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Application Work Experience Sections
When I was making applications, I'd generally keep each work ex between 75-100 words in a paragraph format.- AvniD
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
Linking my best tips here! All the best 😊- AvniD
- Post #329
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23
I think that if the LPC was that big of a consideration for the firm, they simply would not have offered you the role. Possibly the other paralegals have been there longer and so they are more known to the office? It could also be a slight down period for the firm in terms of workload and that's...- AvniD
- Post #108
- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
If it is your first year overall grade, and your overall grade for uni, then my best guess is that you could simply select 'obtained'.- AvniD
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Re-applying to firms after they rejected
Completely agree with @Alison C! If you do get to the interview stage again, ensure that you show the firm that you have grown your motivations for a career in commercial law at the firm through work ex, introspection on what worked and didn't in the last cycle and detailed examples that...- AvniD
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Hello everyone !
Wonderful @att.beyza.kocabiyik.! I hope all your professional and academic ambitions come to fruition soon and looking forward to seeing more of your posts here on the forum! 😊- AvniD
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- Forum: Introduce Yourself Here!
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Hello everyone !
Welcome to TCLA @att.beyza.kocabiyik.! Looking forward to seeing more of your posts! 😊 Are you hoping to practice law in the UK as well?- AvniD
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- Forum: Introduce Yourself Here!
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
The trick lies in presenting your international work experience in a way that it translates to the UK context. Demonstrating knowledge of and experience in deals and contracts is an especially great way to do this, which I think you will be able to do without any trouble, given your paralegal...- AvniD
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
Congratulations @SCN! Very happy for you 👏👏👏 We do not have any job openings currently but I do hope that you'll keep posting on the forum and supporting our members by sharing your experiences and advice! Now that you are a future trainee, I also want to encourage you to join TCLA's Junior...- AvniD
- Post #595
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
Know their website inside out and have a good grip on their recent deals and firm news. Try to find a link somehow- maybe an article written by their Chairman/London Managing Partner, a YouTube video of a talk/conference the firm spearheaded or attended that resonated with you. And in the...- AvniD
- Post #260
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Which firms are harsh on academics?
I've always taken a high 2:1 to mean above 65% so somewhere between 66-69. Just to add that if you have mitigating circumstances or other context that may explain a lower grade, then you have to take this into account too- don't let the high 2:1 requirement deter you from applying in such a case!- AvniD
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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HSF vac scheme after first year scheme
I would change your answer for the topic as well to show variance between the two applications. It's extra work but ensures you've made the effort to demonstrate growth.- AvniD
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- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
How long has it been since you last applied and submitted your cover letter? If something like 6 months has passed then I would strongly advise you to look at parts of your cover letter that specifically dealt with your motivations for a career in law at the firm and see if there is scope to...- AvniD
- Post #256
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
Hi @S87! You could mention all these things but it may be presumptive to say that your research shows that you're a good candidate for the firm and it may also be unnecessary to state for an application for a speed networking event, where the goal is to find out more about the firm and explore...- AvniD
- Post #253
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
I've always viewed a high 2:1 as being above 66% but this is probably best confirmed with the firm.- AvniD
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- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Resources to research firms' recent deals and clients
I found the firm's website, graduate brochure and news stories/recent deals published by them the most helpful in conducting firm research!- AvniD
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- Forum: Vacation Schemes Discussion
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TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23
I'd always be cautious about negatively portraying another law firm or department as a way to justify your motivations for applying as this doesn't convincingly convey what you actually like about the firm or department you've chosen. Accordingly, labelling other practice areas as money centric...- AvniD
- Post #98
- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
Just to say that you may not be able to prep every major news story in great detail so as long as you're able to identify the main issue within the story and the impact on the economy + law firms and their clients, you should be good!- AvniD
- Post #581
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23
1. You can include it in the end as you sign-off. 2. You definitely could do this, thought I have seen some people leave it off as well. This is generally the structure I'd use if I was looking to be as formal as possible. 3. Yes, this will help contextualise your positions of...- AvniD
- Post #184
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Scared to apply to TC
It's completely normal to compare 100% of yourself, warts and all, to the amazing 10% of someone else that you see and experience, but letting this hold you back can be a missed opportunity. Your background is so impressive and you've clearly taken the initiative to explore and demonstrate your...- AvniD
- Post #4
- Forum: General Discussion