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    Firms you can apply to multiple times in the same recruitment cycle

    Covington now do accept direct TC in the same cycle. :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Just in case anyone else is looking at doing this, you are only eligible for this Slaughter and May round if you are an ACTUAL LAW UNDERGRAD. I've just wasted a load of time doing (and submitting) an application, unaware of this. Most firms have an opening section which makes it clear if you...
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    Help buying/choosing professional clothing (especially for women)

    Hi Abii They are a bit studenty, but equally, you won't be refused a job because of them, it's just about how you feel. But if that's around your budget, you have plenty of leeway. What about a loafer - these look pretty smart...
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    University of Law - LLM LPC - Online Part-time - September/January start

    There is information on the U Law website including here: https://www.law.ac.uk/globalassets/13.-media--doc-repo/04.-students/programme-demands/pdf_students_programme-demands_lpc-msc-llm_pt.pdf Hope that helps!
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    Grammar tips

    PS another useful website: https://writingexplained.org/ton-vs-tonnes-difference?fbclid=IwAR0Xy7ktSDuY15kyes-imyWxXBry7kVXOIU7moJuyar1Fu_lx4naBumC34A
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    TC Application Writing Group

    I find it really helpful - it's one of those events that sort of comes in the middle of a nice empty patch (ie the timing can feel mildly annoying) but somehow enables me to focus on something in particular. I've been a number of times and only missed it when I had an event or holiday. Some...
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    TC Application Writing Group

    Just in case anyone is still wondering what Idin's FlowHuddle is about, he posted on LinkedIn recently and has had a load of new interest...
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    Help buying/choosing professional clothing (especially for women)

    It's a lively discussion, isn't it? :) I'd just watch what the partners/associates/etc do. I always find it handy to have a jacket/blazer to throw on to make myself look a bit more polished but there is no pressure. It's about feeling the part. It's no longer obligatory! But you are right to...
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    Starred Thread Awards (opportunity to win a free month of TCLA Premium!)

    Thank you ! I did hold back until the last minute but I do believe that the random apostrophe simply does not deserve to proliferate...
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    Grammar tips

    The thing about grammar in our native language is that we are so accustomed to using sentence structures automatically it can be difficult to change poor habits. However, there are generally lots of English as a foreign/additional language (EFL/EAL) teaching sites that tackle the technical...
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    Paralegal after LPC?

    These can pay anything from £100 per day (the Flex roles I've been looking at are around this mark, which equates to around the London living wage) to £30 per hour (this tends to be shorter placements but they can roll if the client likes you and they have more for you to do). I've recently been...
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    Let's hear about TCLA members' hobbies!

    @F1_Legal and anyone following F1 information: https://www.aspiringsolicitors.co.uk/f1-legal-vacation-scheme/
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    Help buying/choosing professional clothing (especially for women)

    Actual pictures of "white shoe lawyer" preppy types - and some other fun images! https://news.bloomberglaw.com/business-and-practice/fashion-the-law-who-cares-what-lawyers-wear-video
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    Clyde & Co assessment centre HELP

    Hi Mohammad @JM1998, who is a future trainee there, was helpful to me prior to my AC. Perhaps drop them a message? I'd say it's the usual stuff, just be sure you understand the clients and how current world issues may be affecting them. Congrats and good luck!
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    TC Application Writing Group

    And just in case anyone needs another nudge, this is Idin's latest email about 'FlowHuddle': This week's FlowHuddle will be taking as usual, on Saturday. I mentioned the community space I'm testing out in last week's email. Here's the link if you want to join. If you check it out...
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    TC Application Writing Group

    Also @sunflowerducks @GXA123, @Asil Ahmad and anyone else following, why not start a little chat between you (using the direct conversation function) and just start exchanging applications? This is really easily done, especially if you all organise a Zoom call and set some boundaries - eg who...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    How very frustrating! I completely agree with @summer207 . It's also worth noting that you are doing the responsible thing, exactly as they will expect of you when a professional. You cannot attend, and GR will undoubtedly have had to deal with situations of illness previously. It will be...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    There was a thread by a person who'd studied for SQE 1 independently and passed in one of the higher percentiles. It was within the last 3 months and showed great insight into how to tackle it. If you use the search bar and fudge about it will probably come up? Hope that helps!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I am so sorry to hear that you didn't get offered the job - also, that you are using the word 'failed' about yourself. This definitely needs reframing. Firstly, the firm failed to offer you a TC at the end of the VS, you didn't 'fail' to 'convert' IMHO. Secondly, the VS is a terrific asset...
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    Wellbeing Check-In: How's Everyone Doing?

    It's taken me until today to even notice the little personalised message in the floating bar at the top of the page, which gives some indication of my observational skills perhaps being in demand at the moment! I imagine that a few other people will be surprised when they notice too. I'm not...

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