TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[sxw517]

does freshfields have written test ??

Not so much of a written test, but checking for spelling mistakes, ambiguities and such. Then redrafting a section of text. It's not particularly hard, I just stupidly misunderstood the brief. If you have it coming up drop me a message, happy to help.

 

[sxw517]

Haven't heard a peep from Sidley, is anyone in the same boat..? I applied for summer VS on 03/01 and haven't received a PFO or a next steps email.

 

[Autotunedbird]

Just virtual interviews but no ACs yet! hbu?

Just WG/SGT - been my biggest enemy fr

 

[lik0401]

Anyone with any insight into dechert ac?

when did you hear back/get your AC offer?

 

[CorporateCrocodile]

Taylor Vinters AC! Advice pls

 

[bhbuygu]

Just WG/SGT - been my biggest enemy fr

loool ngl it takes practice but I believe in you!!

 

[thelawstudent2000]

Does anyone know when Dentons gets back to you after the Vi and test . I’m literally refreshing my emails every second hoping for an AC invite 😂

 

[bhbuygu]

does anyone know when Dentons gets back to you after the Vi and test . I’m literally refreshing my emails every second hoping for an AC invite 😂

I love this forum but I cannot tell you how many times my heart has dropped receiving email notifications for it while expecting it to be a firm😂

 

[NbyN]

Hypothetically, is it often possible to switch between spring/summer vacation schemes if you end up having a clash? (I'm not in this quite fortunate position haha, just wondering as the places I am progressing with have vacs at the same time - and some have alternate schemes).

I’ve managed to move from a winter scheme to a summer scheme this application cycle so I would say it never hurts to ask!

 

[LJ]

I love this forum but I cannot tell you how many times my heart has dropped receiving email notifications for it while expecting it to be a firm😂

I literally use a different email app to avoid this exact pain 😂 Spam emails come through on the mail app and application emails on the outlook app!

 

[Abgaal]

Has anyone heard back from Morgan Lewis, I know I have seen couple rejections and Telephone interview invites... I still haven't heard back and I am tired lol

 

[tc_hopeful]

Does anyone know if Russell Cooke sponsors visas for the training contract?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Does anyone know if Russell Cooke sponsors visas for the training contract?

I would expect that they don’t unfortunately, but probably worthwhile just sending them an message asking whether they do or not.

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

Does anyone know of any good resources for preparing for situational interview questions?

 

[di]

When did you apply?

9 Jan!

 

[lolamcd1]

I got VI invitation on 27 Jan for their vac scheme

Which office did you apply for? Congratulations too!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Does anyone know of any good resources for preparing for situational interview questions?

There are some scenario based question on our list here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/175-training-contract-interview-questions-2/

 

[anon_law23]

Hi guys, I am hoping to get some advice on how suitable of a candidate I am for a corporate or commercial TC/VS. I graduated from King's with a high 2.1 in a non-law degree in 2020 and took a year out. I then studied the GDL at BPP (achieved a high merit) and I am now completing the LPC. I have been active in a number of societies but have very minimal/no work experience. I have also never completed a VS (but I do intend to paralegal for a bit after graduating from the LPC). I have been putting off VS and direct TC applications for the last two years because of 1) fear, 2) thinking I don't have what it takes to get an offer and 3) not having enough work experience to pad out my applications.

I was just wondering if anyone could let me know what they think I can aim for as my imposter syndrome is getting the better of me. Are my prospects pretty good - could I aim for a lot of firms (i.e. American, Magic Circle, International, Silver Circle) or are some too far out of reach?

Also if anyone has a TC or has completed a VS with a similar background to me then it would be great to know your experience with applications

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

There are some scenario based question on our list here - https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/175-training-contract-interview-questions-2/

Thank you. Are there any sort of rules for answering these questions, or if I take a common sense approach will that be ok?

 

[TheBestSolicitorInTheWorld]

Anyone heard back from Vinson & Elkins post VI?