TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24
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DLA just sent me a Withdrawal because they've filled all their spots, really wish I'd applied earlier! Something to bare in mind if I'm not successful this application cycle I suppose.
Has anyone heard from Dechert?
If it’s WG like test I might as well move AG to my PFO list now 😭
Describe why a career in commercial law appeals to you. What skills do you think are needed to be a successful commercial lawyer? (300 words max)
What's your opinion on the best way to approach the second part of this question? When answering questions regarding the skills necessary for a successful commercial lawyer/ trainee solicitor, I typically state the skills and link them to my personal experiences (demonstrating that I developed the skills required throughout my journey). However, due to word count limitations, especially after explaining why commercial law in the first part of the question, I find it challenging to cover both aspects. Should I blend the answer why commercial law where I state my experiences with the skills necessary?
My draft right now is: why commercial law for the first part, and the skills needed to be a successful lawyer for the second part (without stating how I developed those skills).
What's your opinion on the best way to approach the second part of this question? When answering questions regarding the skills necessary for a successful commercial lawyer/ trainee solicitor, I typically state the skills and link them to my personal experiences (demonstrating that I developed the skills required throughout my journey). However, due to word count limitations, especially after explaining why commercial law in the first part of the question, I find it challenging to cover both aspects. Should I blend the answer why commercial law where I state my experiences with the skills necessary?
My draft right now is: why commercial law for the first part, and the skills needed to be a successful lawyer for the second part (without stating how I developed those skills).
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Highly unlikely but you may get asked for feedback on both how you thought you tackled the task both as a group and individually (eg you performance).
For people who are waiting on Latham, this is their response:
'We are currently in the process of reviewing your applications and wanted to inform you that we are making steady progress. We understand that you are eager to hear back, and we are working to complete the reviews as efficiently as possible.
Our aim is to communicate the outcomes to you by the end of the month. We appreciate your patience as we work through the volume of applications to ensure each one receives the attention it deserves.'
'We are currently in the process of reviewing your applications and wanted to inform you that we are making steady progress. We understand that you are eager to hear back, and we are working to complete the reviews as efficiently as possible.
Our aim is to communicate the outcomes to you by the end of the month. We appreciate your patience as we work through the volume of applications to ensure each one receives the attention it deserves.'
London and I submitted on 7th November. They encouraged me to apply again, but they'll probably send that to everyone they Withdraw haha!
Just got my Latham Spring AC invite, I could literally cry. It's my first ever AC, God is good😭
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