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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    My intake won't be next year but the year after, do you think it could matter even if it doesn't impact the start dates? (I know some firms really care about you passing on the first go)
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    PGDL law foundations course info

    Hi! No worries at all. You are right. There are no lectures. They are workshops which means you have to self-study/prepare the content and come to class ready to tackle some group work. It can get really dense so if you fall behind, it is ok. Just try to do as much of the main readings (the...
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I have a question regarding grades of a self-funded course. If you receive a TC offer but have already self-funded your PGDL and got the necessary requirements on your undergraduate degree, if your grades come out and (worst-case scenario) you failed and exam or got a mere pass, does that risk...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I agree with everyone on the fact that it's completely wrong to say that a paralegal role reduces your chances from being successful at TC applications. If anything, they make you a much stronger applicant. I was unsuccessful in my first two rounds of TCs. I thankfully secured an in-house...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I always use the PESTLE or SWOT analysis for written exercises. Also, I memorize the firm's practice areas and incorporate how each department can help the client with their issue. Hope this helps x
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I think (i) depends on the type of firm. I personally feel like it really works well for me when I answer 'why law' with some personal story and what made me realize that this is the right field for me. For example, the fact that it is a service-industry and the human interaction. Definitely...
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    They said they are still doing interviews this week. They told me they need 1-2 weeks to respond!
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I believe they are doing their AC on 31st Aug and already sent invites
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    PGDL law foundations course info

    It will be Public Law 1, Contract Law, Company Law and Tort Law for Semester 1
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    PGDL law foundations course info

    Hi Lillith, I'm completing my PGDL now with BPP. There are no textbooks so you will not be sent anything. Everything is online on their platform (BPP Hub). You will automatically have your timetable on your calendar on your outlook. They won't send it as a file. One thing I wish someone told...
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    Dentons Middle East Training Contract 2022/23

    Hi! When did they get back to you with a phone call? I have not received any emails yet

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