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Hey everyone! In case you don’t already know, TCLA has a chat function for our Gold members, where TCLA Community Managers regularly monitor and respond to ongoing discussions. If you have burning questions about drafting an urgent email to a firm, struggling with an application, waiting for...- AvniD
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
I once had a written assessment where I missed a key issue that was right in front of my eyes- took me 5 minutes to find it while the interviewer sat in silence while I frantically scanned the assessment for answers! I still got the job 😅 Sometimes what an employer is looking for is whether...- AvniD
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TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Hey everyone, Thank you to everyone for contributing to this thread. Please continue the discussion in our new general discussion thread here. Useful Links TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23 (for vacation scheme applicants) TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications...- AvniD
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Hey everyone, Thank you to everyone for contributing to this thread. Please continue the discussion in our new thread for direct training contract applicants here. Useful Links TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23 (for vacation scheme applicants) TCLA General Discussion...- AvniD
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In-person AC/VS next cycle?
It seems likely but I figure that there will be some allocations for virtual ACs, owing to how convenient and cost-effective they've proven in the past few cycles.- AvniD
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3 Vacation Schemes - 3 Rejections
I don't think I could've said this any better! @Moon you've done son well by reaching out for support on the forum and trying to find a way to bioynce back. The first, and most important, order of business is to take care of yourself and be extra kind. You've worked hard and made it through to...- AvniD
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Visa Panic BPP?
I would 100% write to the visa team. They need to be clued into what's going on with you, why there are so many delays and what support they can offer to help you during this period. The post-pandemic staff shortages and backlog is largely to blame for visa issues around the world and as far as...- AvniD
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Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!
Completely agree with Jess' response!- AvniD
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Converting your vacation scheme into a training contract - top tips in 2021
@mailer massive congratulations on securing a TC! This post is so informative and you're clearly adept at reflecting on your journey and extracting value from it- this so commendable! We hope that you'll join the Junior Lawyers' Community and continue your association with TCLA beyond securing...- AvniD
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Do you know what type of interview this is? And yes, confirm the start date for sure and let us know what they say!- AvniD
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
In 50 words, I would state one thing about the firm's ethos, the TC structure/job profile, the type of clients and deals and/or the career opportunities available that stand out to you. There simply isn't enough space for you to explain why these things stand out to you so you're probably better...- AvniD
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I don't think your international status would be a consideration for not giving you the job if you've already got the right to work via the graduate visa.- AvniD
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How old is too old for Vacation Scheme Applications?
The added pressure of getting a TC by an X age or by 2023, 2024 or 20XX makes a process that is already quite competitive, stressful and emotionally testing that much more challenging. This is difficult to do, no doubt, but setting aside age or time related concerns can be really beneficial for...- AvniD
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Taking time off to do winter/summer schemes
This is super tricky as it depends on your firm's policies around taking time off beyond the duration that they have made allowances for and your relationship with the firm itself. There is also the added consideration of conflict of interest, which means that you cannot simply do a vac scheme...- AvniD
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Ask TCLA's New Community Managers Anything!
@Shreya26 my best tip for answering why this firm is by tying it back to what you're looking from your TC and career. Say you want to train, and possibly practice, in private equity one day. Then one way to demonstrate that you're interested in applying to an XYZ firm for this reason is by...- AvniD
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
This has been so heartwarming to read! Seeing the forum come together in these ways is one of the best parts of my job. Working together is so much more productive and healthy than engaging in unnecessary competition, and this will 100% make working in commercial law that much more joyful. So...- AvniD
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Should I accept the TC…
@SophdoesLaw thanks for providing this detail. Could it be possible that you maybe idealised the firm a bit too much and got disappointed when it broke the image you had of the firm? This would happen to me at times and I realised that it was partly because I wasn't viewing the firm as a whole...- AvniD
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LPC or SQE?
@nisadee you've got some great responses already from the forum and the only thing I'd say is if you're self funding, really just go with the option that 1) makes you most comfortable re the prep/testing mode 2) makes most sense financially. At this point, there's no real difference between...- AvniD
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UK student wanting vacation scheme elsewhere
I know of a few peers from university who landed TCs in the UAE and the process was similar to the UK- make an app, sit a few tests and interviews etc. You generally do receive financial support for flights but how much could vary firm to firm. Best thing to do imo is email firms about these...- AvniD
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Should I accept the TC…
Hi @SophdoesLaw! First off, a big congratulations for landing a TC! What aspects of the vac scheme did you not enjoy? And do they have all the practice areas you're interested in training in? Lastly, how is this particular clause in the contract worded? You can DM me with it if you want. I...- AvniD
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