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Recent content by FM302989

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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Not really sure the question makes sense? If they ask you what your degree result was, you can proudly say a 2:1 which is considered a good degree. A minority get a 1st but firms will not compare candidates based on a degree result alone
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Treat it like a normal cover letter. - Address it to the head of grad rec/HR unless another name is suggested - Para intro to yourself, what stage you're at - Why PC, their training and the work they do and how you'd be a good trainee as a result - Brief paragraph on extra curriculars etc...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I wouldn't. You'll likely get the itinerary on your first day
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Still attend - nothing to lose
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    No, it can be outstanding, practical experience. That's how I started my legal career. I was able to work closely with a partner on deals and could sell 'why law/why a particular' much better
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This sounds like a Bradstone Allington style scam
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I think the key takeaway from this news is the ‘dishonesty’ element when these decisions are published. That’s why the punishment has been severe. Whether it’s accounts breaches, behaviour, or the classic ‘briefcase left on train’ scenario, honesty is taken seriously This is something that’ll...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Given the examples used, the seniors may be correct in some ways. The flip side is juniors are paid far too high meaning that targets and expectations need to meet that billable hour/billing 3x salary minimum
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Exactly! Sadly you only really get the chance to understand law firms and even personally what areas you enjoy after working there. I had Partners ask questions such as 'any legal developments that we or our clients should be aware of'. If anyone is interested in property/finance, you could...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Okay how so? I'm sorry I'm really not understanding how it would or how someone would be expected to answer a question like that
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yes this is what I was looking for. Agree with this
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Okay, well I don't work in employment law (one field I suppose would be interested). I've not heard it discussed even in passing anywhere else
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Does it affect legal advice though?

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