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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Then it would be yours faithfully, as you don't know the individual person's name you are addressing it to.- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
If it is on Launchpad, it actually means 23.59 on 15 January.- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Will depend on the firm and how much of a stickler they are for these types of details. I wouldn't see it as a one strike and your out type situation though.- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! I hope you have a wonderful day 🍾🥂🎉- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
This is correct!- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
These things happen. They are likely to check whether it’s just a reporting error and if they can see your test score first and if not, they are most likely to just reset it and ask you to take it again. Contact them ASAP to see what they say.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #7,838
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
It’s not that if you know the firm’s name, it’s more whether you are naming an individual by their name - eg Miss Jessica Booker. Then it’s “yours sincerely” if it is Dear Graduate Recruitment or Dear Sir/Madam, then it’s “yours faithfully”.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #7,837
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
It sounds crazy, but treat yourself. Whether it’s doing something you really enjoy (eg gym, watch a a film cook your favourite dinner) the night before or just treating yourself to something like a nice breakfast in the morning, making sure you relax and enjoy something I personally think can...- TCLA Community Assistant
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Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!
Then it’s unlikely they will be able to make a decision ahead of then unfortunately. You could still ask, but I think the likelihood is going to be the earliest they could offer you in April.- TCLA Community Assistant
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Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!
You could ask the firms you have applied to whether a full recruitment process and decision could be completed by the end of this month.- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Usually just length of scheme. Spring tends to be shorter given the Easter bank holiday weekend. I’d expect everything else to be the same.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #7,740
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Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!
In some form, most likely immediately. It might not be all of the fees they pay up front but they are likely to be liable for all of them even if they haven’t paid them yet (eg payment might be in instalments, but those instalments will have to be paid no matter what).- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #5,030
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I’d expect it to be more technical but still competency based. The technical elements might be more relevant if you have completed the LPC or have previous experience.- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #7,738
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Firm listed in The Legal 500 rankings in 2020 but not in 2021
I am not entirely sure how these things work from a general marketing perspective, but if it is anything like the graduate recruitment rankings, the firm could just have decided to not take part in the rankings for 2021 and that is why they are not included.- TCLA Community Assistant
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Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!
Technically could be either approach even within the same process. They could just outrightly reject anyone who hasn't met their basic standards as they go, and then reevaluate the remaining applications that are more borderline once they have read all the applications. There are so many...- TCLA Community Assistant
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Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!
1) I'd provide the GPA and your 1-100 module grades. Firms will know what a GPA is, so there isn't a need to explain this, especially if you are also providing your individual 1-100 module grade scores. 2) Yes, that is an appropriate approach to take as long as your explanation for the grading...- TCLA Community Assistant
- Post #5,028
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
There is no harm in asking whether they have a later date as your exams only end the day before the AC and you'd like more time to prepare. Be prepared for them to say no though!- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Can you find other job descriptions for the same firm for similar jobs/roles? Also consider the practice area you are aligned to and also the firm/company’s values, as these will give you you some indication of what questions/themes might come up in the interview.- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
You can ask for an extension and there is no issue in asking. However, the firm might not be able to provide an extension due to either fairness or their recruitment timeframes, and so be mindful you might still need to complete it within the next seven days.- TCLA Community Assistant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Dig a level (or two deeper): Why does the firm offer a guaranteed overseas secondment? What is the benefit to you of a secondment? Why is a mix of contentious and non-contentious work important to you? What is it about the firm's global reach that is different to other firm's that also have a...- TCLA Community Assistant
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