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

[Scandi]

Hi, how do you move on from a PFO? Had my first one yesterday but I have an interview tomorrow so I could really use some tips on how to dust myself off and carry on. Thanks in advance!

 

[GXA123]

Well in response to my spamming yes (not proud of it 😂). Not sure this only applies to my cohort of ACs from early Feb or if it's region-specific or anything (applied to Edinburgh)

hahahahah omg, at least they finally responded, when did you do your AC?

 

[awd1998]

Well in response to my spamming yes (not proud of it 😂). Not sure this only applies to my cohort of ACs from early Feb or if it's region-specific or anything (applied to Edinburgh)

Really are leaving it till the end of the month haha should have just said 28th February instead of giving us false hope it would be before

 

[RoughWood]

NOT ENOUGH, FRANKLY

We have our first taco bell opening about 10 miles away in April....cant wait to give it a try!

 

[xtinew]

hahahahah omg, at least they finally responded, when did you do your AC?

Feb 9th! Seems like a century ago haha

 

[Adrian_S]

Sooooo, I know that vac scheme season is winding down and some people are thinking about applying for direct TCs by July. I was wondering how useful any of you thought it might be to start a casual, cool, and comforting application writing group? We could meet virtually (or in person) and gently offer feedback to one another on our application answers while we write together for about an hour each week? I used to form writing groups a lot in graduate school - they can be a great way to help each other out, meet deadlines, and be accountable.

Just an idea! The only rule is: no tearing any one down I'm curious to know how many would be into the idea.

 

[GXA123]

Feb 9th! Seems like a century ago haha

I had mine on the same day hahaha

 

[captainhilts]

has anyone heard from K&E post AC?

 

[S87]

Sooooo, I know that the vac scheme cycle is winding down and some people are thinking about applying for direct TCs by July. I was wondering how useful any of you thought it might be to start a casual, cool, and comforting application writing group? We could meet virtually (or in person) and gently offer feedback to one another on our application answers, whilst we write together for about an hour each week? I used to form writing groups a lot during grad school and they can be a great way to help each other out, meet deadlines, and be accountable.

Just an idea! The only rule is: no tearing any one down I'm just curious to know how many would be into the idea.

I am in for the virtual meetings!

I would prefer virtual for two main reasons: first of all we can include more people as not everyone lives in London. Secondly, I work full time, doing wedding preparations, trying to get a tc and a life. So, I have a busy schedule and would be nice to discuss once/twice a week what the hell I am doing wrong!

 

[Shia]

Is anyone still waiting to hear back from White & Case about the Summer VS post-app? Kind of worried seeing people have already gotten interview invites and offers

 

[HopefulForALawJob]

Would be eternally grateful if someone could DM me with some info on the White & Case final interview/case study if theyve done it! Good karma will definitely get sent your way

 

[YUKI1201]

Hi all!! Would really appreciate if you could offer some advice:

I've now received 2 summer vacation scheme offers from A and B and I have an upcoming interview next week with C (summer VS as well). C is running spring vacation scheme, would it be possible to ask them to transfer me onto the spring one if (best case scenario) I get an offer from C?

 

[HopefulForALawJob]

Is anyone still waiting to hear back from White & Case about the Summer VS post-app? Kind of worried seeing people have already gotten interview invites and offers

My Post above about W&C relates to Spring scheme and I assume they're going to interview potential spring schemers first, so dont worry!

 

[Ambs123]

Has anyone been offered an AC for Irwin Mitchell London office? Have seen offers for other offices but not london

Honestly have no idea, I’m waiting on IM for London - hopefully the people that are waiting will receive ACs!

 

[PM2021]

Hey, does anyone have an idea by when Winston may get back with WG Test outcomes? Have not heard from them in 20 days now.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Hi all!! Would really appreciate if you could offer some advice:

I've now received 2 summer vacation scheme offers from A and B and I have an upcoming interview next week with C (summer VS as well). C is running spring vacation scheme, would it be possible to ask them to transfer me onto the spring one if (best case scenario) I get an offer from C?

You can definitely ask - the worst that can happen is that firm C say no and then you potentially have to turn down one of the three firms.

 

[YUKI1201]

You can definitely ask - the worst that can happen is that firm C say no and then you potentially have to turn down one of the three firms.

Thank you Jessica!!

 

[TeeLaw]

Hi everyone!
Any advice on how to prepare for a news article discussion as part of an interview? It's my first one so not really sure what to expect. Thanks!

 

[corplaw123]

Is this for the TC??

No, this was for summer VS

 

[Abii]

MoFo summer VS first stage interview invite!