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    LLM SQE course timetable at ULaw?

    Hi there, Yes, I think so. There isn't much going on for the induction week, other than checking your academic credentials, getting your student card, etc. Hope this helps!
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    thinking of giving up on commercial law

    Hi there, Sorry to hear that! Getting a TC is an incredibly gruelling and at times frustrating journey. As an international student myself, I understand how you're feeling. And much like yourself, law was the only career I've ever considered. If you're interested, I'm more than happy to have a...
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    Is it possible to get a TC without doing a vacation scheme?

    Hi there, It is possible to secure a TC through direct TC route. Most firms offer this option. You can find out which firms offer this via a simple Google search. As for which firms typically recruit from their vacation scheme cohort, you may find the attached thread useful. Hope this helps.
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    LLM SQE course timetable at ULaw?

    Hi there, It differs between SQE 1 and SQE 2 and between subjects: For SQE1, you have eight-taught FLK subjects (Main: Business, Criminal, Property, Disputes, Wills; Secondary: Ethics, Solicitor's Accounts, and Legal Services). Black letter is self-study. For the main taught FLKs, I think...
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    Spontaneous TC Journey

    Hi there, I thought I'd jump in here and share this thread with you. It has got some sources I personally used to learn about finance and some sources recommended by others in the community. If you're looking at developing your terms, Investopedia is a good place to start. A few key insight...
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    LLM SQE course timetable at ULaw?

    Hi there, I hope you're well. Attached is the timetable for the September 2023 course.
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    Pinsent Masons AC

    Hi there, No worries! My structure was a little different. I only had a motivation/competency interview and a case study analysis presentation. The intray exercise was done as part of the post-VS assessment centre for the TC (which also included another interview and case study). I assume...
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    Pinsent Masons AC

    Hi there! I did my AC with Pinsent Masons back in 2020. Feel free to drop me a message to discuss anything you want to know.
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    My journey as an international student, plus an AMA

    Hi there, More than happy to have a chat privately. Drop me a message anytime.
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    LLM Legal Practice (SQE1&2) at ULaw

    Hi there! The course structure depends on which provider you go with. Contact the university for course dates if you cannot find it. I'm currently with ULaw and my course structure is as follows (NB: Seminar days and times will vary depending on which group of class you have been assigned to)...
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    My journey as an international student, plus an AMA

    Hi there, thank you for your kind words! Of course, drop me a private message anytime!
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    My journey as an international student, plus an AMA

    Hi there! I've been on this platform for over two years now and I really admire the supportive community that's been cultivated. Reading about different people's journeys and advices has been inspiring, and so I thought I'd create a thread to share mine as well (in a narrative way). It may...
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    Missed A level requirement, but have Uni and GDL requirements

    Hi there! Well done on nabbing a high 2:1 and a distinction! I wouldn't worry too much about your A-level grades. Some firms can be quite strict with their requirements, but I think most firms will not be as quite strict. In any case, don't let your grades put you off from applying. There are...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi there, you may find this advice from @James Carrabino helpful (https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/tcla-direct-training-contract-applications-discussion-thread-2021-22-1.4199/post-113309). I also recall there were some discussions about the approach to Orrick's application...
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    International career changers help

    Hi there! Just going to preface this by saying you do not need legal experience to apply for and secure a VS or TC. I wouldn't worry too much about your grades because firms focusing primarily on your undergraduate and you've got a first. Firms focus more on what you write in your application...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi there! Firms will invariably give you deadline to accept or reject your TC offer by. They might grant time extensions to a candidate if they have other VS lined up or are holding other TC offers, but equally they might not. As far as I'm aware, there's nothing preventing a candidate from...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi there, I see this question as just another iteration of "why this firm". I think if they wanted to ask you why law, they would've just asked you that specifically. Hope this helps!
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    a confused law student's TC journey :)

    Hey, terribly sorry I missed this, it's been a busy few months. The names of the two firms are Dentons via their Legal Delivery Centre and Pinsent Masons via their Vario platform. It would be worth searching up recruiters for those departments, expressing your interest and shooting over your CV...
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    How to list IB grades in vac schemes?

    Hi there, I did IB as well. On my applications, I simply put TOK/EE – 2 points. They'll know what you're referring to. Hope this helps!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Hi there! If you're applying to an international law firm, it probably won't matter to them that you need a visa. The only thing that might hold you back is the work restriction on your visa, which if I recall correctly is 20 hours per week during term time. Just make sure that any vacation...

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