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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi there, obviously I appreciate an application can always be refined or updated, but do you know whether firms can access/retain old applications and if not, how will they know whether or not you've updated your app?
  2. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    DLA has no deadline, only that it will stop taking apps once enough have been received. For various reasons I'd like to wait to submit my app next week but concerned that the window will close. Any ideas when-ish that will be? It opened on 16th September.
  3. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Sorry if this has already been mentioned but what about transcripts? Those are mentioned on the careers page but not explicitly asked for on the application form.
  4. M

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Do you know if any invites have been sent?
  5. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Big thank you for this
  6. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    For all those who've completed the Mishcon VI this cycle, how many questions were asked and how long did you have to prepare and then speak. Any pointers about the kinds of question asked would be hugely appreciated (competency, motivational, firm strategy etc.). Many thanks!
  7. M

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Is the situational judgement test from Kennedys automatic?
  8. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I have this question about Kennedys, too. If anyone has any ideas, I'd love to know!
  9. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Does anyone know if Kennedys want your individual module grade for university? They just write that they want the following: GCSE (or equivalent) A Level (or equivalent) Undergraduate degree Postgraduate qualifications PDGL (or other law conversion course) LPC or SQE Any other relevant...
  10. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Rejected from a few firms this week and wondering where I'm going wrong. Last year my apps weren't the best, and I only progressed after the initial application phase for 3 firms, with only 1 final round interview. I applied for c.15 firms in total. This, despite an improved CV and (what I...
  11. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Thanks so much!
  12. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi all - I've got the Latham SJT to do and have a few questions about the VI component at the end. First, how long do you have to prepare and how long do you have to speak? Second, without being overly specific, what sorts of questions are asked: e.g. competency, motivational etc. ? Thank you...
  13. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    what stage are you at? If you don't mind my asking.
  14. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Just been invited to interview with Katten. I would be so grateful if anyone with any experience with the firm/ who has interviewed with them could give me any advice/tips/ insight. Thanks so much!
  15. M

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I've been invited to Baker's VI for their summer scheme and was wondering if anyone could provide me with some insight into what I might be asked - are the questions motivation or competency based, or a mix between the two? Should I expect a commercial or even technical question? Has anyone done...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    @Jessica Booker - quick question about the Sidley application. They seem to only let you put 4 work experiences onto the form, so you have the choose your four most relevant placements/jobs. I have done this, but would like to allude to a 5th experience I have had in the 'why law' part of the...
  17. M

    Grade anxiety

    Hi there, I have a question about grades and appls for VCs/TCs. I have a 2.1 from UCL and a Commendation on the GDL from City. However, in my first year of uni I had a really tough time for non-academic reasons, failed 1 module, and nearly failed another. Neither of these actually counted...

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