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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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<blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 226530" data-attributes="member: 42112"><p>Hey!</p><p></p><p>They do seem similar at first glance, but you can separate them by focusing on motivation vs long-term aspirations.</p><p></p><p><strong>1. "What motivates you to pursue a career as a commercial solicitor, and why do you see Akin as the right place to begin that journey?"</strong></p><p></p><p>Here, you want to explain:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Why commercial law? (e.g. interest in global markets, problem-solving, transactional work, client exposure, fast-paced environments, etc.)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Your motivation (what sparked your interest and what keeps you driven)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Why Akin specifically: link your interests to things that Akin is known for, such as: (1) standout practice areas, (2) lean team structure and responsibility early on, (3) international exposure, (4) culture / values you have researched, (5) training approach, (6) pro bono, and (7) recent deals that you have read about.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Make sure to link the why Akin to your past experiences - essentially answering why you want to pursue commercial law, and why Akin is the space that you particularly want to pursue it.</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong>2. "What are you looking for in your legal career, and how can Akin help you get there?"</strong></p><p></p><p>This is more forward-looking. I'd focus on:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">What you want from your development as a lawyer during your training contract (e.g. early responsibility, strong training, international work, high-value transactions, supportive culture, client exposure, etc.)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The kind of lawyer you hope to become (which could potentially link to your motivations to becoming a lawyer)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">How Akin enables that progression: tie specific firm features to your goals (e.g. pro bono opportunities, global platform, small intake, etc.)</li> </ul><p></p><p>I hope that helps! <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: 226530, member: 42112"] Hey! They do seem similar at first glance, but you can separate them by focusing on motivation vs long-term aspirations. [B]1. "What motivates you to pursue a career as a commercial solicitor, and why do you see Akin as the right place to begin that journey?"[/B] Here, you want to explain: [LIST] [*]Why commercial law? (e.g. interest in global markets, problem-solving, transactional work, client exposure, fast-paced environments, etc.) [*]Your motivation (what sparked your interest and what keeps you driven) [*]Why Akin specifically: link your interests to things that Akin is known for, such as: (1) standout practice areas, (2) lean team structure and responsibility early on, (3) international exposure, (4) culture / values you have researched, (5) training approach, (6) pro bono, and (7) recent deals that you have read about. [*]Make sure to link the why Akin to your past experiences - essentially answering why you want to pursue commercial law, and why Akin is the space that you particularly want to pursue it. [/LIST] [B]2. "What are you looking for in your legal career, and how can Akin help you get there?"[/B] This is more forward-looking. I'd focus on: [LIST] [*]What you want from your development as a lawyer during your training contract (e.g. early responsibility, strong training, international work, high-value transactions, supportive culture, client exposure, etc.) [*]The kind of lawyer you hope to become (which could potentially link to your motivations to becoming a lawyer) [*]How Akin enables that progression: tie specific firm features to your goals (e.g. pro bono opportunities, global platform, small intake, etc.) [/LIST] I hope that helps! :) [/QUOTE]
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