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

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If you can still view your previous applications on a firm's website does this mean that *theoretically* said firm could also look back at these if you were to submit a new application?

The applications are from over a year ago now so was hoping the firm wouldn't have bothered holding on to the data!
 
If you can still view your previous applications on a firm's website does this mean that *theoretically* said firm could also look back at these if you were to submit a new application?

The applications are from over a year ago now so was hoping the firm wouldn't have bothered holding on to the data!
Yes - if you can view it, the firm could to. They are the ones storing the data.
 
Hi @George Maxwell

Thanks for your kind words!!! The email invite just said it will consist of a case study interview as well as a HR interview. I am most concerned about the case study but from the information I could find it seems it will be M&A related.
Hi @Ziaskia,

You are absolutely welcome. Myself and the rest of the forum team are always here to help :).

So regarding case studies, make sure that you are hot on your commercial terms. Know how to use them and what they mean. This is a very good start. I would also highly recommend @Jacob Miller's case study guide (which can be found here). I used this when I was interviewing and found it very helpful.

Case study interviews are designed to be dynamic and, to some extent, will be a little unpredictable. So you will not go into it feeling 100% prepared (or at least, I never did!). However, I tended to focus on being enthusiastic and curious. I would also advise that you take your time. When you do answer think out loud, and take them through your thinking in a clear and logical way. The Partner(s) interviewing you will want to see your thought process and how you think.

Lastly, it sounds like you have interviewed before (just based on your lack of concern about the HR interview). However, if you have not (which is by no means a bad thing!) my best piece of advice is practice. Speak with a friend or family member and go through some of the classic questions (i.e., "Why you?", "Why commercial law?" etc.). Verbalising your ideas will mean that you answer more fluently in your interview.

Do let me know how it goes and, of course, please reach out if you have any further questions!
 
I just took Reed Smith's SST for the second time this year and got exactly the same strengths. What is everyone getting?
I just did it but haven’t got my result yet. What are you doing about the second test? If I try to click on the test link again, it says I have completed the test and won’t let me in any further. Did you get a response from GR?
 
I just did it but haven’t got my result yet. What are you doing about the second test? If I try to click on the test link again, it says I have completed the test and won’t let me in any further. Did you get a response from GR?
I did not email GR and did not try to do the second one because I got the email confirmation and the report immediately after (within seconds). Please let me know of the outcome once they respond but I am sure it is a mistake.
 
I did not email GR and did not try to do the second one because I got the email confirmation and the report immediately after (within seconds). Please let me know of the outcome once they respond but I am sure it is a mistake.
I haven’t written to them. Sorry I thought it was you but it was someone else upthread.

One of my skills has changed! I got judgement, attention to detail and confidence this year. Last year, that last one was collaboration. What did you get?

I am very nervous that I have somehow become less collaborative!
 
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I haven’t written to them. Sorry I thought it was you but it was someone else upthread.

One of my skills has changed! I got judgement, attention to detail and confidence this year. Last year, that last one was collaboration. What did you get?
This is really interesting! I got attention to detail, collaboration, and social adaptability.
 
Hi! Does anyone know if Ashurst and White & Case are still giving out ACs?
Hey! New member here, but a long time observer of TCLA!

I have some info on this, so I thought I'd help out. I have an interview with W&C for their upcoming WVS, and when I was booking my AC slot, I was given options until the end of next week. Also, even though I couldn't book past the end of next week, the system stated a candidate has to choose a slot before the 19th Nov, so that may be the cut off point?
 
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Hey! New member here, but a long time observer of TCLA!

I have some info on this, so I thought I'd help out. I have an interview with W&C for their upcoming WVS, and when I was booking my AC slot, I was given options until the end of next week. Also, even though I could book past the end of next week, the system stated a candidate has to choose a slot before the 19th Nov, so that may be the cut off point?

I completed my VI for White & Case last week, so thank you very much for that! Could I ask you, how long did it took to receive an AC invitation after your VI? many thanks.
 
Have my HSF AC this Tuesday and I think the thing I’m most nervous about is knowing your probably going to say something incorrect/be challenged by the interviewer.
Anyone have any tips on how to respond if you don’t know have the specific legal knowledge they’re questioning you on? Is there a good way to ask them to explain further before taking a stab at answering?
 
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Have my HSF AC this Tuesday and I think the thing I’m most nervous about is knowing your probably going to say something incorrect/be challenged by the interviewer.
Anyone have any tips on how to respond if you don’t know have the specific legal knowledge they’re questioning you on? Is there a good way to ask them to explain further before taking a stab at answering?
I'd also appreciate the answers to these ques!

However, I would say, having done a (sadly unsuccessful) TC interview, that recruiters don't generally ask questions on specific, black letter law. Although, if you mention something in an answer, perhaps like an IPO or a mechanism of contract law, then expect to be questioned on it.

Logically speaking, if you don't know the answer to a tough question, then say so. Perhaps ask for the question to be rephrased or some background info... Better that than waffling and making the situation worse, in my opinion.
 
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