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    D&I and Representation

    "Where it concerns the criminal justice system, I think there is a strong case for having a representative legal profession, but insofar as white-collar corporate law, I am not convinced that this is a necessity." " there is a stronger case for ethnic representation in criminal justice as...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Is anyone going to the Kingsley Napley Open Day tomorrow?
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    No, still nothing... I don't think anyone has heard back yet...

    No, still nothing... I don't think anyone has heard back yet...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    They had an insight session yesterday where the very same question was asked. The response was no longer than 500 words.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Artic Shores - Games Based Assessment
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Any updates on Latham Singapore VS? Massive congrats. What number cycle are you on?
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    Unsure what to do - feel like a failure

    What about finding a role as a paralegal in a high street firm, qualifying there and then with a few years of exp moving into the type of law firm that you are now after?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Number 6: (6a) Start a Tik Tok/Linkedin/Instagram or YouTube page telling people who have been rejected from TCs, how to get TC's even though you may not (when you start the post) have a TC yourself. (6b) Get 10K followers. (6c) Get a TC yourself. (6d) Tell everyone who still hasn't got a TC...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    My Application Summary Credits: @Legalstalker FYI: a mixture of winter, spring and summer vacation schemes + a few direct TCs Total applications this cycle ~ 47 Rejections post app: ~ 10...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Anyone have any idea when Stephenson Harwood usually get back to applicants with regards to their Spring and/or Summer Vacation scheme?
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Goodwin Direct TC PFO
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Just being more specific, linking it to the work of the firm and why you are interested in it and how your skills meet it So before I would regurgitate what I found on the website etc... Example: You are an international firm with 35 office's around the globe which really interests me BECOMES...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I'd love to join. I learn with every application I make and at each stage I get to... But it would be great to just be a one-and-done applicant. I know several people who got a TC within just 5 applications. I get through post-app for most firms, can get through case studies, can get through...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Weightmans PFO Tried to diversify my applications this year and applied to Weightmans Leeds Office I thought it was a safe option. Obviously not, lol
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    15 - but that's a mix of Vacation Schemes and Direct TCs FYI: I do try and apply early, and not on the deadline day...so I suspect many people will have these same firms in future (e.g. Baker McKenzie) PLUS: someone asked about dealing with rejections... I deal with a rejection by writing...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    For those who got the Akin PFO post test and for those who got to the TI stage, what were your test strengths and weaknesses?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    What does this mean? That I passed the assessment but they just don't want to employ me😝 Anyone else get this?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    “These placements are for those looking to gain experience in a City practice and will give participants experience of life at the firm and the work our lawyers do“ Work placements (Law Careers Net) “...specifically target students that meet our diversity priority criteria ie BAME, social...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Buyer side: Having the regulatory approval will most likely increase the price. If you have already negotiated a price pre-regulatory approval, then the seller cannot increase it. Property example: If you are selling land, and Buyer 1 is a house builder and has the intention to build 1000...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I've had 5 ACs across previous cycles so I feel well qualified to answer this question (sarcasm) I'm not sure about common reasons but here are some DO NOTs that I have done. 1. Don't get into an argument with the Partner on the interview panel during the interview. I don't mean a discussion or...

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