TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[aspiringlawyer47]

same!! They could have sent it out after tomorrow

I’m so irritated did you apply for the TC as well?

 

[crt1s]

I’m so irritated did you apply for the TC as well?

Only applied for VS so far. Remember seeing someone on here say you can apply for both, but I wasn't sure if that was correct though as the website says differently. I will clarify tomorrow

 

[aspiringlawyer47]

Only applied for VS so far. Remember seeing someone on here say you can apply for both, but I wasn't sure if that was correct though as the website says differently. I will clarify tomorrow

You definitely can! I’ve applied for both but I did the tests within a day of each other so I’m thinking, if the issue was my test, then what’s the point of attending if they’re going to reject me for the TC come April

 

[lawapplicant]

Only applied for VS so far. Remember seeing someone on here say you can apply for both, but I wasn't sure if that was correct though as the website says differently. I will clarify tomorrow

I e-mailed them and they confirmed you can.

 

[PC99]

I got an email confirming I passed the benchmark, did the test yesterday

Yay! Same, just got the email as well!

 

[sxw517]

Hey @axelbeugre, does Goodwin offer a restructuring seat? Their website says the London office has restructuring lawyers and capabilities in this area. However, chambers state otherwise. Thanks in advance

 

[crt1s]

You definitely can! I’ve applied for both but I did the tests within a day of each other so I’m thinking, if the issue was my test, then what’s the point of attending if they’re going to reject me for the TC come April

Ohh I see. It may still be beneficial to attend.
I take it the questions are different on the applications?

 

[aspiringlawyer47]

Ohh I see. It may still be beneficial to attend.
I take it the questions are different on the applications?

They’re the same! Plus I’ve been to at least 3 in person events and 1 online event since October idk what to do

 

[DunphyPritchett]

When a firm says they want applicants from a leading university, does this mean Russell group/ Oxbridge?

 

[Manuchelsout]

Do Latham require a high 2.1/first in degree

 

[lawapplicant]

When a firm says they want applicants from a leading university, does this mean Russell group/ Oxbridge?

No it means Manchester Metropolitan and Leeds Beckett mate

 

[Deleted member 32324]

No it means Manchester Metropolitan and Leeds Beckett mate

You gain nothing from being condescending 'mate'

 

[jplaw1010]

When a firm says they want applicants from a leading university, does this mean Russell group/ Oxbridge?

Mostly, they'll probably class St Andrews, Loughborough and Lancaster in that too

 

[jplaw1010]

Is it too late to apply to BCLP seeing as ACs have already been given?

 

[laby201]

Is it too late to apply to BCLP seeing as ACs have already been given?

The deadline doesn’t close for over a month still; I don’t think there’s any harm in applying, regardless of ACs being sent out. They’d be missing out on a lot of potentially good candidates if they didn’t consider anyone sending an application in now.

 

[zizszhplum]

Akin TI! Would appreciate any advice, I really like this firm

 

[Hjaym]

Anyone who has done the Simmons & Simmons test and VI, could you let me know how long you have to answer the questions and think about them?

Looking for this too! Applied for position in Middle East and haven’t heard yet

 

[Deleted member 32324]

They’re the same! Plus I’ve been to at least 3 in person events and 1 online event since October idk what to do

Sorry if you don't mind me asking, when did you apply to BCLP?

 

[missingh]

Hi, I've just applied for latham SVS and i was just wanting to check is the test deadline the 13th Dec as it said 3 days after the application deadline for London. I know its a bit pedantic but just wanted to make sure!!

 

[RK444]

I’ve just been offered a VS at DLA Piper! Did the AC today