TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[Bubbles]

Womble Bond!

Hey do you know if WBD send a WG test to everyone or if they review apps first? I applied almost two weeks ago and haven't received anything

 

[Bubbles]

How long does it take for Mishcon to get back to you regarding a VI post app? I submitted my application almost 1.5 weeks ago and haven't heard anything but I know someone on here applied around the same time as me and got an invite.. should I just assume a PFO?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

@Jessica Booker How should I go about trying to get a reimbursement from a firm? I attended an open day last November and their email said they'd cover my travel costs. I've sent follow-up emails to check up on it but no response. Obviously I'm grateful that they'd cover it and I don't want to be pushy, but I could really do with the money back.

Ahh... one of my biggest frustrations (although something I am also guilty of letting slip!)

Have you been emailing a specific person or just a general graduate recruitment email? If the latter, I would try to follow up with someone specific within the graduate recruitment team and ask whether the reimbursement can be looked into/processed as soon as possible. It is not pushy to ask, and really firms should be better at arranging this!

 

[BM99]

Did anyone receive anything from Sullivan?

 

[ssolicitorz]

What is the HL Watson Glaser benchmark that needs to be met?

 

[law12345]

My friend did it and she mentioned to definitely brush up on your commerical awareness and keep up with legal developments

I did it November time but I'd say do brush up on commercial awareness as they asked me about anything that was recently interesting to me. They had my CV in front of them so worth making sure you can elaborate further on any experiences if they ask. They asked a bit about their competitors and what job I'd do if I wasn't aiming for law. Generally not too bad, they were really nice!

 

[BeGrateful.101]

does anyone know DAC Beachcroft's application questions? TIA

 

[kokothemagicdragon]

Did anyone receive anything from Sullivan?

Probably next week since applications close tomorrow.

 

[BetsyBoard]

Last year it wasn’t - have you heard back?

No not yet

 

[axbg]

What is the HL Watson Glaser benchmark that needs to be met?

18th percentile

 

[axbg]

Probably next week since applications close tomorrow.

do you think that only interviews will be given next week since theyve been rejecting people or its not likely?

 

[CorpLawyer00]

what is next stage with S&C after app? straight to interview?

 

[law23]

Has anyone heard back from Addleshaw post voice interview?

 

[justhangingout]

how long did people hear back after CMS VI?

 

[Arch1234]

Is womble bond rolling or non rolling?

 

[j.s.cox]

does anyone know DAC Beachcroft's application questions? TIA

This is what it was last year:


There was also a work experience bit, a space for grades, and a section to write about extra-curricular activities. The things they were looking for you to demonstrate were:

 

[Sachin Chandra]

Are you meant to receive confirmation that your VI has been submitted by K&E?? I didn't get one

 

[axbg]

what is next stage with S&C after app? straight to interview?

yes

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

A part of a question says "You should outline why you believe that this experience has helped you develop the skills required to be a successful lawyer". Do I need to say why the skill would help me to be a successful lawyer, or just say how I've developed the skill through the experience? Thanks. @Jessica Booker

 

[CorpLawyer00]

Are you meant to receive confirmation that your VI has been submitted by K&E?? I didn't get one

Neither