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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Truthfully, I never found there were many opportunities on offer to anyone even after consistently asking them - better to try your luck with some other agencies like Ryder Reid as well. Of course, since I stopped using Flex there may be more on offer, but from my experience there weren’t! Sorry...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Unless the firm specifically says to you there is a chance, I am not sure the two can be equated. There is always the unexpected, but the devil is usually in the details. It is worth an ask, however.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I know that rejection must have been painful, but ultimately you must remember that you beat THOUSANDS of students to get that place on the VS at that firm. I remember a partner on my vacation scheme told me that, even if I didn’t get the TC at the end, having the VS on my CV was going to make...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    It is a very basic assessment on some contract law principles. I didn’t really study for it, but I did have background knowledge from my LLB!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    LOVE to hear this! Congratulations :)))
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    Who to ask to be a personal reference?

    Hi @sumi-na , I would still ask for a personal reference from someone you know well from a professional setting. The info on Michael Page is correct - typically someone who knows you well and has witnessed your achievements/performance and can talk about those in enough detail. Friends and...
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    Chances of securing a vacation scheme

    Hi @mark34 , Congratulations on your excellent A Level grades and your 2:1 in second year despite your mitigating circumstances! In my personal opinion, applying once you have your final year grades will be your best bet. That does not mean you cannot apply now, but some firms have a no...
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    TC getting pulled?

    Agreed - anything below 20% is usually not flagged anyway!
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    Career changer advice please

    Hi @LegalMaven , Before anything, I want to say how incredible it is to have achieved a First Class degree despite the challenges you were facing at home and with your health. Just reading about your experience to date, you have a strong foundation for a fantastic application. In terms of how...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    If there were definitive mitigating circumstances were you able to resit the exam without a cap? If there isn’t a cap, it is probably still considered a first-sit. If not, you have been up-front with your circumstances and it is for that firm to make a decision on the matter. Chatting with GR...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Adding onto Jess’ answer - it depends if there were mitigating circumstances around the resit or whether it was a case of not passing the first time? Do let us know and we can chat through it again!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @Mike Wazaoski, Under the TCLA premium membership, you can gain access to numerous law firm profiles - see here. Hope this helps :) Laura
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I would focus specifically on the details of the activities/experiences and what skills you gained :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    YAYYYY
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @InvesmentBanker ! Make sure, as Jessica says, to quantify your experience - numbers really do catch GR’s eye! Equally, as @RANDOTRON explained, follow the STAR method. I would add that making sure you really have tailored the answer to your experience rather than being very generalised. As...
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    TC getting pulled?

    I know how anxiety-inducing your situation is and how it is easier said than done to stop worrying about it, but realistically it is not a problem right now. I’m always doing the same (jumping the gun), but there is no need to make a problem where there isn’t one. If the issue does materialise...
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    Quick First-Year Grades Check

    Well done on finishing first year! Realistically your first year grades, whilst indicative of potential overall performance of your degree, are usually worth at most only 1/3 of your degree, but typically less. You are averaging at a 2:1 which is the required grade to qualify for a TC at most...
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    Failing the LLM modules on LPC?

    Agreed with Jessica - it wholly depends whether the LLM element was a voluntary part of your TC or not. Have a look at what your contract says!
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    LPC or SQE?

    I have just completed the Fast Track LPC and whilst I haven’t myself completed the SQE, I have witnessed friends go through the process. It is objectively a more intensive course even though the content is very similar (except for a few additional courses like Tort and Land law). At BPP, we took...
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    possible 2:2 in first year, do i still apply for vac schemes in second year?

    These grades at not the end of the road at all ! How much does your first year contribute to your degree overall? As long as you are on your way to a 2:1 (the requirement for most firms), you should be okay! I would do this by throwing yourself into your studies next term and demonstrate some...

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