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    Didn't secure a TC/backup plans?

    Apologies if this type of post comes up often, but I am looking for some advice on my current situation (which I'm sure many others have also experienced!). I'm a career changer (approaching 30) and I am entering my last year of an accelerated LLB at a non-London based Russell Group uni. I am...
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    Direct TC without previous VS/experience

    I was wondering how feasable a direct TC application to firms that offer it would be if I haven't had any previous VS experience or legal work experience. I did however gain a place on a summer VS for a silver circle firm but it was cancelled with no online replacement but I was unable to get a...
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    Prospects of a TC in London?

    Hi all! I've never posted here before so apologies for being so soppy in my first thread! I would just like some insight on the likelihood of me obtaining a legal career after years of hopeless applications to law firms in London. My first batch of applications were appalling, but have been...
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    Six things I learnt by applying for training contracts for six years

    As we are in the midst of application season, I thought I would share what I learnt in my journey to obtain a training contact. I started applying for training contracts during my second year of university, in 2013. I received a training contract offer this year, in 2018. I write this in the...

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