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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Thank you so much!- Prudentia
- Post #515
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
WG test from Clifford Chance received. Sunday is the deadline. I'm actually really enjoying all the practice tests and I've asked ChatGPT to make practice questions that are even harder than the actual test. Can anyone who has done the real thing provide any insight into the difficulty?- Prudentia
- Post #508
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Finally hit submit on my first DTC application for this cycle to Clifford Chance! That application took me about a week even though the application questions amounted to about 600 words.- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I haven't been to an AC at a law firm, but I would be very surprised if any were held at weekends. They tend to be held during business hours.- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I couldn’t find it either. I assumed applications for them aren’t open, so I’m applying for the DTC.- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I'm so sorry to hear you're feeling low. Unfortunately, rejection is just part of the game. Having been on both sides of the recruiting table, you can do everything right and still not get the job. Getting a rejection doesn't always mean you're a weak candidate. TCs/VSs are highly competitive...- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I always assume I'm still in the running until I've heard otherwise.- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
If they’re still accepting applications the answer should always be “YES!” Don’t strike yourself out prematurely because of an arbitrary deadline.- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Seems like a stock answer. I got a similar message from White & Case when I got a PFO. I wouldn’t read too much into it. Focus on making your vac scheme application as strong as possible!- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
This is such a good question! It’s good to remember that a rejection doesn’t mean you’re a weak candidate/not good enough for the firm. A lot of recruitment is subjective and can ultimately come down to sheer luck. Secondly, I find it useful to reframe rejection as redirection. I have been...- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
This is my first year applying, so I can't speak to what it was like in previous years. However, I would imagine it has become a lot more competitive.- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
I found the W&C Open Day application quite hard. Granted, it was my first (and only) one so far. If I was to critique my application, I would say I perhaps didn’t emphasise why I need to attend the open day. But I will also be at their event with Legal Cheek at 4, so see you then!- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
White & Case Open Day PFO on my birthday! It’s my first rejection this cycle and it’s my top firm. Slightly disappointing, but onwards and upwards. Now to the vac scheme application. 😅- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Well done for getting into so many open days! Has it helped you decide which firm/s you’d like to go for?- Prudentia
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Has anyone applied for either of the White & Case open days and heard back?- Prudentia
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Congratulations on the TC offer! Personally, I would just apply to firm 2 this round. You’re in a strong position and you’ve got nothing to lose (which can actually make your application stronger). Worst case scenario is you don’t get an offer for firm 2 but you still have an offer for firm 1...- Prudentia
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Is anyone else approaching associates/partners from the law firms they’re thinking of applying to for tips and advice? I’ve asked a senior associate at one of the MC firms I’m applying to and have a meeting with them next week to discuss the application and hopefully gain some useful tips.- Prudentia
- Post #218
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Late 20s career changer - finally taking the plunge and pursuing law!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Abbie :)- Prudentia
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Hello - I'm a mid-30s Career Changer
Hi John, Lovely to see another career changer here. I echo what Abbie said - you clearly have a lot to offer any law firm as you have so much professional experience. I’m in a similar boat to you and what’s helped my mindset is reframing the question from “why me?” to “why not me?” That’s given...- Prudentia
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Late 20s career changer - finally taking the plunge and pursuing law!
Hi everyone! It’s so lovely to be here and to read through everyone’s stories. I’m a career changer who is looking to (finally) stop being scared and pursue a career in commercial/corporate law. I wish I had done law much sooner as it has always been an interest of mine. My A level grades...- Prudentia
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