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    Should I reassess my career?

    Have you tried targeting firms without an online element?
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    Should I reassess my career?

    Can you not look to qualify at your current place - given you’ve already paid for the LPC they’ll only have to support you do ‘three’ seats and it doesn’t need to be that formal?
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    Demotivation

    I can only answer the above with my personal experiences. But I think it’s important not to spread yourself too thin, spend time dwelling on the negatives or comparing yourself to others. If you’re in your first year - you have plenty of time to get a solid grade in your degree if that’s what...
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    Making a late application (reviewed on rolling basis) - worth it?

    Yes - there is nothing to lose!
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    LPC Accommodation

    I've recently been in the situation. It may be easier to look for short-term lets on SpareRoom - if you can find somewhere for a month, this will give you time to look around and do viewings for a place to stay for the next 12 months +. In terms of areas- South London is always popular...
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    How much does salary differ between practice areas at the same firm?

    Thanks Jessica. Do the departments that bring in more money for the firm pay at the higher end of each band? E.g. how does a law firm determine which departments can pay at the higher end of bands?
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    Didn't secure a TC/backup plans?

    As Jessica said, people who have been lawyers for a few years may not be the best people to look over applications. The reviewing service of this community is really good - I would recommend getting TCLA to read over your next few applications.
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    Taking time off to do winter/summer schemes

    Or you can just speak to HR directly, I did this and didn't actually have the convo with my manager (they didnt need to know, it was cleared by the internal compliance team). I dont think it comes across as 'cheeky' but you may struggle to get the time off, especially if either scheme is longer...
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    Advice for future trainee, 1 week from starting PSC

    I would just chill and see friends/family and enjoy your last week off! You don’t need to do pre- reading for PSC and the firm will provide time for training etc! 🙌
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    How old is too old for Vacation Scheme Applications?

    I also had a vac scheme and tc offer after turning 25. As Jessica said, the biggest issue is getting the time off and ensuring no conflict of interest. :) I've also met loads of people in my firm and on the LPC who secured their offers closer to 30 than 20. Good luck!
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    Should I renege on a 2022 TC offer to train at a better firm in 2024?

    Yes - the two firms will offer you different opportunities, open different doors and offer different salaries. It may be useful to think about where you want to be in the next 5/8 years and which firm you think you will help you get there, you could also compare the salaries both firms will...
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    2.2 first year grade

    Ultimately, it’s your first year grade, so can be overshadowed with good second and third year grades. I think it would be good to prioritise getting good second and third year grades, before worrying about applying for vac schemes. It will probably be harder to get a VS/TC without at 2.1...
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    Should I renege on a 2022 TC offer to train at a better firm in 2024?

    Congrats on the two offers!! I’m guessing it depends what you want out of your career and which option you think will get you there. How different are the firms? Are you talking about a high street vs a MC? Do both firms offer you the seats you want etc Then I would think about the finances...
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    Severe anxiety during vac schemes

    I’m no expert but wanted to respond becos it’s late - and hate the thought of someone worrying about a vac scheme late at night. Firstly, can you contact your normal go-to (doctor, parent or friend)? It may be easier to chat this all through with someone who has helped before. Then maybe take...
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    How badly does the advocacy assessment have to go for you to fail?(Ulaw)

    You’ve 100% passed if this is for the LPC! The standard is very low - even if you get the law wrong / stumbled, you’ll be fine!
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    No info online on small boutique London law firm

    Remember to use the search functionality on this site/forum too! There may be a insightful discussion on one of the threads.
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    Might have failed an undergraduate module - Implications

    Sorry to hear you're stressing out about this on a Sunday morning! My advice is to just wait for the results - it's unlikely one question will mean you've failed the whole module. Looking at the bigger picture, if you do 8 modules across your second and third year, each module is worth 6.25% -...
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    Looking for flatmates in London

    you could go on SpareRoom and make yourself a profile, saying you are a trainee lawyer and are looking to share with other young professionals or you could get in touch with people on your trainee intake to ask if anyone is looking for flatmates (even if they're not, they could know others who are).
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I saw on LinkedIn that eBay are looking for a six month intern - may be a good opportunity for those who have already graduated.
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    Let's hear about TCLA members' hobbies!

    Great when you can align your passion with your career! Love hearing about people's long-term career goals.

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