TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[axelbeugre]

Thanks both!

I'd heard from someone that although they are non-rolling they may still look at the applications received first hence my worry (and last year I applied quite late and I'm scared that this is what disadvantaged me the most).

Would you say applying for the W&C Winter (rolling ddl 11 September 2023 – 15 October 2023) I should be ok applying in the next week?

I saw Jessica Booker mention applying in the first 2/3 of the deadline is the best (but given that the window is only a month I'm not sure if this still applies)?

Hey @Imurph I would say you are very much in a good position applying next week to W&C Winter, do not worry too much about this! Good luck with the application and smash it!

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Thanks both!

I'd heard from someone that although they are non-rolling they may still look at the applications received first hence my worry (and last year I applied quite late and I'm scared that this is what disadvantaged me the most).

Would you say applying for the W&C Winter (rolling ddl 11 September 2023 – 15 October 2023) I should be ok applying in the next week?

I saw Jessica Booker mention applying in the first 2/3 of the deadline is the best (but given that the window is only a month I'm not sure if this still applies)?

Yes, general rule applies!

 

[lmurph]

Thanks for confirming!

Would you mind confirming if, in your point of view, the question "In 250 words tell us what a commercial lawyer does. (250 words max)" can be limited to what a commercial lawyer does (and not looking for what key attributes, etc. a commercial lawyer needs to possess) ?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Thanks for confirming!

Would you mind confirming if, in your point of view, the question "In 250 words tell us what a commercial lawyer does. (250 words max)" can be limited to what a commercial lawyer does (and not looking for what key attributes, etc. a commercial lawyer needs to possess) ?

Yes, definitely - it’s not asking you what makes a good lawyer, just what they do. Think about it more like “what is a lawyer’s purpose?”

 

[Deleted member 22634]

We dont have to link it back to our experience right?

Yes, definitely - it’s not asking you what makes a good lawyer, just what they do. Think about it more like “what is a lawyer’s purpose?”

 

[Tintin06]

Anyone got an email from Latham & Watkins saying there was an issue with the test invitation? I've applied for the summer scheme and haven't got any test invite other than this email.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

We dont have to link it back to our experience right?

Definitely not - the question is not asking this of you.

 

[S87]

If a firm asks you
“Describe a current commercial issue that has interested you and explain why it interested you? “ Do we need to write about a topic that relates to the firm’s practices or just show our interest?

 

[user9809]

Haven’t applied to HSF WVS yet but does anyone know if the SJT is automatic?

 

[bibss]

Haven’t applied to HSF WVS yet but does anyone know if the SJT is automatic?

Yes it is! You will receive it within 3 working days

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

If a firm asks you
“Describe a current commercial issue that has interested you and explain why it interested you? “ Do we need to write about a topic that relates to the firm’s practices or just show our interest?

Not explicitly. It is not asking you to do this, but I would make sure the topic you choose would be of interest to either the firm’s lawyers or clients even if you don’t explain why that is the case in your answer.

 

[S87]

Not explicitly. It is not asking you to do this, but I would make sure the topic you choose would be of interest to either the firm’s lawyers or clients even if you don’t explain why that is the case in your answer.

Thank you! @Jessica Booker

 

[mfuturetrainee]

i would love to get some advice for mentioning a deal in an application. so I'm in a slight bit of a dilemma because I'm mentioning a deal that I found quite interesting that the firm did in my written application. now I don't know to what extent is that deal picked up and grilled in interviews, as in what should be my approach when researching the deal in even more depth when I make it to the interview stage. what factors should I be considering that I could be quizzed about besides why i mentioned the deal and found it interesting? or is this an avenue i shouldn't go down?

i would love to hear your thoughts as well! @Jessica Booker

 

[Deleted member 22634]

Definitely not - the question is not asking this of you.

In some prev apps, people mention their experience - thanks for clarification

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

In some prev apps, people mention their experience - thanks for clarification

I really don’t think you need to do this. The question would ask this if it was something the firm was expecting.

 

[Tintin06]

Definitely like the What The Lawyer Says article. I feel they're really detailed and tell you a lot about revenue, deals etc.

 

[Deleted member 22634]

I really don’t think you need to do this. The question would ask this if it was something the firm was expecting.

Thank you Jessica xx

 

[Deleted member 22634]

How long does Ashurst takes to send the online test?? Isnt automatic?

 

[The6FigureSuccessfulSolicitor]

Hi are there VIs for Ashurst and HSF?

 

[livrobertson]

I'm currently in the process of filling out the application form for the Hogan Lovells vacation scheme. Once of the questions is asking for me to tell them about something I have done that shows I have an entrepreneurial spirit. What kinds of experiences can I talk about for this question - is it just limited to running some kind of business?