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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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<blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 223120" data-attributes="member: 42112"><p>Hello!</p><p></p><p>I'm well, thank you - I hope you are too! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> Absolutely, I'm happy to share my thoughts on this question.</p><p></p><p>For that kind of question ("<em>Why are you applying and why would you be a good candidate</em>"), you'll want to balance both your motivation and your personal qualities/skills. A good structure could be:</p><p></p><p><strong>1. Why you're applying</strong></p><p></p><p>Make sure that you show you've done some research into Wedlake Bell, and mention what genuinely attracts you to the firm. For example, their practice areas, client base, firm culture, or training programme. Try to link this to your own interests and previous experiences (i.e. you studied the subject at university, or you worked in a similar setting before).</p><p></p><p><strong>2. Why you'd be a good candidate</strong></p><p></p><p>This is where you bring in your skills, experiences, and personal attributes that show why you would be a good fit for the firm. You can definitely refer to examples from university, part-time work, volunteering, or any legal experience. For example, this could be communication skills you developed at a legal clinic, or collaboration skills from working within a university society.</p><p></p><p><strong>3. What you've learned or what you hope to gain</strong></p><p></p><p>With any open day application, it's important to discuss why you'd like to attend the open day specifically. You can round off your answer by mentioning what you hope to learn from the open day - it shows enthusiasm and a growth mindset!</p><p></p><p>In short: I'd focus half on motivation, and half on what makes you a strong candidate - whilst making sure you are discussing examples or experiences rather than just listing the skills or traits.</p><p></p><p>I hope that helps, and best of luck with your application! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Abbie Whitlock, post: 223120, member: 42112"] Hello! I'm well, thank you - I hope you are too! :) Absolutely, I'm happy to share my thoughts on this question. For that kind of question ("[I]Why are you applying and why would you be a good candidate[/I]"), you'll want to balance both your motivation and your personal qualities/skills. A good structure could be: [B]1. Why you're applying[/B] Make sure that you show you've done some research into Wedlake Bell, and mention what genuinely attracts you to the firm. For example, their practice areas, client base, firm culture, or training programme. Try to link this to your own interests and previous experiences (i.e. you studied the subject at university, or you worked in a similar setting before). [B]2. Why you'd be a good candidate[/B] This is where you bring in your skills, experiences, and personal attributes that show why you would be a good fit for the firm. You can definitely refer to examples from university, part-time work, volunteering, or any legal experience. For example, this could be communication skills you developed at a legal clinic, or collaboration skills from working within a university society. [B]3. What you've learned or what you hope to gain[/B] With any open day application, it's important to discuss why you'd like to attend the open day specifically. You can round off your answer by mentioning what you hope to learn from the open day - it shows enthusiasm and a growth mindset! In short: I'd focus half on motivation, and half on what makes you a strong candidate - whilst making sure you are discussing examples or experiences rather than just listing the skills or traits. I hope that helps, and best of luck with your application! :) [/QUOTE]
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