TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[Amma Usman]

does anyone know if bakers calls or emails to provide offers, I've recently had an ac with them

Though this differs between firms, typically, you will be contacted via phone following an AC or a VS regarding the outcome. If they can’t reach you by phone, they will likely send an email asking how to reach you, or send the offer via email. Though the former is more common.

 

[Amma Usman]

Does anyone who has passed a VI have any tips on how to structure your answer? Any tips will be helpful thanks

This will help - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy....de-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/

 

[GV]

This will help - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy....de-for-competency-interview-preparation.9380/

Thank you, I appreciate it

 

[legallady123]

I heard back from BCLP almost immediatley after doing the critical thinking test with a no. I am yet to hear back from Arnold & Porter.

Sorry to hear about BCLP, can I ask when you completed the test if you don’t mind sharing?

 

[yk1906]

Guys, any advice on Reed Smith VI? Would greatly appreciate a Dm

 

[B101]

Does anyone know how Ashurst’s partner case study differs to the online one?

 

[Tintin06]

Missing full stop in an application? Am I doomed to get rejected? This cycle has been totally exhausting. 40 apps submitted since August 1st. I am giving up this year. Just don’t have any motivation left.

 

[trainee4u]

Missing full stop in an application? Am I doomed to get rejected? This cycle has been totally exhausting. 40 apps submitted since August 1st. I am giving up this year. Just don’t have any motivation left.

I omitted an apostrophe and got through, so I think it's fine!

Good luck with the apps.

 

[Raspberry44]

Does anyone know how Ashurst’s partner case study differs to the online one?

Good question wondering as well, has anyone done the Partner interview yet? Would really appreciate the advice!

 

[Z48]

Does anyone know how Ashurst’s partner case study differs to the online one?

I did it a few years ago, if the online one is still written, the main difference is the partner one is discussed in the interview. You have some time to make notes (I think it was around 15mins), but you’re assessed by discussing/answering questions

 

[studentdelaw786]

Anyone heard from Haynes Boone yet?

 

[ReedSmithBecca]

Hi @ReedSmithBecca if i may piggyback on this - could you please confirm Reed Smith's 5 industry groups?

Hi, you can find them listed under "industries" under "capabilities" on our website.

 

[Daylight]

Hi @ReedSmithBecca just a quick one, do you consider the answers from the SJT and VI jointly? Thanks for being so active on here, it's really reassuring and nice to be able to communicate like this during the process.

 

[BillSikes]

Can't get password reset link for the application portal for the firm that rejected me at AC.

But I do get a password link for the burner account I made? 🤔

I'm sure I am just paranoid...

 

[eirake]

Did anyone get an email from slaughter asking them to send them your grades when you receive them? One of my friends did, they’re in second year and i’m a finalist but i’m getting worried about not getting it.

 

[BillSikes]

Did anyone get an email from slaughter asking them to send them your grades when you receive them? One of my friends did, they’re in second year and i’m a finalist but i’m getting worried about not getting it.

They have done this in previous years. I am sure my friend had the same previously and they never got invited to an interview.

 

[eirake]

They have done this in previous years. I am sure my friend had the same previously and they never got invited to an interview.

Sorry, by the same you mean they received the email or they didn’t? just trying to manage my expectations haha

 

[B101]

I did it a few years ago, if the online one is still written, the main difference is the partner one is discussed in the interview. You have some time to make notes (I think it was around 15mins), but you’re assessed by discussing/answering questions

Thank you so much!!

 

[InterestInPublicLaw]

Has anyone heard from Broadfield or TLT?

 

[wannabe_solicitor]

So Burges Salmon's work experience section says "In order to be considered for a training contract through our direct process we would like to see that you have completed relevant legal work experience....We classify work experience as paralegal or legal assistant work at a commercial law firm, partaking in a vacation scheme at Burges Salmon or another law firm or informal work experience at another law firm."

Technically I dont have experience at a firm, but I do have experience as an Ombudsman - would that count? And are they quite strict with it? thanks!