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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    https://www.assessmentday.co.uk/watson-glaser-critical-thinking.htm#free-watson-glaser-practice-tests
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    The deadline will always be short for winter. Give it a go, then move on to your next application
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Isn't that just what reading and reviewing ought to do? 🥲I'm getting old
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    As in getting ChatGPT to write out your answers!?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If you've finished it and the deadline is the end of the month, submit it? Can't win the lottery without buying a ticket
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    something different: hobby, award, other work. STAR method for the answer
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    Grades dealbreaker for TC and paralegal?

    These grades are fine. A "low" 2:1 in your eyes is a 2:1 nevertheless
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    You're anxious because you care and want to work hard to convert it into a TC. Relax, you've done well to get that far! Have self confidence and faith in your abilities and it will more than likely come across to the staff who are supervising you
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    Work experience in big international law firm OR Paralegalling | HELP

    Two weeks for an unpaid position where you may well be limited to admin is not substantial. Get to work, if you can, and start building up genuine experience in time, and start seeing what areas you like
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    Leaving a TC - advice needed!

    I would finish your TC then explore new opportunities in an NQ sphere. The majority of people have less than glamorous trainee experiences so you're not alone, me included. Don't give up!
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I don't think telling a lie (even a little one) is a good look in the legal industry. Particularly when dishonesty is so frowned upon. Sadly I've been unpaid on numerous internships and disclosed that
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yeah this weird comment is totally related to a link I shared about staff having magic hats on their website chap
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Are you telling me that ROF's Bonkers Law Websites isn't PEAK journalism? https://www.rollonfriday.com/news-content/firm-blesses-staff-unique-website-profiles
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    This is a very, very strange and childish post. Completely nonsense and unhelpful for the forum (posted by a premium member too!?)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    To be honest, I started applying for smaller/mid-size firms rather than 'BigLaw'. I did apply to the odd larger one, or a small intake US, but they weren't necessarily the typical ones we see on this forum. 9 time out of 10 my applications went past the written stage in my last 2 cycles I also...
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    Have I achieved 2:1 ?

    That's a 2:1 in first year, yes
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    Weil Training Contract Application 2025

    Sorry but the comments I'm reading here referring to grad rec as North Korea and taking a busy application season so personally is absolutely absurd. Trust me, I get the frustration and now that I've qualified I don't ever want to look back. The most productive thing you can do is leave your...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    There a way you can twist this to highlight your role, any challenges and your achievement (STAR method)? I guess you can sell the idea you've worked beyond what's typically expected at your level through example(s) rather than comparing yourself to others But take your line manager's words as...
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    Making the move from NQ Solicitor to in house counsel

    I’ve recently qualified and I’m working with a law firm who have a strong presence in banking, bridging finance and secured lending. I thoroughly enjoyed these transactions on my training so I’m excited to get more experience and specialise on these as a Solicitor In terms of a longer term...
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    Please be brutally honest, should I give up on becoming a solicitor at a MC/Top Uk law firm

    I got a low 50 in equity & trusts, graduated from Exe a few years back and am 2 months off qualifying. Nobody has ever mentioned it but instead Partners/interviewers have commented that my grades are exceptional. Also, you don't necessarily need to put all of your module marks in your CV What I...

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