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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Treat it like a normal cover letter. - Address it to the head of grad rec/HR unless another name is suggested - Para intro to yourself, what stage you're at - Why PC, their training and the work they do and how you'd be a good trainee as a result - Brief paragraph on extra curriculars etc...- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I wouldn't. You'll likely get the itinerary on your first day- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Still attend - nothing to lose- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
No, it can be outstanding, practical experience. That's how I started my legal career. I was able to work closely with a partner on deals and could sell 'why law/why a particular' much better- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
This sounds like a Bradstone Allington style scam- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
What is 'humankind'?- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
I think the key takeaway from this news is the ‘dishonesty’ element when these decisions are published. That’s why the punishment has been severe. Whether it’s accounts breaches, behaviour, or the classic ‘briefcase left on train’ scenario, honesty is taken seriously This is something that’ll...- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Given the examples used, the seniors may be correct in some ways. The flip side is juniors are paid far too high meaning that targets and expectations need to meet that billable hour/billing 3x salary minimum- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Exactly! Sadly you only really get the chance to understand law firms and even personally what areas you enjoy after working there. I had Partners ask questions such as 'any legal developments that we or our clients should be aware of'. If anyone is interested in property/finance, you could...- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Okay how so? I'm sorry I'm really not understanding how it would or how someone would be expected to answer a question like that- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Yes this is what I was looking for. Agree with this- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Okay, well I don't work in employment law (one field I suppose would be interested). I've not heard it discussed even in passing anywhere else- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Does it affect legal advice though?- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Damn! I'm actually kinda shocked that question is being asked on future trainees. Okay, yes it now appears to be relevant for interviews, but I don't see this affecting the role of the majority of UK lawyers. I've had 3 seminars in the last fortnight and Trump ain't on the itinerary I wonder...- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Not sure I'd recommend this for a commercial awareness topic to discuss? Plenty going on in the UK commercial, property, corporate sphere to discuss that actually impacts our roles- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Agreed, this isn't true at all. I work in a firm with New Zealand, Australian qualified lawyers. I could potentially work in Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, Australia if I wanted to- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
'Subject Access Request' for personal data. Really wouldn't recommend submitting one to law firms you're keen to apply to- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
It means they're at capacity. Try to avoid assumptions or speculations like that- FM302989
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25
Best to keep it to one page- FM302989
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