TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

[n2000]

So i got placed on the reserve list for Trowers' AC (London). Any idea how likely it is to actually happen? @Jessica Booker

I’m wondering the same thing!

 

[Future$trainee]

Got in touch with grad rec and they said they are still reviewing applications and GBA scores. They aim to deliver all application outcomes in the next few weeks.

Hope this helps. It's not necessarily a PFO.

Oh okay, that's good to know. Thanks a lot!

 

[OreoShake]

Congratulations! Is this for the summer vac scheme? If so, when did you have your AC?

Spring! 2nd of Feb

 

[A92167!8]

How would you answer an interview question around 'detail' - e.g. Tell me about a time you recently worked with a lot of detail

 

[Zaidoz10]

Hey guys I’ve just been put on a reserve list for an assessment day for the summer vac scheme with Trowers & Hamlins. They said if a spot opened up, they’d reach out. Does a spot ever actually open up or is it highly unlikely?

 

[LEL]

How would you answer an interview question around 'detail' - e.g. Tell me about a time you recently worked with a lot of detail

I've never been asked this before, or even ever prepared for it, but it's about showing your eye for detail and meticulousness. Maybe give an example of when you had to proofread something or count something (like money), and go through the process. For e.g., your ability to focus on a task, making sure to be thorough and observant in your reading process, taking extra time to make sure the work is free of mistakes. Also add the impact of your attention to detail, e.g. organisation was kept to a high level, the team was well coordinated etc.

But overall, focus on your actions and how you can demonstrate you are detail oriented.

 

[Mohammus]

i was offered a date over the phone and i confirmed i was happy with it then later recieved email confirmation. mine is in a couple of weeks

Hey ! How did it go and what did they ask you!!

 

[JSM123]

@Jessica Booker (or anyone)
Do you have any advice for what to do if you have a TC offer at a firm that isn't really your first choice (not trying to sound ungrateful but it doesn't offer seats in a few areas I'm v keen on) but a vacation scheme at a firm you are really keen on but without a guarantee it will lead to a TC offer? Would it be okay to accept the TC offer and still do the vac scheme, then cancelling the TC offer if you were successful?

 

[Jessica Booker]

So i got placed on the reserve list for Trowers' AC (London). Any idea how likely it is to actually happen? @Jessica Booker

Unfortunately I can’t give any indication because there are too many variables involved here. But in short, for the firm to run a hold list, there must be a chance. If there wasn’t, a firm wouldn’t bother having one.

 

[MH]

I have! I had the same thoughts as you but the recording doesn't actually start when you go to view them. Just basically go through the process as it instructs you, and keep clicking "next". I screenshotted the questions and then clicked "back", and nothing has been submitted.

Thankyou!

 

[CorporateLaw101]

Does anyone know what the Wedlake bell AC is like? Struggling to find any info on here about it!

 

[Jessica Booker]

@Jessica Booker (or anyone)
Do you have any advice for what to do if you have a TC offer at a firm that isn't really your first choice (not trying to sound ungrateful but it doesn't offer seats in a few areas I'm v keen on) but a vacation scheme at a firm you are really keen on but without a guarantee it will lead to a TC offer? Would it be okay to accept the TC offer and still do the vac scheme, then cancelling the TC offer if you were successful?

The main factor to consider when thinking about this is when are you going to be committed to the firm. For instance, if you are starting the LPC/SQE in September, you could be committed to your TC offered firm as early in June/July due to onboarding processes. As soon as you start those processes you will be committed to the firm on a level beyond just accepting a TC and may be liable for costs incurred by the firm.

But outside of that consideration (and firms will hate me for saying this), yes you can accept and then renege.

Be mindful to check your VS offer terms and conditions though as it is not unknown for some firms to state you can’t complete the VS if you have accepted a TC elsewhere. Not all firms have this though.

 

[s20001203]

Congrats! When did you complete Arctic Shores?

Hey! I have mine tomorrow - how did yours go??

 

[M&Amakesmyday]

Congrats to everyone who got a Ropes & Gray AC! Can I ask if there are multiple dates for the ACs? I loved this firm and I was hoping I still had a chance

 

[JohnDoeTCLA]

Congrats to everyone who got a Ropes & Gray AC! Can I ask if there are multiple dates for the ACs? I loved this firm and I was hoping I still had a chance

I think there are. I’ve seen people who got their AC on 1st of March and others on the 15th of March

 

[EH96]

Does anyone have any tips for the Boodle Hatfield VS interview?

 

[LoveAspireLAW]

Anyone waiting to hear from Weil post AC?

 

[AvniD]

How would you answer an interview question around 'detail' - e.g. Tell me about a time you recently worked with a lot of detail

I've never been asked this before, or even ever prepared for it, but it's about showing your eye for detail and meticulousness. Maybe give an example of when you had to proofread something or count something (like money), and go through the process. For e.g., your ability to focus on a task, making sure to be thorough and observant in your reading process, taking extra time to make sure the work is free of mistakes. Also add the impact of your attention to detail, e.g. organisation was kept to a high level, the team was well coordinated etc.

But overall, focus on your actions and how you can demonstrate you are detail oriented.

Couldn't have said it better @LEL !👏👏👏👏

 

[Hele25]

Does anyone know what’s going on with Mishcon? Are all the AC’s over?? Don’t want to give up hope, but also want to be put out of my misery lol

 

[thirdtimelucky]

Does anyone know what’s going on with Mishcon? Are all the AC’s over?? Don’t want to give up hope, but also want to be put out of my misery lol

In 2020 I didn’t get a response about my VI (which i did in March) until June and it was an AC invite so absolutely do not despair!