Maxwell

    Totally screwed up video interview

    Hi @Roxana Tudosa, I wanted to add to what @AvniD has said on this: From my experience, firms can take up to a month to process VIs (and still progress you!). So try not to stress too much and definitely do not assume it is a rejection! Happy to answer any follow-ups :)
  3. George Maxwell

    Clifford Chance - Details of Previous Rejections of TC

    Hi @sandralai, Adding to what Jessica said, I really like how she has rounded off the answer in her post (i.e., outlining how the feedback has been acted upon in a specific and tangible way). This is essential for the detail you should include, as it shows that you are willing (and able) to...
  4. George Maxwell

    Preferred practice area - first or last seat?

    Hi @Breeg345, So my thoughts on this differ slightly from Jessica. I will caveat this by saying this is purely a. the approach I would take and b. what I was told during my vacation schemes. I have been told that it is not a good idea to list your first preference seat first. This is...
  5. George Maxwell

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @nkji500, Congratulations for getting progressed to a TC interview with CC! That's fantastic news. I am sorry to hear about the IT role, but getting a training contract offer is a huge achievement. I cannot answer your first question. However, in terms of commercial awareness resources, I...
  6. George Maxwell

    What are the major differences between US firms? (in terms of their works)

    @AvniD this article is fantastic!
  7. George Maxwell

    Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!

    Hi @Casual, I know that @Jessica Booker has already touched on this, but I thought that I would say, from the way you have phrased "this will be useful at X" is not adding anything at all to the answer. You want each sentence in an application to tell the recruiter/reviewer something new or...
  8. George Maxwell

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @Hele25, This is a great question. I think, if you are still struggling with this, it might be a good idea to start a new thread, or to add to an existing thread related specifically to Ashurst/application questions. I think you will get a better response that way! Posts on this thread have...
  9. George Maxwell

    What are the major differences between US firms? (in terms of their works)

    Hi @John Doe, Really interesting thread to have started. 👨‍🎓 To kick things off, here are five ways of finding further information about US firms in London: 1. One useful resource (although it doesn't seem to cover some of the firms you mention) is The Legal 500 (for example, linked here is...
  10. George Maxwell

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi @YJyj, I agree with @Abii here. I would have a conversation with the firm. My concern is that it might tie in with their cohort start dates. If you were to do the accelerated LPC when the rest of your cohort did the normal route, you may not be able to start earlier anyway. Of course you...
  11. George Maxwell

    Hogan Lovells Application 2020/21

    Hi @golden99, Do HL normally send out a WG test automatically after submitting an application? If so, then yes I would think enough time has passed. If this is the next round of the process I would continue to wait personally for a week or so. @AvniD do you have any thoughts on this?
  12. George Maxwell

    Feeling Lost

    @F1_Legal I am really sorry to hear that. It sounds like you are doing/have done the right thing in taking some time away from the process in the meantime. Please do reach out if you would like anything. I am here for you!
  13. George Maxwell

    Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Interview question

    Hi @Lauren, I am really happy to hear that you found our thoughts helpful. I told you @James Carrabino would have some interesting ideas 🥸! It is great to hear about your background a little too. I hope that you are enjoying your experience as a paralegal. I know that it can be tough(!)...
  14. George Maxwell

    Feeling Lost

    @Jane Smith thank you for sharing this! 🙌
  15. George Maxwell

    Slaughter and May Vacation Scheme Cover Letter

    Thanks for the tag @AvniD! I agree with this post. I would try as much as you can to make your answers personal. Link aspects of the firm to your background and experiences, albeit, if you can, in a natural way. If you have strong, well-developed reasons for taking an action your application...
  16. George Maxwell

    Free Month of TCLA Premium (Bronze) - Every Week From Monday!

    This week I would like to nominate a relatively new user to the forum, @Jake Rickman! I have been really impressed by your posts, Jake. Not only do I wish you the very best for your upcoming Slaughters interview, but I really admired your approach to giving advice to a fellow user on this...
  17. George Maxwell

    Slaughter and May Vacation Scheme Cover Letter

    Thanks @AvniD! Apologies for not getting back to you sooner about this @Crystal86 I seem to have missed your reply. 🥸 I think Avni has put it extremely well here. 🚀 Your basic structure is a strong and simple one. I do not have much to add. In particular, Avni's point about linking back to...
  18. George Maxwell

    Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Interview question

    Hi @Lauren, Great question. I think this is tricky honestly. A strong way to start thinking about this question (as with all interview questions) is to reflect. Ask yourself where you actually see yourself in 10 years, rather than answering what you think the firm would like to hear. I think...
  19. George Maxwell

    pre employment checks for VS/TC

    Tagging @Jessica Booker again as I believe that she is best-placed to answer this!
  20. George Maxwell

    Accelerated LPC and Visa Concerns

    Just tagging @AvniD to see if she has any further thoughts on this!

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