Log in
Register
Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
Log in
Register
Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
More options
Toggle width
Share this page
Share this page
Share
Facebook
Twitter
Reddit
Pinterest
Tumblr
WhatsApp
Email
Share
Link
Menu
Install the app
Install
Law Firm Directory
Apply to Paul, Weiss
Forums
Law Firm Events
Law Firm Deadlines
TCLA TV
Members
Leaderboards
Premium Database
Premium Chat
Commercial Awareness
Future Trainee Advice
Are you a future trainee?
We're hiring at
TCLA
. Apply by midnight on
31 March 2025
.
Apply Now
Forums
Aspiring Lawyers - Applications & General Advice
Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Reply to thread
Message
<blockquote data-quote="jacksollaf" data-source="post: 195439" data-attributes="member: 38681"><p>Don't be discouraged or think you're not good enough! Just take it easy and keep applying. For some reassurance, check this out: <a href="https://www.chambersstudent.co.uk/where-to-start/newsletter/law-firms-preferred-universities" target="_blank">https://www.chambersstudent.co.uk/where-to-start/newsletter/law-firms-preferred-universities</a></p><p></p><p>While it might seem that non-Russell Group universities represent a smaller percentage, this doesn't mean anything negative! First, many firms aren't exclusively picking from the <em>very top</em> universities like KCL, UCL, or Oxbridge. Instead, they're often recruiting from places like Manchester, Leeds, and York.</p><p></p><p><strong><u><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47)">JUST TO CLARIFY:</span></u></strong> I’m <strong><u><span style="color: rgb(184, 49, 47)">NOT</span></u></strong> saying these universities are bad—far from it! What I mean is that law firms aren't always focused solely on the so-called "top" universities; your university is NOT a dealbreaker guaranteeing you a spot! The higher percentage of Russell Group representation simply reflects the larger number of applicants from those universities. Comparatively, there are fewer applicants from non-RG universities, which naturally affects the percentages. For instance, for Magic Circle firms, LSE, KCL and UCL are in 7th, 8th and 9th place, being surpassed by unis like Bristol, Nottingham, etc... So don't be discouraged, keep applying, and you will make it!! We're all in the same boat with you 🙏</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="jacksollaf, post: 195439, member: 38681"] Don't be discouraged or think you're not good enough! Just take it easy and keep applying. For some reassurance, check this out: [URL]https://www.chambersstudent.co.uk/where-to-start/newsletter/law-firms-preferred-universities[/URL] While it might seem that non-Russell Group universities represent a smaller percentage, this doesn't mean anything negative! First, many firms aren't exclusively picking from the [I]very top[/I] universities like KCL, UCL, or Oxbridge. Instead, they're often recruiting from places like Manchester, Leeds, and York. [B][U][COLOR=rgb(184, 49, 47)]JUST TO CLARIFY:[/COLOR][/U][/B] I’m [B][U][COLOR=rgb(184, 49, 47)]NOT[/COLOR][/U][/B] saying these universities are bad—far from it! What I mean is that law firms aren't always focused solely on the so-called "top" universities; your university is NOT a dealbreaker guaranteeing you a spot! The higher percentage of Russell Group representation simply reflects the larger number of applicants from those universities. Comparatively, there are fewer applicants from non-RG universities, which naturally affects the percentages. For instance, for Magic Circle firms, LSE, KCL and UCL are in 7th, 8th and 9th place, being surpassed by unis like Bristol, Nottingham, etc... So don't be discouraged, keep applying, and you will make it!! We're all in the same boat with you 🙏 [/QUOTE]
Insert quotes…
Verification
Our company is called, "The Corporate ___ Academy". What is the missing word here?
Post reply
Forums
Aspiring Lawyers - Applications & General Advice
Applications Discussion
TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Top
Bottom
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
Accept
Learn more…