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  1. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Congratulations on securing a place!
  2. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Many won't open until September or even early October (basically once law fair event season starts). This is last year's but at will give you an indication of what is available: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Winter-vacation-schemes-deadlines-get-your-applications-in-now
  3. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    This should have been actioned - please let me know if you are having any problems accessing our premium content.
  4. TCLA Community Assistant

    Some advice for a Law student?

    I would stress that qualifying outside of the U.K. is probably only going to make you more employable in the U.K. if you gain 2-3 years of directly comparable experience (eg working on similar matters/deal sizes etc). There is a risk that once you qualify in another country you will be over...
  5. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @kojo1102 - I’ll flag this to the team now.
  6. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    If they have said not to tell anyone, then I would take that as also not telling your trainee buddy unfortunately.
  7. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    The code that does exist is only voluntary and effectively is redundant - a firm couldn’t share information about you with another even if the code was formalised. You don’t need to overthink this you just need to renege your offer. The only issue is if you have received any financial support...
  8. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Not really - this is something everyone ultimately does. It needs to be something more unique and also ideally something that either hones skills/knowledge, or has a positive impact on others.
  9. TCLA Community Assistant

    Can I get a vac scheme with a 2:2 in first year?

    The first thing to stress is you have plenty of time to get a vacation scheme - they are not limited to next summer. For many firms it will be a challenge to assess your academic absolutises given your mitigating circumstances cover all of your degree (at present). They may look at your...
  10. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    They want to see that you keep yourself busy, have interest that keep you grounded (eg you are not a workaholic) and that you potentially do things that align with their values.
  11. TCLA Community Assistant

    Is a 2:1 LLB degree good enough?

    Yes - plus it isn’t just a 2.1, you have a high 2.1
  12. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    No need to PM me on this if you don’t want to disclose it. It is only if you are unhappy in the role/company, that I think it is worthwhile leaving.
  13. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    You could do this - I just think there is a gamble with doing this. You may find getting another role difficult or have a period when you are not employed, but at the same time being on three months' notice and only on a graduate visa means it would be tricky to move roles too. If you can...
  14. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I wouldn’t resign until you have a job offer - a lot of paralegal roles could wait a month for someone to join them - would only be interim roles that can have an immediate need for someone to join, and in that instance I wouldn’t suggest giving up a permanent job for a temp one.
  15. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    How long since your VS?
  16. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    If you PM me proof of purchase, I can do this as soon as I see the message. Unfortunately I don’t have access to information outside of the forums so wouldn’t be able to see this information, hence why I would need it sent to me.
  17. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    This is amazing news!! Double the congratulations on two offers (and thank you for your kind words!).
  18. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Definitely no need to repeat it - I would focus more on what you enjoyed about the work/how that motivates you to do the job you are applying to, rather than focusing on what you did.
  19. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    No - there is no need for you to include these cover letter formalities as it is a personal statement.
  20. TCLA Community Assistant

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    No - it isn’t a cover letter so you can just start with your opening paragraph.

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