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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
any help would be really appreciated!- berocca567
- Post #115
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi everyone, How do people go about answering a question like: In your view which personal qualities make a successful lawyer? Do you bring it back to yourself (I.e. a lawyer must be analytical.. I was analytical when....), or do you keep it impersonal?- berocca567
- Post #78
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
I did my HL WG over a month ago, and still haven't heard anything.. is anyone else having similar, or have they just forgotten to PFO me ? Has anyone received an AC invite at all- berocca567
- Post #5,851
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Anyone know when the application deadline is for BPP pgdl starting january 2026? I.e. if I get a TC offer after a WVS (december), would that be too late? would I have to apply pre-emptively- berocca567
- Post #21,775
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Also, how much would you recommend mentioning preferred practice areas in applications/interview? If I said I was really interested in capital markets, for example, would that seem too closed off?- berocca567
- Post #21,557
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Does anyone know how late you can apply to do the PGDL? e.g. if I convert my VS, i'd want to start in september – this means I'd only know in July/August, can you stilll apply then?- berocca567
- Post #21,556
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
How likely is it to get a Direct TC or even a VS having graduated from a non-law degree? is there any point at this point- berocca567
- Post #20,350
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
If a 'cover letter' is just one question on an application form, alongside other standard questions (e.g. 'What's your proudest achievement'), do you still need to structure it with 'Dear Graduate Recruitment', and introduce yourself? It isnt as a document but just in an answer field- berocca567
- Post #20,340
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Sorry to interrupt the dress code conversation. I was wondering in application questions, when you come across a 'What is your proudest achievement' type of question, does it have to be something interesting that really stands out? I.e. my real proudest achievement is getting a first at...- berocca567
- Post #20,295
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Does anyone know if the mayer brown test includes recording videos? or is it just written questions. I need to know where to take it- berocca567
- Post #3,177
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Does anyone have any Cappfinity advice? Also, does it involve any video element?- berocca567
- Post #19,951
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Thanks, me too! Do you plan on working somewhere else and reapplying next year?- berocca567
- Post #16,984
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
May I ask what year most people are in on this forum? I am a graduate and have not secured anything this cycle... should I be giving up?- berocca567
- Post #16,978
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
How do people deal with all the rejections/ not hearing back? Honestly it's taken quite a mental toll and the idea of waiting for the next round makes me feel sick. What can I do in the meantime to make myself a more desirable candidate?- berocca567
- Post #16,744
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Were all Mishcon Vi invites sent out at the saame time then? :( No hope for those who havent received?- berocca567
- Post #16,673
- Forum: Applications Discussion