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TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
Some, but not too much. Basically it was lockdown, so had nothing else to do than study evenings and weekends.- Mea
- Post #102
- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I quit in mid-November. Basically knew I needed December and over Christmas to prepare for all my January exams.- Mea
- Post #84
- Forum: General Discussion
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TCLA General Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
I worked 20 hours from home as a paralegal and did the LPC FT. Because both were from home, I could just manage. I had to quit my job after a few months. It wasn't great: I had to study at weekends and evenings. I had a timetable planning every hour and it was horrible. My friend worked at the...- Mea
- Post #55
- Forum: General Discussion
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Ince video interview / AC
The drafting exercise involved writing a memo for a client (a complaint). I would advise you to read through the documents quickly and highlight any dates/notable events (cause they are usually important in setting out your reply). Make sure you have at least 30 minutes to draft the document -...- Mea
- Post #6
- Forum: Interviews Discussion
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Virtual or Physical LPC (the great debate!!!!!)
Hello! I did it virtually with BPP and I strongly advise against studying there. This whole year has been an absolute monkey show! There are countless complaints on Linkedin by many students (receiving hundreds of likes and people with shared experiences) and the majority of my peers are very...- Mea
- Post #9
- Forum: General Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
PFO from Shoosmiths. Their loss (this mentality helps me get over rejections haha)- Mea
- Post #3,612
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
Has anyone heard back from Shoosmiths? I applied for London- Mea
- Post #3,437
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)
I had a TC interview earlier this week and got on to the second stage (high street firm). Now I am slightly worried because I had to defer an LPC exam and won't sit it till early September. They mentioned they wanted a trainee to start in September. I'm worried I technically won't have 'passed'...- Mea
- Post #1,007
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!
You're amazing, thank you Jess!- Mea
- Post #4,101
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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Ask A Graduate Recruiter Anything!
Hi @Jessica Booker 😊 I have a TC interview with a smaller firm next week and I'm trying to do some preparation. However, there is no information about the seats it offers or what sort of clients it serves. The website touch on the sectors it operates in, but there are not many details about it...- Mea
- Post #4,099
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
I know there is a lot of talk about how bigger firms handled the Covid-crisis (e.g. WFH and how to ensure both their clients and employees are satisfied). But how has this impacted smaller firms with fewer resources than bigger firms?- Mea
- Post #3,304
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
Got a TC interview next week. This is my first TC video interview (had ACs before, but not a video interview). Any advice would be appreciated 😊- Mea
- Post #3,138
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
I can't remember.. All I remember is that it had a smaller critical thinking part at the end. So draw assumptions and your reasoning was one of them. Sorry I can't be of more help!- Mea
- Post #3,100
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
I did mine with BCLP a few months ago and it had a few elements to it. Firstly, it was a test of what your personality is like. I received a report in the aftermath of what I am like - strengths and weaknesses. I do think they pick personalities they think would fit with the firm (I might be...- Mea
- Post #3,089
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
I did this with my LPC module in January and if you get it deferred, it will be first attempt next time. In other words, it won't appear on your transcript that you deferred it. Try to get the application in ASAP though, BPP (if you're there) is quite slow with the response for deferral. My...- Mea
- Post #3,083
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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ULaw or BPP for LPC?
Just for the time being. I'm at BPP now and they confirmed that it will extend to over the summer. So I believe that means they will have a closed book exam next semester.- Mea
- Post #11
- Forum: General Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
Amazing, thank you for your quick response. That makes sense!- Mea
- Post #3,038
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion
Is there a specific structure to answer this question? 'Shoosmiths people are collaborative and frequently work together to provide the best solutions and service to clients. Tell us about the best team you have ever been part of. In your answer you should include details about your role in the...- Mea
- Post #3,036
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Mishcon PFO. Applied on 21 December. I have no motivation after all these rejections. Just feel like I'm spending endless time and resources on nothing. So so gutted.- Mea
- Post #11,802
- Forum: Applications Discussion
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2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion
Just received BCLP PFO for TC. Gutted! But I applied for VS as well, so not sure if I'm rejected for both as my letter only stated rejected for TC. Is anyone else in the same boat? Does this mean I am still being considered for VS? Also re the 'considered strong application', I did not receive...- Mea
- Post #9,583
- Forum: Applications Discussion