TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[laurabeaumont]

TC offer at my dream firm. I was rejected at the final stage of the TC application process for another firm that I loved last cycle which was so disappointing. I couldn't have done this without the support and information provided by this forum! It's really true - keep going and you will get a TC at the firm that is absolutely right for you.

YAYYYY

 

[laurabeaumont]

with regard to the white & case direct application - the section that asks "please give details of any interests and extra-curricular activities, including any positions of responsibility or achievements." is separate from the covering letter

should i treat this as the area to put my "why me" section from my covering letter? or still include a why me section in the letter? seems like theres a lot of crossover and not sure what would be different between the two

I would focus specifically on the details of the activities/experiences and what skills you gained

 

[laurabeaumont]

Does anyone know where we can find law firm profiles? I came across a list of a number of firms but not sure where that is located.

Hi @Mike Wazaoski,

Under the TCLA premium membership, you can gain access to numerous law firm profiles - see here.

Hope this helps

Laura

 

[laurabeaumont]

I don’t know the specifics for White & Case. I wouldn’t expect one module to weigh that heavily though. The only issue is if the firm has a general policy for sponsored trainees that they have to pass the LPC on first sitting, as they are likely to apply the same policy to self-funders too

Adding onto Jess’ answer - it depends if there were mitigating circumstances around the resit or whether it was a case of not passing the first time? Do let us know and we can chat through it again!

 

[Asil Ahmad]

There VS was apparently rolling but I applied in March for direct TC so I'd guess non-rolling.

I belive it is rolling recruitment

Thank you very much both for the response appreciate it.

 

[nthero]

does anyone know if the freshfields WG test is automatic? thanks!

 

[Zaidoz10]

Adding onto Jess’ answer - it depends if there were mitigating circumstances around the resit or whether it was a case of not passing the first time? Do let us know and we can chat through it again!

I talked about mitigating circumstances in the application, but yes it was a case of not passing the exam the first time. I believe the firm shifted to the SQE so I’m not sure how much weight the LPC holds.

 

[MPSMM]

Guys ! The deadline for White & Case is 16th July. Does it mean midnight today or till tomorrow midnight ?

Please join the thread to share and receive updates on the White & Case 2025 training contract application process. https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/white-case-training-contract-2025.7790/

 

[MPSMM]

Is a 1000 word cover letter too long for White & Case?

Please join the thread to share and receive updates on the White & Case 2025 training contract application process. https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/white-case-training-contract-2025.7790/

 

[Jaysen]

Hi @Jessica Booker, hope you are doing well. Could you please tell me, for the TCLA general mock interview, do we get the feedback during the same meeting? Thanks.

Hey @futuretraineesolicitor - yes that's exactly right. You get feedback in the same meeting

 

[MPSMM]

I don’t know the specifics for White & Case. I wouldn’t expect one module to weigh that heavily though. The only issue is if the firm has a general policy for sponsored trainees that they have to pass the LPC on first sitting, as they are likely to apply the same policy to self-funders too

Thank you, Jessica. Hi all - Please join the thread to share and receive updates on the White & Case 2025 training contract application process. https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/white-case-training-contract-2025.7790/

 

[MPSMM]

Took 2 years off to pursue other career paths and have come back! Just submitted my direct app for White & Case. ahhh

Please join the thread to share and receive updates on the White & Case 2025 training contract application process. https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/white-case-training-contract-2025.7790/

 

[MPSMM]

Hey guys is it worth applying to white n case for their direct TC if I didn't succeed with their vac scheme earlier this year?

Please join the thread to share and receive updates on the White & Case 2025 training contract application process. https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/white-case-training-contract-2025.7790/

 

[MPSMM]

Is there a word limit for the White and Case cover letter? As none has been specified, what is a reasonable word limit to aim for?

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[NMA]

not yet, any idea around when we can expect to hear back?

No sorry

 

[Asil Ahmad]

does anyone know if the freshfields WG test is automatic? thanks!

No it is not

 

[faccinidori]

Has anyone else still not heard from bakers for direct tc? I had my AC over 6 weeks ago…

Same. I received a holding email over a week ago stating they’re still finalising their TC decisions. Did you get that too?

 

[M0M007]

Hello @Jessica Booker , I hope you are doing well. I am currently applying to Latham's Direct TC and I have two questions:

1) For the "Why Latham" question, since they are highly ranked for several practice areas I am genuinely interested in, how would you suggest I explain my interest in their practice areas? Do I pick 1 only to maintain the depth of my answer?

2) For the following question; Please give details of your extra-curricular activities, and any prizes, scholarships, positions of responsibility, or noteworthy achievements that will support your application, would it be acceptable if I picked 3 specific activities/achievements/PoR and expand on them outlining the transferrable skills as well and then for the remaining activity/achievement/PoR, I simply list them?

I am asking because it seems that Latham removed the question of what transferrable skills will you bring to a trainee's role, so I wanted to fit both transferrable skills and all my other activity/achievement/PoR in the above bold question.

Thank you very much for always helping

 

[K2002]

Has anybody got a pfo from Withers after the first interview? I had mine over two months ago and have heard nothing but I have seen they are running AC's

 

[aspiringlawyer1000]

Same. I received a holding email over a week ago stating they’re still finalising their TC decisions. Did you get that too?

Yeah, received the same on like July 6th I think.