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  1. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yes this is the problem with anonymous posts and one-sided accounts: the firm might know that the candidate didn't bother turning up to classes (the universities provide them with this data), and decided to rescind as a result of this.
  2. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I would email them now saying "My certificates got lost during a house move, and I have applied for copies, however this will take up to four weeks, so might not arrive before the VS, would this be a problem?"
  3. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This was discussed here (et seq) https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/tcla-vacation-scheme-applications-discussion-thread-2024-25.8976/page-998#post-208427 Since there is a VI you will need to research about the firm as they're almost guaranteed to ask "why do you want to work...
  4. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I've seen to different approaches to this, depending on the firm. Firstly, I got a VS interview where I was specifically instructed to copy-paste the cover letter into the box, and address it "to the training principal". As such, I did "Dear Training Principal", and wrote it exactly like a...
  5. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/TrainingContractDeadlines
  6. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    W&S I haven't heard about, but GD sent me a PFO last Thursday (complete with generic application advice with a typo in it), so maybe login to allhires to be sure your PFO didn't get spam filtered or something.
  7. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Right, but I'm saying the only reason to change your normal work accessories is because you don't want to give the impression that you come from a privileged background. However, law firms are not looking to hire only people from deprived backgrounds, but widely, on merit. They are not tossing...
  8. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Don't see how it could be, it's a professional accessory that costs the same as a soon-to-be-ewaste iPhone. It's not like the defendant turning up to a fraud trial in a Lamborghini or something - you don't have to pretend to be from a disadvantaged background if you're not!
  9. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Yeah my app shows like this within Allhires when i view it: Training Contract 2027 Vacation Schemes 2025 Intakes: Choice 1:Spring Choice 2:1st Summer Choice 3:2nd Summer Given that the TC deadline is 30 March, I would try and get yours changed to a 'both' application, if possible
  10. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    To clarify, I probably have at least 30 different questions that I've answered in application forms, and the specific application questions for the VI (Fox Williams) I'm preparing for were: 1. why should we select you? what sets you apart from other candidates? 2. which of our core sectors...
  11. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    They said during the AC that if you ticked the 'training contract' in addition to 'vacation scheme' when you applied via allhires it is not necessary to make a separate application for the TC.
  12. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    On the topic of application questions, is there generally a difference between VI questions and application form questions in terms of what you could be asked and how to answer it? I have collected my application form questions, which tend to be 250-300 words, and have answers to everything...
  13. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    It's not putting the blame on anyone, I am speaking from my own personal experience. I have always (up to the present day) been pretty much indifferent to my appearance, and have also in the past been mostly close to people who are not particularly bothered. More recently I have close personal...
  14. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    The government recognises being unable to make appropriate clothing choices for a particular occasion as an aspect of disability (typically autism), scoring 2 points on a PIP assessment. I think it is helpful for neurodiverse (would-be) lawyers to be aware that something that they might not...
  15. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I'm not sure it's material, brand or price. This is the Japanese Ambassador, who is always immaculate. He is very popular in the UK and part of this is obviously his enthusiasm and charm, but also his attention to detail in his appearance, as illustrated in this picture: never a hair out of...
  16. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I think that's a bit exaggerated: you can buy a cheap second-hand suit and wear it to your one-week VS (or a new one, and return it, as I suggested), and people are not going to judge you because it's polyester or whatever. It's however a part of the research process of becoming a lawyer to at...
  17. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Did anyone get a VI from Fox Williams? How was it?
  18. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    That's pricey! You could stay overnight might save something on the morning train!? but they might not reimburse the hoteleither!? (Bethnal Green Travelodge £65)
  19. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    It depends on your personal style (or lack of it), but I think a 3-piece suit is too much. Just get a 2-piece (matching!) single-breasted suit (grey/navy, typically), tie, shirt (probably white), black Oxford shoes. One thing I can advise is that: * Charles Tyrwhitt have a student discount...
  20. trainee4u

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Received five emails in relation to applications today. Honestly law firms need to learn how to give their emails appropriate subjects. > RE: Your application to Winckworth Sherwood - Application marking update - No reply required". ^^^ This is a "we're still checking apps" follow-up. Clear...
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