TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[Jessica Booker]

Just finished it. I'm a bit worried you've said 'the main statement is always changeable' - I didn't see this? There tended to be 2-3 questions per statement. Did the statement change slightly during the questions?

Also another quick question for anyone that did it - I actually had time left over at the end so was reviewing my answers. I was on the last page to submit but I technically 'timed out' and did not hit Submit at the end. Will my answers still be counted/logged? It changed to a window saying 'the test has now ended, you may close this window' or something similar.

@Jessica Booker ?

Yes, they will be logged given the message you received.

 

[futuretraineesolicitor]

Doubt it’s been lost - maybe just forgotten about or on hold.

Hello, Jessica. Could you please explain what you mean by "on hold" here. The vast majority of people on the forum who applied to Links haven't heard back. So, how does putting most people on hold work? What could possibly be going on? Thanks.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hello, Jessica. Could you please explain what you mean by "on hold" here. The vast majority of people on the forum who applied to Links haven't heard back. So, how does putting most people on hold work? What could possibly be going on? Thanks.

Literally means they are holding back from making a decision on your application until a time they need to. Could easily be while they see how other interviews go or because they need to confirm hiring numbers (and a whole other range of reasons).

 

[NW Law]

Hi guys,

I wanted to know how heavy Paul Hastings' emphasis is on academics? I have 3 Bs at A Level, and a First-Class degree at a non RG university. I have completed a mentorship scheme with them and attended an insight day, last year. I have also visited their office on two occasions. Should I still apply? I'd hate to put in all the work on an application, only for it to get tossed immediately because of my A levels.

Thanks!

If it helps, I have one C at A-level and a first-class from a non-RG. I didn't do a mentorship scheme but did do one of their insight days, and I was progressed to an interview. So I don't think you need to worry.

 

[jobless13]

Anyone heard from Clyde and co post AC?

How did your AC go? I have mine next week

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

Does anyone know if Memery Crystal is due to open applications at all this cycle?

 

[Inquisitive]

If it helps, I have one C at A-level and a first-class from a non-RG. I didn't do a mentorship scheme but did do one of their insight days, and I was progressed to an interview. So I don't think you need to worry.

That's really reassuring to hear, thanks 😁
Also, congratulations!

 

[commerciallawyer2910]

@Jessica Booker
i haven’t heard from Slaughter and May regarding their Direct TC. It’s been two months and they sent an email 3 weeks ago telling us they would get back to us soon — when is it acceptable to email them regarding the status of my application?

 

[Jessica Booker]

@Jessica Booker
i haven’t heard from Slaughter and May regarding their Direct TC. It’s been two months and they sent an email 3 weeks ago telling us they would get back to us soon — when is it acceptable to email them regarding the status of my application?

This post gives my opinion of when/when not to chase up: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy....ns-discussion-thread-2022-23.5995/post-136126

 

[ssssstttt1]

Has anyone heard back from CC after being put on hold for an AC?

 

[jomar]

Is Paul Hastings' TC application rolling?

No

 

[Momo]

Hi everyone, I d like to ask a question. As an international student, should I be focusing on putting out as many applications? My worry is if I apply to 5-10, I have to wait for another cycle and I do have visa limitations since I am graduating from my LLM this July.

 

[Cambam15]

Hi everyone, I d like to ask a question. As an international student, should I be focusing on putting out as many applications? My worry is if I apply to 5-10, I have to wait for another cycle and I do have visa limitations since I am graduating from my LLM this July.

I would suggest that apply to as many firms as possible because visa business is just hard.

 

[glaine]

Final partner interview for Fieldfisher coming up! How does everyone like to prepare for technical interviews? And practice techniques

 

[glaine]

Hi everyone, I d like to ask a question. As an international student, should I be focusing on putting out as many applications? My worry is if I apply to 5-10, I have to wait for another cycle and I do have visa limitations since I am graduating from my LLM this July.

I would worry about making sure you have at least one successful application by being selective and putting a lot of time into making contact with the firm and drafting the application. Graduate visas are costly if you are only going to be using it for a short period of time before a firm sponsors you, I'm in this boat myself atm, but the spray and pray application technique is known to be ineffective. Also, some firms will not be happy for your to reapply in the next cycle following an unsuccessful app.

 

[Momo]

I would worry about making sure you have at least one successful application by being selective and putting a lot of time into making contact with the firm and drafting the application. Graduate visas are costly if you are only going to be using it for a short period of time before a firm sponsors you, I'm in this boat myself atm, but the spray and pray application technique is known to be ineffective. Also, some firms will not be happy for your to reapply in the next cycle following an unsuccessful app.

Ah i see, thanks you for the advice! If lets say i cant secure a direct TC by this summer, what kind of jobs do you think i should be applying for apart from paralegal roles to maximise my chances of getting a TC?

 

[glaine]

Ah i see, thanks you for the advice! If lets say i cant secure a direct TC by this summer, what kind of jobs do you think i should be applying for apart from paralegal roles to maximise my chances of getting a TC?

I personally can't speak to that, I'm still in the LLB and have about 3 years legal work experience by pure pandemic luck. This has included running a firm's website and web articles, researching for active litigation and drafting some basic documents. In all the TC related interviews I've done so far the firms were more concerned with the contact I had had with their firm leading up to applying, eg open days, and soft skills.

 

[wiinghann]

Did you apply for a direct TC in London?

No it's the London-asia trainee associate programme. Just got the invitation of AC. Thank you!

 

[hopefulfuturetrainee24]

Final partner interview for Fieldfisher coming up! How does everyone like to prepare for technical interviews? And practice techniques

Hi which office / cycle is this if you don’t mind me asking 😌

 

[Momo]

I personally can't speak to that, I'm still in the LLB and have about 3 years legal work experience by pure pandemic luck. This has included running a firm's website and web articles, researching for active litigation and drafting some basic documents. In all the TC related interviews I've done so far the firms were more concerned with the contact I had had with their firm leading up to applying, eg open days, and soft skills.

Ah i see, does attending the firms virtual events count as having contact even though its not an open day?