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

[Rob93]

I’m always curious why I seem to be so much more successful with us firms than uk ones. Has anyone else noticed any particular generalised differences between the two in terms of what they look for ?

In my view, and this is very very generalised, I think US firms often place a higher premium on experiences and indicators that you'll be able to 'hit the ground running,' as the saying sometimes goes, because of the so-called 'lean' models on which they operate. I also suspect - and I have only narrow anecdotal reasons to think this, so take it with a grain of salt - that US firms tend to place a higher value on your commitment to *their specific firm* and particular practice areas than a lot of the larger full-service UK firms.

 

[Civ457]

Withers Interview!

massive congrats! was this for spring or summer?

 

[crispychicken]

massive congrats! was this for spring or summer?

Thank you! This was for spring!

 

[lucciblanca]

Hey, Im applying to Covington. Do you have any tips for their application questions? Especially the one about inroducing a new law.

Hey, private message me and I'd be happy to help!

 

[S87]

Hey, private message me and I'd be happy to help!

Can I please get in touch with you too?

 

[aspiringlawyer123_]

For debate style interview questions like “Is social media good or bad” - should you give arguments for and against or battle one side?

 

[John Doe]

Hi, does anyone have any experience with Fieldfisher's Telephone Interview - how was it like?

 

[summer207]

For debate style interview questions like “Is social media good or bad” - should you give arguments for and against or battle one side?

I usually give both sides of the argument, then explain which side I prefer and why.

 

[John Travoni]

Hi, does anyone have any experience with Fieldfisher's Telephone Interview - how was it like?

Hi, when did you receive the invite? I did the tests over a month ago for the 2023 TC and still haven’t heard back even though they said I would hear back within 7 days

 

[Legalmel_99]

Ahh congratulations! Same here !

Congratulations 🥳 Which office?xx

 

[John Doe]

Hi, when did you receive the invite? I did the tests over a month ago for the 2023 TC and still haven’t heard back even though they said I would hear back within 7 days

Hi @John Abram, I applied for 2024 TC on 31/1 and received an online test invite this Monday (21/2).

Edit: well, you know how it is, law firms may be very keen on sticking to deadlines for clients, but for graduates, well, it depends 😄

 

[John Travoni]

Hi @John Abram, I applied for 2024 TC on 31/1 and received an online test invite this Monday (21/2).

So you received the online test this Monday and you’ve already received a telephone invite? Congrats
But I don’t understand why the firm gets back to some candidates sooo fast but totally abandon the rest of them who have been waiting for weeks

 

[John Doe]

So you received the online test this Monday and you’ve already received a telephone invite? Congrats
But I don’t understand why the firm gets back to some candidates sooo fast but totally abandon the rest of them who have been waiting for weeks

Ah, sorry for the mistaken impression. I haven't received a telephone invite but just trying to pre-empt the possibility that I might be invited for a telephone interview. Just trying to give myself the maximum amount of preparation time...

 

[Legalmel_99]

Gateley Assessment Centre!! I am having a rollercoaster of a week after my rejection on Monday 😅 (Manchester office for anyone still waiting to hear - completed the VI end of Jan!)

Congratulations! Can i ask when is the AC?xx

 

[Rachel123]

Does anyone know what the Withers first stage interview entails? Is it purely competency / motivation-based, or might there be technical questions? I believe it is with a member of HR and a Partner. Thanks in advance!

 

[Rachel123]

It's indeed after the online tests two weeks ago. But this interview is preceded by other assessments (which can be done on another day).

Hi Scandi, do you know when these other assessments might be? Are they sent only if you are successful in the interview? I received a first interview invite but I can't see any information about further assessments. Thank you!

 

[GXA123]

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[C4CareerChange]

Taylor Wessing summer vac scheme!!

any tips/advice for Taylor Wessing's AC? How was the AC?

 

[GXA123]

did anyone receive a confirmation email from Gateley after picking a spot?

 

[Legalmel_99]

did anyone receive a confirmation email from Gateley after picking a spot?

When is your AC?xx