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

[Law1099]

Here’s what I had in my notes (although not the best response in an interview I think);

1. Headline deals, high-profile clients, in an amalgam of different industries.I’m specifically interested in the corporate and finance work which arises from mega-deals because they can be industry-defining. Commercial city firms are also resilient during crises because stagnation in one practice may mean a boom in another.
   1. Hub for increasingly globalised UK market, which is opening itself up to international investment and ownership
2. International work. I’m an international student myself, and have seen the role of cultural understanding when it comes to advising businesses. It’s not just about the market — e.g. Reckitt Benckiser (UK) needed a specific strategy when it came to dealing with investigations and claims in South Korea regarding the toxicity of its humidifier detergent.

Thank you so much! This is why I love this forum

 

[mariistm]

Hi marriistm,

I had this exact situation in my final year and was afraid of graduating with no job and nothing over the summer. For me I got some work at a start-up as a legal assistant. There are many many smaller start-ups out there in need of some legal talent — they likely won’t be able to pay very well so I an aware it’s not an option for everyone but it is an excellent way to get significant hands-on experience and lots of responsibility as well as insight into the specific industry and what it is like to run a business.

I was also able to reflect on this in my applications in interviews which I believe was crucial in getting VS and TC offers this year.

Someone mentioned this already but virtual internships are great for ramping up commercial knowledge as well — highly recommend!

I will look into that, thank you for the advice, I appreciate it!

 

[LawfulRed]

I will look into that, thank you for the advice, I appreciate it!

look into paralegal opportunities too

 

[TC fiend]

Controversial opinion: bubble and squeak is like my favourite thing ever

I’m aware I could just Google this but it sounds like a ringing endorsement for eating styrofoam….

 

[O]

yeah I had an email response from grad rec confirming it!

 

[GXA123]

Mission PFO, this was the first app I sent this cycle LOLLLLLL

Post app

 

[RachelLouise22]

I will look into that, thank you for the advice, I appreciate it!

Totally recommended this, after finishing my cycle in my final year unsuccessful I secured a legal assistant role with one of my ‘top’ firms. Was so helpful in realising that firm really wasn’t for me and I’ve totally reassessed what I actually wanted out of a firm for a training contract

 

[TCG]

Clyde & Co PFO - VS London Office

 

[WeRegretToInformYou]

Have Gateley sent any ACs for regional offices yet?

 

[A92167!8]

Mission PFO, this was the first app I sent this cycle LOLLLLLL

Post app

Mishcon?

 

[Legalmel_99]

Clyde & co and ramsdens pfo

 

[Legalmel_99]

Have Gateley sent any ACs for regional offices yet?

From what I’ve seen it’s just Manchester and Birmingham

 

[GXA123]

Clyde PFOOOOOOOOOOOO wow where are the good news I manifested this morning LOL

 

[A92167!8]

Mission PFO, this was the first app I sent this cycle LOLLLLLL

Post app

Sorry to hear - when did you apply?

 

[olivia123]

Does anyone know what is the email address to Hogan Lovells Graduate Recruitment? I couldn't find it on their website. Any help would be very appreciated!

 

[GXA123]

Sorry to hear - when did you apply?

something in August

 

[GXA123]

Does anyone know what is the email address to Hogan Lovells Graduate Recruitment? I couldn't find it on their website. Any help would be very appreciated!

[email protected]​

 

[lawpersongirl123]

Anyone heard from goodwin?

 

[Hele25]

Clyde and Co PFO

 

[student12345]

has anyone heard from pinsent masons / know when they are getting back regarding 2022 vacation scheme?