TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[legallybleachblonde]

Hi everyone. Do you think it is wise to include two Forage job simulations by two different firms in the cover letter for another firm? I'd include them to supplement my interest in that practice area because, besides academics and professional experience, I don't have much to demonstrate my interest in the field. I know they don't mean much, but at least they back up my interest.

I always include it in my apps and in the descriptions I elaborate on exactly why its relevant to the firm I'm applying to, to tie it back together - if that makes sense.

 

[GigiB2001]

I always include it in my apps and in the descriptions I elaborate on exactly why its relevant to the firm I'm applying to, to tie it back together - if that makes sense.

Thank you, Olivia!

 

[OliverTwist]

I thought Cooley's process was WGT and then AC, didn't realise there was a zoom interview in between 😭

I thought the same. I'd prefer a zoom interview to a TI or pre recorded VI any day though, so not complaining.

That is of course only if I get past the dreaded WG.

 

[bibss]

Akin TI! Anyone has any tips? I have never done a telephone interview before

 

[EA95]

Latham summer VS offer! non open day. Applied late nov

Congrats 🎉 can you advise when you did the AC?

 

[Hana ♥]

Akin TI! Anyone has any tips? I have never done a telephone interview before

Congrats!!

In the same boat. Mine is later today and I have no clue how long I should actually take per answer

 

[EA95]

I’m becoming anxious with all these applications that I’m waiting a response for. I’m still waiting on answers for Links spring VS, Latham summer VS, OC VS, Hogan Lovells VS, and these are all applications that I have done assessments for (WGT and SJT) in dec 2024. Should I take it as PFO’s considering people have been offered places and AC’s.

 

[legal18]

Anything from Weil?

 

[Aspiringsolicitor01]

Anyone know when Irwin Mitchell expect to get back to us about potential next steps?

 

[mariistm]

have people had ACs for CMS Bristol?

 

[mulan0]

Would it be okay to ask grad rec what type of VI it will be if they haven’t specified eg competency (bristows)

 

[Maddy]

Whoever received Links AC invite are they fast track candidates?

 

[sakras602]

Got Cooley WG last night and W&C VI this morning!

 

[Harvey Specter - Presiding Partner]

I’m becoming anxious with all these applications that I’m waiting a response for. I’m still waiting on answers for Links spring VS, Latham summer VS, OC VS, Hogan Lovells VS, and these are all applications that I have done assessments for (WGT and SJT) in dec 2024. Should I take it as PFO’s considering people have been offered places and AC’s.

I think the majority of us haven’t yet heard back from HL for SVS. From what I have seen on this forum, HL have only held around 3 AC’s (with 6 people per AC) and they offered 2 SVS places. 🙂

They will have a lot more AC’s over the next few weeks and potentially into March. 🥲

So I wouldn’t assume PFO just yet. We won’t know until we get the email. Best of luck with your applications!!​

 

[AlegalA]

Has anyone heard back from DWF, Irwin Mitchell or PMC?

 

[manifestingthetc]

I’m becoming anxious with all these applications that I’m waiting a response for. I’m still waiting on answers for Links spring VS, Latham summer VS, OC VS, Hogan Lovells VS, and these are all applications that I have done assessments for (WGT and SJT) in dec 2024. Should I take it as PFO’s considering people have been offered places and AC’s.

I am in the same boat and the anxiety is real! I keep comparing myself to other candidates in the forum because I've not heard from any firm since I've completed the applications. E.g Gibson Dunn, I sent this in September and still nothing and I'm feeling frustrated and annoyed because I would also like to feel that I am on the right track with my progress and I am getting the opportunity for an interview. This is my 3rd cycle now and I'm just like ughhhh pls give me an interview. Anyway, you're not alone, perhaps we're all in a similar boat!

 

[Legalitaly]

Akin AC
Goodwin VI
Weil VI
W&C VI
Dechert Written Task
Willkie Written Task
Linklaters
HSF VS
Reed smith AC
Macfarlanes AC
Addleshaw Goddard AC

12 applications, 5 ACs, 1 rejection

Successful with HSF and got an offer

Waiting for Weil, Linklaters, W&C and Goodwin.
Weil said 2 weeks but nothing yet. I saw a summer VS for Linklaters today, was that the fast track individuals.

Hi! Is the HSF offer for the spring VS?

 

[S7321]

Any insights into whether S&S have already done ACs and filled places? I applied quite close to the deadline and am wondering whether it was too late.

 

[eviemck1]

Has anyone heard back from Addleshaw Goddard yet, post-VI?

Have you heard back yet - I am still waiting to hear something! Would rather a quick no than all this waiting

 

[traineedreamer]

Hi all! Can anyone please give me some insight into the types of adjustments that you can request for assessment centres? Particularly ADHD related adjustments?