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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hey @futuretraineesolicitor! I know this is targeted towards @Jessica Booker but thought I'd just add that I once had a VS interview at a firm (not the one I am ending up at) that started by quite literally reading and talking through my application. I don't think this applies to every firm but...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Agree with @Jessica Booker - university accommodation is the best shout and you can book it via this website https://www.universityrooms.com/en-GB/city/london/home/ I was at International Hall during my time at UCL (in Bloomsbury) and that is a great hall with good facilities in a lovely (and...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hey @LS_1998 , The following things really helped me during my VS, I hope they can help you out too: Keep a diary throughout the whole VS with notes of my conversations with lawyers; every talk was given by the firm; my experiences with the work; keeping a note of how I felt I was progressing...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! Amazing news🎉 That feeling is unrivalled :)
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    For a while, I struggled with this problem and I read this article by the University of North Carolina which helped me considerably - https://writingcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/conciseness-handout/ Practice makes perfect - as they always say. Have a read and let me know if this helps
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    TCLA General Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @DKLaw ! In relation to formal work experience: It is less about the quantity of WE and more about what you learned in any work experience you have done. Firms will be understanding if you have been in education and haven't been able to demonstrate extensive experience. The fact you have...

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