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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I actually amended my answer to give one example . This comes down to your own commercial awareness. Wider reading helps in that regard. There are other examples but as I am still in the process I think this is another area where I would be willing to give a fuller answer after I have secured...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    It wouldn't just be within employment law though would it? For example it may impact tendering processes as one example. Lawyers need to think more holistically and be able to spot issues they may need to refer to colleagues in other practice areas internally.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    er ... yes Even I can see that it would and how as non law graduate
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Not really. They ask whether interviewees think the impact of the DEI news in the US will impact the UK and how it will affect UK law firms - this doesn't mean just the firm itself but the advice they give.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    not rude and explain you have successfully secured a TC. Please release the space as they usually have a wait list for others who would very much welcome the chance to be progressed and need a TC!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I would say they probably won't rescind but also probably have a budget which they are prepared to pay so it will be down to you to take it or leave it. But if you don't ask you don't get so ask and see what happens.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I believe if you qualify there ie. in NY you will just need to do SQE2 to transfer to being qualified here but do check further.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    No there is an in person AC after the virtual one or was last year at least.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    You had me there!! Commiserations - same here!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Well it isn't actually the case. For example, the diagnosis and support plan does not cover SJTs or interviews as they aren't usual at school or uni. However firms do offer alternates for SJTs for those with diagnosis of different SEND based on which SEND they have. So whilst the person may...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I assumed a typo and it should say NOW being considered rather than not.
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    I had Growth, Collaboration and Judgement. To improve -personal responsibility. I wonder what they are looking for? I wonder whether they want all the same or a mix so they have people with different skill sets? I wonder all sorts on all my applications.🤣
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    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

    It is a new stage added this year so unless someone has been quick off the mark and done theirs already since the email it is unlikely
  14. 3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Nonsense I know someone who has done just that. You are over generalising and it isn't helpful.
  15. 3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    This simply is not true. You are not restricted to paralegal roles.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    3 days!!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Why would it? After all non law students apply and get TCs
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    May I ask when you heard and also for which office?
  19. 3

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Those getting to Freshfields AC already are you on some form of fast track because the email I got says that the new online assessment stage will be sent out 27 January.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Basically you need to promise them your first born child.

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