TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

[summer207]

Thank you!! If you don't mind, please may I know how you found this out?

I attended an event with them recently where grad rec made it clear that it was non-rolling

 

[alicebloom]

[email protected]

Honestly, reply to your email and ask for an update and they should reply!

Super helpful! Just emailed and they let me know I had passed the SJT - so for any one else that hasn't heard anything since completing the SJT, I would recommend emailing!

 

[OB]

Oh man... just did the Simmons verbal test hahaha shocking

 

[dangelataher]

I'm just now applying to Simmons and there is only question - "Please give details of your interests and activities, positions of responsibility, skills and achievements. Please also include any other information relevant to your application. (250 words max)" - does this seem right? No other questions and no cover letter?

 

[George.E.]

I'm just now applying to Simmons and there is only question - "Please give details of your interests and activities, positions of responsibility, skills and achievements. Please also include any other information relevant to your application. (250 words max)" - does this seem right? No other questions and no cover letter?

You're right, that's the only question (I was also surprised like you when I applied/ thought I was missing the other half of the application form somewhere!).

 

[OB]

I'm just now applying to Simmons and there is only question - "Please give details of your interests and activities, positions of responsibility, skills and achievements. Please also include any other information relevant to your application. (250 words max)" - does this seem right? No other questions and no cover letter?

Yes that's the only question

 

[deckoking123]

can/should I apply to a winter scheme after not converting a VS at the firm?

 

[OB]

can/should I apply to a winter scheme after not converting a VS at the firm?

If you've taken their feedback on board and the firm lets you then why not

 

[dangelataher]

You're right, that's the only question (I was also surprised like you when I applied/ thought I was missing the other half of the application form somewhere!).

Yes that's the only question

Gosh so strange! Was going crazy clicking back and next looking for the other questions!

 

[Mxkry]

I'm just now applying to Simmons and there is only question - "Please give details of your interests and activities, positions of responsibility, skills and achievements. Please also include any other information relevant to your application. (250 words max)" - does this seem right? No other questions and no cover letter?

that's how it was for the summer vacation scheme, yes.

 

[S30]

For anyone who has applied to DLA Piper is a cover letter needed? Someone said CV is just fine. But would like to get further insights!

 

[Charke]

For anyone who has applied to DLA Piper is a cover letter needed? Someone said CV is just fine. But would like to get further insights!

I applied and only provided a CV.

 

[lawyering]

For anyone who has applied to DLA Piper is a cover letter needed? Someone said CV is just fine. But would like to get further insights!

I attended one of their recent Grad Rec sessions and they explicitly said "don't write a cover letter, we won't read it" - hope this helps

 

[S30]

I attended one of their recent Grad Rec sessions and they explicitly said "don't write a cover letter, we won't read it" - hope this helps

Thank you so much!

 

[BeGrateful.101]

What's the app question for DLA Piper??

 

[dangelataher]

Just submitted my Simmons application and got the link for the online judgement test. I've never done a test before so was wondering if there are any tips/things to watch out for?

@George.E. @OB @Mxkry maybe if you can help

 

[Charke]

What's the app question for DLA Piper??

They asked for a news story that interested you and why.

 

[OB]

Just submitted my Simmons application and got the link for the online judgement test. I've never done a test before so was wondering if there are any tips/things to watch out for?

@George.E. @OB @Mxkry maybe if you can help

You’ll get scenarios that you would face as a trainee there and you choose from options what actions you’d take. It’s quite straightforward and nothing to stress about

 

[Lawyered22]

Anyone else having issues inputting modules & results on the University Education section of the Vantage platform?

 

[Aspiring Solicitor 007]

Has anyone else received their SJT outcome email from A&O twice?
My portal still shows app as under review.