TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

[Vacationschemeapps]

does anyone know how tough it is to clear bakers vi? I sort of did not make much sense in 1 question and stumbled since it threw me by surprise. I've seen that some people get through even so with other firms. Has that happened with Bakers before (since it's 33 TCs, I imagine competition to be much more?)

 

[machingkiubrian1234]

Is there anyone who is successful in applying to Freshfields? Please react if you are because I am seeking some advice for writing the personal statement, in preparation for the summer TC application window. Thanks!

 

[TC fiend]

Is there anyone who is successful in applying to Freshfields? Please react if you are because I am seeking some advice for writing the personal statement, in preparation for the summer TC application window. Thanks!

Hey, feel free to DM me

 

[machingkiubrian1234]

Hey, feel free to DM me

It seems that I can't start a conversation with you. Can you try PM me instead?

 

[James Carrabino]

For direct TC apps that are non-rolling, do they hold interviews only after the deadline in July?

That would be my guess although it is impossible to say with certainty!

 

[John Doe]

Does anyone know if Dentons host their ACs virtually or in person? I received an email from the Grad Recruit confirming that their ACs will be held through June-July. The problem is I may not be in the UK during that time......

 

[pobploy]

Does anyone know if Dentons host their ACs virtually or in person? I received an email from the Grad Recruit confirming that their ACs will be held through June-July. The problem is I may not be in the UK during that time......

I believe that if you are not in the UK they probably can arrange it to be virtual for you. I have heard of many international candidates who did this (albeit at other firms)!

 

[dg_burnham]

Has anyone heard back from Baker post VI?

 

[Vacationschemeapps]

Has anyone heard back from Baker post VI?

They said by 12th, I'm sure we'll know starting next week!

 

[TChopeful]

Hello, quick question. When writing one of my submissions, I wrote something under mitigating circumstances that I believed to be true regarding my education (this is going back 8 years now), but I realised actually happened after and is not applicable. I realise that if successful, they'll be taking into account something that had not actually impacted my grades, and I wouldn't want that to be the case. Should I email graduate recruitment and let them know I have made an error?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hello, quick question. When writing one of my submissions, I wrote something under mitigating circumstances that I believed to be true regarding my education (this is going back 8 years now), but I realised actually happened after and is not applicable. I realise that if successful, they'll be taking into account something that had not actually impacted my grades, and I wouldn't want that to be the case. Should I email graduate recruitment and let them know I have made an error?

I’d wait until you know whether you are invited to the next stage of the process, and then update them at that point if needed.

At that stage you should definitely inform them though.

 

[fabia123]

Did anyone apply to HSBC TC through Aspiring Solicitors?

 

[bppgdlgrad]

Does anyone have any experience with video interviews at Latham? What sort of questions do they normally ask

 

[John Abram]

Does anyone have any experience with video interviews at Latham? What sort of questions do they normally ask

Did you hear back from Latham post SJT for the direct TC??

 

[NaimK]

Bird & Bird VI

Anyone have any advice or direct me to the right place in these forums to get some insight? I have no idea what to expect.

 

[Law009]

Did anyone apply to HSBC TC through Aspiring Solicitors?

I did! I haven’t received any response yet. Have you heard anything?

 

[Vacationschemeapps]

any news post bakers vi?

 

[fabia123]

I did! I haven’t received any response yet. Have you heard anything?

No

 

[John Abram]

Has anyone heard back from MJ Hudson post AC?

 

[CamilleL]

Hi Everyone! I see that some of you received a video interview invitation from Latham, Congrats to you all! Can I kindly ask if you applied for the 2022 or 2023 TC? Thanks v much!