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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I’d suggest holding off until after the events — attending the open days will give you stronger insight into the firm, which you can then reflect in your application. That way you’ll be able to show a more genuine and informed interest in Taylor Wessing. They would take these event dates...- ZNadeem
- Post #747
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! That’s perfectly okay. Longer ongoing cases or trends can work really well, especially if you can explain the wider implications and why they matter to clients.- ZNadeem
- Post #737
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! If this is your only chance to apply to the firm this cycle, then yes — definitely submit. You’ve got nothing to lose, and if they want you, they’ll still progress your application. Since you’ve already completed two schemes, you could go straight for the TC. That said, bear in mind that...- ZNadeem
- Post #736
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! There’s no need to tailor your work experience section to each firm — I never did. Realistically, the competencies firms look for are broadly the same. The crux of a strong work experience section is to: Provide a bit of context on the role. Be detailed on what you actually did and how...- ZNadeem
- Post #735
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Application Guidance
Hi! For Q1 (“Why a career in corporate law?” + “What makes you a good candidate?”) Go straight into why corporate/commercial law with 1–2 focused paragraphs, using a PEA structure (Point, Evidence, Analysis). Then add a final paragraph on why you’re a good candidate for this firm’s trainee...- ZNadeem
- Post #2
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Intro - Hi <3
Hi Ritu, welcome! That’s so exciting - huge congratulations on starting your LLM at LSE this fall! Wishing you all the best as you settle in and start navigating the application cycle - you’re definitely in the right place here for support and advice. Looking forward to hearing how your journey...- ZNadeem
- Post #4
- Forum: Introduce Yourself Here!
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Documenting my journey to (hopefully) a TC 💎
Good luck!! It sounds like you’re going into this cycle with a really strong foundation — a first, paralegal experience, and some open days already under your belt. Treating it as your “real” cycle is such a good mindset, and starting with Sidley’s Winter VS is a great first step. Wishing you...- ZNadeem
- Post #2
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I’d start by identifying the firm’s key sectors, then pick the top 2–3 that interest you most. From there, do a quick Google/FT search to spot current trends or developments (that may provide a big opportunity) in those areas. That way you can move beyond broad themes like “AI” and instead...- ZNadeem
- Post #719
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
No worries! I’m not completely sure, as my university didn’t have a term 3 for my particular course, so I’d suggest emailing your uni to clarify how they define term dates. A letter of approval wouldn’t allow you to work more hours than your visa permits, but it may still be required by the firm...- ZNadeem
- Post #718
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I’d suggest choosing a deal that the London office was at least involved in, since that makes your answer feel more tailored to the office you’re applying to. That said, for the written application stage, it should be fine to reference a US-led deal if you want to evidence your interest in a...- ZNadeem
- Post #715
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Motivation for insight scheme
Hi! I’d structure it like this: choose 2–3 clear USPs of the scheme (the environment might not be the best to mention, since you haven’t experienced it yet). Then, use a PEA-style approach (one para per USP) — explain why that aspect resonates with you and analyse it by describing how the scheme...- ZNadeem
- Post #2
- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I echo the great advice above by Vera. Just to add: it’s not necessary to explicitly list skills for every experience, as this can be overwhelming and take up space that could be better spent describing your role and what you actually did in projects or tasks. The skills will usually come...- ZNadeem
- Post #34
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I’d focus on making your commercial awareness as tailored as possible. A good approach could be: Build a solid grasp of big world events as well as key UK macroeconomic issues (listening to the FT podcast and reading a few articles regularly is enough to keep up). Deepen your understanding...- ZNadeem
- Post #688
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I wouldn’t worry too much — if your cover letter is written by you and grounded in your unique experiences and background, it’s clear that it isn’t AI-generated. These tools aren’t perfect and often give false positives, but law firms are far more interested in whether your application shows...- ZNadeem
- Post #687
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I know it can feel overwhelming, especially when grades aren’t where you’d like them to be. I would suggest to really highlight the experiences you do have and structure your applications well so that your other strengths shine through. Firms do look for well-rounded people, and showing...- ZNadeem
- Post #686
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! When answering "Why our firm?" questions, it’s definitely appropriate to mention conversations you’ve had with people at the firm — including future trainees. Framing it as, “as I learnt from X at Y event” can help show genuine engagement and make your answer more tailored. Just make sure...- ZNadeem
- Post #684
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Becoming Jessica Pearson (An International Student's TC Journey)
Hi! I fully echo Vera's fantastic advice. They genuinely don’t want a legal or commercial topic. People have successfully written about things like cancel culture, Taylor Swift, or Formula One—just something that shows curiosity and engagement.- ZNadeem
- Post #8
- Forum: My Training Contract Journey
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SQE answered revision books
Hi! I’ve just started my SQE at BPP and I’d say the Revise SQE books are amazing! I’ve been using them myself and they also have great reviews from everyone I speak to. That said, I completely echo what Amma mentioned — the most important thing is to use whatever works best for you, while making...- ZNadeem
- Post #3
- Forum: Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) Forum
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! Not vexing at all :) As Vera mentioned above, I’d give it a few days — sometimes firms upload the application form a little later than the date they’ve announced.- ZNadeem
- Post #31
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Open Day and Insight Scheme Deadlines 2025-26
Hi! I would say generally no, but I’d still suggest submitting the applications as soon as possible.- ZNadeem
- Post #26
- Forum: Applications Discussion