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DLA Piper telephone interview?
Hi @bear88, congratulations on your telephone interview!! I do not know about DLA Piper specifically, but in my experience, telephone interviews were sort of a middle ground between a video interview and a face-to-face interview! In both the telephone interviews I did, I had to answer some...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
First of all, congratulations @LEL and @thirdtimelucky on securing vacation schemes! It is an exciting position to be in where you are about to experience the inner workings of a commercial law firm for the first time :) I have seen some great suggestions on this topic and I think that the...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I think usually the second interview (for those who progress) will be considered primarily in isolation. I know some firms where they look back at notes from an earlier interview if a candidate is on the borderline.- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Haha usually I got this in an interview so 250 words is a bit tight - maybe I took the wrong approach but I would always treat it as a very broad motivational question and go through how my life interests/experiences have led up to me making this application!- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I think a polite update is fine and some firms even want their vac schemers to do this for marketing purposes! A long emotional post thanking every friend and family member is personally not my favourite thing to come across on LinkedIn though 🤣 Also I find the 'Offer Holder' updates weird and...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I think there are three points at which you can work to prevent nerves negatively impacting your AC: 1. In the days/weeks leading up to your AC The first key to avoiding the wrong type of nerves is to be really well prepared. Now, this sounds obvious right? Well, the fact is that you will have...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I've heard of candidates receiving both positive and negative responses anywhere between a few hours and a few months!- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I do not know about Denton's specifically, but in my experience, telephone interviews were sort of a middle ground between a video interview and a face-to-face interview! In both the telephone interviews I did, I had to answer some questions about myself and my motivations as well as a range of...- James Carrabino
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Starred Thread Awards (opportunity to win a free month of TCLA Premium!)
For a chance to win a free month of TCLA Premium over the coming week, we would like your input on the following two starred threads: 1. ☆☆☆ SQE1 – FLK1 and FLK2 ☆☆☆ 2. ☆☆☆ Remote / Campus Studying for GDPL? ☆☆☆ We are seeking responses based on knowledge and expertise relating to the...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Hi @Amanpreet Kaur! I have written on how to prepare for paralegal interviews here, and I think the main to think about for an in-house role is that you need to demonstrate a sincere enthusiasm for the work the company is doing as it will be all you are working on! They may wish to know whether...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Perhaps @Jessica Booker will know what a skills assessment would entail? I could imagine it being anything from an online test to a competency interview, which isn't very helpful!- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
If it is non-rolling then it would not matter when you submit! Nevertheless, I obviously don't recommend leaving it to the last minute although I was guilty of doing that myself on occasion...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I would recommend this article, @Jaysen's advice here, this guide here and finally a forum thread on the topic!- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Yes, firms will often do this!- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
A lot of direct TC apps with spring/summer deadlines are non-rolling! Because a direct TC interview is the final stage of the process and the firm does not need to onboard candidates to a vac scheme, it is often easier for them to review apps altogether. If it is rolling then the standard as...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I wouldn't think it would necessarily be a write-off but could you e-mail them to let them know that you unintentionally pressed stop recording? They may let you do the first question again- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Hi @M991, this is an excellent question and you seem to have given yourself a pretty spot on answer as part of your second question 😊 To structure an article interview, I would start by providing an overview of the key issues in my opinion, before explaining the broader significance and the...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Hi @CorporateLaw101, congratulations on getting your first AC!! I remember that moment (including the exact day and time 🤣) for me - it is a big step in this process and one that you should be proud of :) My first tip is not to stress yourself out too much! Make sure you read up well on the...- James Carrabino
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
The trial of our Starred Thread Awards was a huge success and we received some excellent responses to the Texas Two-Step thread and the thread on the Bruce Springsteen Music Catalogue from @IRO and @gilo amongst others! Look out for upcoming Starred Threads which will give you the chance to...- James Carrabino
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Starred Thread Awards (opportunity to win a free month of TCLA Premium!)
Congratulations to @IRO and @gilo for becoming the first two Starred Thread Award winners!! Please reach out to @Jaysen to claim your free month of TCLA Premium :) I have now removed the stars from these two threads but look out for our next Starred Threads!- James Carrabino
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- Forum: General Discussion