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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, has anybody got an invitation to attend an in person open day by A&O Shearman? It says it’s for people studying in London so I filled out the form (just name etc. no Q’s about grades or motivations) and automatically got a place? I just thought this was a bit random so wanted to see if...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They're also non-rolling so you might as well wait to apply to see if you get an open day
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi, I am currently writing an application and one of the questions is asking about what qualities a lawyer needs. I know in the past people have been successful when talking about things like communication, teamwork etc but these are more skills than qualities. Does anybody have any advice on...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi Jessica, I PM'd you as there is personal information that I do not wish to disclose on the forum. Really I am asking for your opinion on my situation and do not wish for others to weigh in. No worries if you cannot reply though, thank you
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi Jessica, I sent you a PM a while ago, please could you check this out, thank you :)
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    Hi, does anybody know of companies that offer in-house legal training contracts? So far I can only find PwC and Deloitte - thanks.
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    Is it worth doing applications with poor second year results?

    Personally, I think if you have still averaged out with a 2:1 you will be fine. Some firms require a 'good' or 'strong' 2:1 whereas others just require the 2:1 almost as a screening thing. If the rest of your application is really good I don't think it will affect you that much as it is mainly...

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