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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
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Would definitely be down for virtual meetings!Sooooo, I know that vac scheme season is winding down and some people are thinking about applying for direct TCs by July. I was wondering how useful any of you thought it might be to start a casual, cool, and comforting application writing group? We could meet virtually (or in person) and gently offer feedback to one another on our application answers while we write together for about an hour each week? I used to form writing groups a lot in graduate school - they can be a great way to help each other out, meet deadlines, and be accountable.
Just an idea! The only rule is: no tearing any one downI'm curious to know how many would be into the idea.
Also for WBD, if I am currently doing the LPC (but not completed) shall I note it in the education section?
It says on the app: "When completing this education section, we only need to know about the Degree that you have chosen and where you studied and whether you have completed the GDL or LPC. We do not require you to input your GCSE or A Levels."
It says on the app: "When completing this education section, we only need to know about the Degree that you have chosen and where you studied and whether you have completed the GDL or LPC. We do not require you to input your GCSE or A Levels."
Hey they responded quite quickly to me to arrange feedback after mine! I’d definitely try ringing them tomorrow x
HSF Vac Scheme Offer after the AC today!!
Thank you so much @George Maxwell for your wise words (and recommending the Jake Schogger book!) 😁 Also to others who have posted on this forum with their experience 🙌🏼
Thank you so much @George Maxwell for your wise words (and recommending the Jake Schogger book!) 😁 Also to others who have posted on this forum with their experience 🙌🏼
Has anyone else not heard from Fieldfisher post app? I submitted quite late (02/02)
Yes plsSooooo, I know that vac scheme season is winding down and some people are thinking about applying for direct TCs by July. I was wondering how useful any of you thought it might be to start a casual, cool, and comforting application writing group? We could meet virtually (or in person) and gently offer feedback to one another on our application answers while we write together for about an hour each week? I used to form writing groups a lot in graduate school - they can be a great way to help each other out, meet deadlines, and be accountable.
Just an idea! The only rule is: no tearing any one down
To an extent this is simply something that comes with time - past a certain point, each PFO becomes a matter of increasing indifference. A big part of that though is that over time you learn to think about PFOs in ways that make them less crushing.
Not everyone thinks about it the same way or develops their thinking along the same lines, but some of my thoughts:
PFOs are an inevitable part of this process, and don't reflect on your merits as an individual or even necessarily the merits of your application/interview. Graduate recruitment is to some extent, for lack of a better word, capricious. Don't take outcomes to heart.
Things may not all happen for a reason, but if you don't move forward with a firm it may just be that they aren't a good fit for you at this point in your journey.
Careers are a project of many decades. Momentary and temporary setbacks don't mean that much in the grand scheme of things, and sooner or later you'll end up somewhere that really works for you and where you can meet your ambitions.
Hi, Did you attend the career focus day last year and if so do you have any tips for preparation? Thanks
Has anyone who has done a Baker Mckenzie VI for the summer vs heard back? I completed mine at the end of January and I've heard nothing since. Just want to know if ac have been happening or not...
@Rob93 this is eloquently put. Thank you for this post.
@catriona_g, I cannot add much to what Rob has said. However, what I will say is that I got a fair few rejections along the way and ended up where I wanted to be (at a firm I am proud of with a choice as to where I wanted to go). I know that @AvniD and @James Carrabino were/are the same. You are absolutely capable of doing the same.
With that being said, you will be a better candidate for having written that application or having completed that interview. Take some time away from applications, focus your mind on something (anything!) which is not a law application. When you feel ready, come back to the process with a fire in your belly 🔥
We are all here to support you in this process (that's me, the rest of the team and the community too, as Rob demonstrated with their fantastic post). Please reach out if you need anything.
I am rooting for you 💪
I would definitely be up for this! Please can I be added if you start oneSooooo, I know that vac scheme season is winding down and some people are thinking about applying for direct TCs by July. I was wondering how useful any of you thought it might be to start a casual, cool, and comforting application writing group? We could meet virtually (or in person) and gently offer feedback to one another on our application answers while we write together for about an hour each week? I used to form writing groups a lot in graduate school - they can be a great way to help each other out, meet deadlines, and be accountable.
Just an idea! The only rule is: no tearing any one down
I am currently working on my WBD application and I am a current full-time LPC student (January 2022 - October 2022) I have put it on my application in the education section (not yet submitted)
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