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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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<blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 232082" data-attributes="member: 42112"><p>Hi!</p><p></p><p>That's an interesting question - I'd perhaps think of it in two main parts:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The deal can be chosen more generally - this doesn't need to necessarily involve the firm. I would focus on picking something recent and genuinely interests you, as this will allow you to analyse it in more detail.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Your analysis is what matters most - make sure that in your answer, you show that you understand the commercial drivers, risks, and why you would want to act for that side.</li> </ul><p>When choosing a side to represent, there's no "right" answer - it's more about how you justify it, rather than which party you pick. It might help to focus on factors such as:</p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The commercial objectives of that party</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The risks they're managing</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Why that role would be interesting from a legal perspective</li> </ul><p></p><p>If the firm has a known strength that aligns with the side you have chosen (e.g. acting for lenders, sponsors, innovators, etc.), then you can make a brief nod towards that at the end - I would just make sure to avoid it feeling forced!</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: 232082, member: 42112"] Hi! That's an interesting question - I'd perhaps think of it in two main parts: [LIST] [*]The deal can be chosen more generally - this doesn't need to necessarily involve the firm. I would focus on picking something recent and genuinely interests you, as this will allow you to analyse it in more detail. [*]Your analysis is what matters most - make sure that in your answer, you show that you understand the commercial drivers, risks, and why you would want to act for that side. [/LIST] When choosing a side to represent, there's no "right" answer - it's more about how you justify it, rather than which party you pick. It might help to focus on factors such as: [LIST] [*]The commercial objectives of that party [*]The risks they're managing [*]Why that role would be interesting from a legal perspective [/LIST] If the firm has a known strength that aligns with the side you have chosen (e.g. acting for lenders, sponsors, innovators, etc.), then you can make a brief nod towards that at the end - I would just make sure to avoid it feeling forced! I hope that helps, and best of luck with your application! :) [/QUOTE]
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