TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[Amehta1]

on the 22nd but i had an extension to complete it !!

Hopefully they respond to us post Vi soon! I hope your AC went well

 

[Miss Chocolate]

No - this won’t be an issue.

Thank you!! 🙏

 

[cattlawapps324]

Yes I feel the exact same way!!! I have my first AC next week for a firm I really really want to work at but the prep is swallowing me alive. I’ve been drowning in commercial awareness that I feel like I’m applying to bloody vanguard or black rock😭

I have 3 AC’s in the space of a week from next week and whilst it’s an amazing opportunity the stress that comes with it is ridiculous.

I work full time too and after work I’m soo tired I wanna sleep but there’s no time to sleep.

I’ve practiced about 15 different competency questions and I still can’t remember what I need to say for them. I’ll have no notes so I dunno if I’ll survive the day tbh. I’ve spoken to previous candidates who have done AC’s for the firm and their advice has been great but it just sounds soo full on.

The exercises themselves seem like they’re trying to make you fail and I really don’t see me being able to talk to a partner for 25 minutes on a case study without forgetting something crucial and on top of all of that I have to remember their values and what they’re looking for a trainee!

I love law and would love to be a commercial lawyer and all the stress that comes with it but I also just want to sip cocktails on a beach 😭

You got this!! They wouldn’t give you an AC if they didn’t think you’re a good fit! Just put your all into the AC that’s all you can do, having nerves is a positive sign as it means you really want it! all you have to do is channel that ‘want’ to the partners and grad rec on the day

PS. congrats btw - that's awesome!! Hope you smash them!

 

[Illtakeanythingatthispoint]

Anyone who has interviewed at Sidley - how long did it take for you to hear back whatever the outcome?

 

[Deleted member 31343]

When did you start prepping for the ACs if you don't mind me asking? Do you reckon a week and a half is enough?

I got my first AC invite 2 weeks ago but I was on holiday abroad for 10 days so prep was limited. Came back a few days ago and have been non stop. I think if I too much time I’ll do too much and not ficus on key things. I think a week and a half could be enough if it’s your only one and you apply yourself to the research. I mean I got given an AC today for next week 😔

 

[EllaClayton]

Anyone else not heard from mishcon or Simmons? Guess I’ll be waiting until Monday then 🫠

 

[trainingcontract]

was disappointed that I didn't received a CRS VI when I spent 2 full days on the app. Read through my submission again and realised I referred to the firm as Charles Russell Speechly (singular) within the first sentence. One Speechly. I'm speechlyss.

 

[rabialegal]

Has anyone who has done a VI with Charles Russell Speechlys in the past or has one coming up, do you know what type of questions it will be? Strength based or competency?

 

[Lola333]

That’s quite competitive

Roughly 1 in 3, they had 90 people for ACs and made 30 offers so similar chances

 

[Amehta1]

I did W&C AC earlier this week, yet to hear back. Appeared to only have slots for Tuesday and Wednesday when I was selecting, so assuming they're doing it in stages? Any idea how many days until we can expect to hear back?

How long after your VI did they reach out to you?

 

[cattlawapps324]

I got my first AC invite 2 weeks ago but I was on holiday abroad for 10 days so prep was limited. Came back a few days ago and have been non stop. I think if I too much time I’ll do too much and not ficus on key things. I think a week and a half could be enough if it’s your only one and you apply yourself to the research. I mean I got given an AC today for next week 😔

thanksss! good luck, hope it goes well 😇

 

[AlegalA]

People that got CRS VI's today- when did you apply?
Is anyone still waiting to hear back?

 

[Legalitaly]

People that got CRS VI's today- when did you apply?
Is anyone still waiting to hear back?

I am still waiting

 

[law12345]

People that got CRS VI's today- when did you apply?
Is anyone still waiting to hear back?

I applied on the 15th Jan

 

[TC seeker]

@Jessica Booker Hi Jessica! If I still apply the winter vacation scheme later this year ( final year of a non-law degree), when the training contract will begin?

 

[PFO King]

Don't think it's automatic. Can I ask when you applied?

31st jan

 

[Deleted member 31343]

I know I’ve practically taken over this forum today but quick question for a panicking human 😂😂

I’ve just recorded myself answering “why do you want to work for x firm”

It came up to 6mins 10 seconds.

Would this come across as me yapping on? How long should you spend answering a question?
If I smile and console the poor partner that I’m nearly finished talking would that make it better? 😭
Would my answer to “why do you want to be a commercial lawyer” be short than the former

I watched it back and I thought I did a pretty good job would offered myself the TC tbh…

 

[legalgrinch]

First ever AC completed this afternoon. Can we get a prayer circle going to make it a good outcome...

Hate how you can never really tell how it went because the interviewers will nod along to anything I spout making it so hard to judge 🤞

I hate those ones! You got this! 🙌

 

[mfuturetrainee]

I know I’ve practically taken over this forum today but quick question for a panicking human 😂😂

I’ve just recorded myself answering “why do you want to work for x firm”

It came up to 6mins 10 seconds.

Would this come across as me yapping on? How long should you spend answering a question?
If I smile and console the poor partner that I’m nearly finished talking would that make it better? 😭
Would my answer to “why do you want to be a commercial lawyer” be short than the former

I watched it back and I thought I did a pretty good job would offered myself the TC tbh…

i’d say it’s a bit long to be speaking for that long imo but idk, I kind of try to keep it at 4 minutes (including the nerves will probably have u speaking faster as well)

also don’t console the partner, be confident in your delivery and make sure it’s not waffle, you want to come across as assured as possible would be my advice but regards to the timings there could be diff opinions on this!

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

@Jessica Booker Hi Jessica! If I still apply the winter vacation scheme later this year ( final year of a non-law degree), when the training contract will begin?

Most likely not until the next recruitment cycle and so intakes a year later than the firm is recruiting for now.