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  1. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    The same thing happened to me when I was using my iPad. Try logging in on a laptop or computer system.
  2. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I thought they only offer DTCs for grads?
  3. Jessica Pearson

    Training Contract Advice

    Heyy @Elizabeth123 you’re welcome 💛. I don’t really have advice on coming to the UK from Nigeria but maybe look at firms that have offices and good standing in Nigeria/West Africa. For example, HSF Kramer has a top tier emerging markets team, and DLA Piper has an office in Nigeria (Lagos). Also...
  4. Jessica Pearson

    Training Contract Advice

    Hi Elizabeth, I am also an international student from Nigeria. The advice I would give is dependent on your current situation. If you just graduated from a UK university, then try getting a graduate visa which will allow you to work full time without any restrictions. This will give you the...
  5. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thanks queen x
  6. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Does anyone know what questions Ashurst has asked in the past for their winter vac scheme?
  7. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thanks. They just got back to me and I was waitlisted for the Bristol Office. What are the chances that I'll come off the waitlist? Because I don't think people decline vac scheme offers especially since this one is in Sept so it's not clashing with others
  8. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    So sorry to hear that. If you don't mind me asking, what office did you apply for?
  9. Jessica Pearson

    Becoming Jessica Pearson (An International Student's TC Journey)

    UPDATE I have been listening to the FT news briefing consistently (plus or minus one or two days). I'm still currently researching how to properly communicate my commercial awareness in interviews, so I had contacted some future trainees to ask for commercial questions they have been asked and...
  10. Jessica Pearson

    Becoming Jessica Pearson (An International Student's TC Journey)

    Hello everyone!! As the new application cycle is approaching, I have decided to create my own thread and keep myself accountable. A bit about me: I am an international student who recently graduated with a 2:1 from a non-RG uni and 3 Bs at A levels (was still getting used to the UK system at the...
  11. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I haven't heard back but I think it was labelled rolling because it seemed like they initially didn't have a deadline. Also for your second question, you should be fine. Most firms are looking for a 2:1 overall and some don't even have a minimum requirement.
  12. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I spoke to someone from HR at the firm, and she said that you'll still have to apply for a TC after the vacation scheme. I think it's because the application is quite straightforward.
  13. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    23rd Jan
  14. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Reed Smith pfo post-vi. 😭
  15. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    😭😂😂Three trains have passed in the last five minutes but I don't want to close the windows just yet because the cool breeze is keeping me calm. 🥲
  16. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Currently doing my Reed Smith VI. I live close to the train tracks and decided to do the VI at night for peace and quiet. As soon as I hit record, a train passed by! 😭😭
  17. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Reed Smith VI!! After I had given up hope. Thank God. Does anyone have any tips, particularly for the types of questions they ask in the VI (motivational, competency, strength)? For reference I applied on the deadline morning (6th Jan).
  18. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If I may ask, what email was this? The only email I got was from Vantage (Candid), which confirmed my application.
  19. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much. These questions are really useful!
  20. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I have an interview coming up with Farrer & Co, and this is what they told me they will be testing: "In this interview, we will delve a bit more deeply into your motivations to pursue a career in law, which areas of law interest you, your understanding of the role of a solicitor, and your wider...

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