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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

jta227

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Hey guys, I had an AC today, but unfortunately I woke up extremely sick this morning. Since the AC I've been unable to move and have a very high fever. I didn't perform my best at all which is really frustrating as I did sooo much prep. Would you say it's worth sending an email to grad rec about it or will it just look super needy? I'm pretty positive I can get a doctor's note tomorrow if needed.
Similarly I have a VI to do before Wednesday - is it worth emailing them to potentially get it moved or do I just need to get on with it?

Thanks!
It's hard to say - honestly it depends on the firm. I had bad COVID late last year during a period in which I was meant to do a 3+ hour blended assessment (with 4 VI questions) - I couldn't get it extended and ended up doing it anyway whilst feeling horrible - in some of my VI questions I broke into coughing fits despite trying my hardest not to. I emailed afterwards and got a very boilerplate response about how candidates would hear back in the new year. I got rejected on Jan 3 (which is pretty early as judging by this forum people didn't start getting PFOs for that firm until like 3 weeks after that lol).

I can definitely see another firm being sympathetic for illness, but I think the overarching mindset is probably that if you do the AC then you were "fit to sit" as decided by you and thus they will take your performance at face value and say that you should have rescheduled (even though it's often not possible to reschedule with a few hours' notice)
 

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    Hey guys! This is a GDL related question. Is it possible for me to do a GDL in London while living in Oxford? How often do we have to attend in-person classes? Asking specifically for ULaw Moorgate
     

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    Hey guys! This is a GDL related question. Is it possible for me to do a GDL in London while living in Oxford? How often do we have to attend in-person classes? Asking specifically for ULaw Moorgate
    Hey! This year the in-person seminars have been on two days of the week and the days of these two days differ for each class. The lectures are recorded, but the seminars are not.
     
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    Amma Usman

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    if asked about a weakness in a law firm interview, is it ok to talk about imposter syndrome or is that a complete red flag for law firms?

    I suggest that it's important not just to state a weakness but also to demonstrate the steps taken to address it, the progress made, and how its improvement is being measured. That way, it shows self-awareness, proactivity, and a results-driven approach.

    As for imposter syndrome, it’s a tricky one. If framed well, focusing on how you’ve tackled it (e.g., through mentorship, self-reflection, or measurable achievements that have built your confidence), it could work. However, there's a risk that it might signal something else, which isn't ideal in a high-pressure legal environment. A safer approach might be to discuss a skill-based weakness and how you've actively worked to improve it.
     

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