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

[BM99]

Mayer Brown PFO post online assessments. Completed tests on 20th Dec.

I'm sorry to hear that. Which stage did you stop at? SST and verbal test stage or the Job Simulation Stage?

 

[koshka]

how long do hogan lovells usually take to get back to you post WG ?

 

[bananak]

For Clyde & Co VI, does anyone know what commercial awareness questions they ask?

 

[F99]

Thoughts on using firm name abbreviations in apps, e.g. 'Latham' instead of 'Latham & Watkins'?

 

[Lian Lian]

Fairly confident that Latham is non-rolling.

okay this is great news. thank you!

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Does anyone know why on CVMail some answers to my application questions for Baker McKenzie were in a darker colour is it an indication of copy and paste from another application. Also, will the law firm see it like this also when they are reviewing my application.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Does anyone know why on CVMail some answers to my application questions for Baker McKenzie were in a darker colour is it an indication of copy and paste from another application. Also, will the law firm see it like this also when they are reviewing my application.

Its probably just the firm's branding. Firms can often tailor the colour of these platforms to fit in with their corporate colours.

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Its probably just the firm's branding. Firms can often tailor the colour of these platforms to fit in with their corporate colours.

Thank you for this. Got really stressed for a second.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Thank you for this. Got really stressed for a second.

Whatever it is, copy and paste won't really be assessed/monitored, as you could copy something from your own documentation.

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Whatever it is, copy and paste won't really be assessed/monitored, as you could copy something from your own documentation.

Oh I see thank you very much for this. At times like these am happy for TCLA forum and TCLA team for helping.

 

[AspiringTrainee]

For Clyde & Co VI, does anyone know what commercial awareness questions they ask?

Personally for mine - it was strength and motivational questions only I got but it might be worth thinking of topics so you can bring them into discussion should you need to

 

[AspiringTrainee]

Thoughts on using firm name abbreviations in apps, e.g. 'Latham' instead of 'Latham & Watkins'?

You can do. Just make sure you state the full name first, then abbreviate. I’ve done that in previous applications and it’s been okay.

 

[F99]

You can do. Just make sure you state the full name first, then abbreviate. I’ve done that in previous applications and it’s been okay.

Thank you!

 

[Rob93]

Thoughts on using firm name abbreviations in apps, e.g. 'Latham' instead of 'Latham & Watkins'?

Agree with the above, but I'd add that if the firm refers to itself in abbreviation you can usually dispense with the long form entirely (e.g. Weil, Freshfields, Skadden). If you're considering an acronym (e.g. A&O, HSF, NRF) check to see if the firm uses it in marketing materials or the app form. If yes, it's fine, if not then I probably wouldn't - though I doubt it would be fatal to an otherwise good application.

 

[F99]

Agree with the above, but I'd add that if the firm refers to itself in abbreviation you can usually dispense with the long form entirely (e.g. Weil, Freshfields, Skadden). If you're considering an acronym (e.g. A&O, HSF, NRF) check to see if the firm uses it in marketing materials or the app form. If yes, it's fine, if not then I probably wouldn't - though I doubt it would be fatal to an otherwise good application.

Very useful, thanks!

 

[bananak]

Personally for mine - it was strength and motivational questions only I got but it might be worth thinking of topics so you can bring them into discussion should you need to

Thank you so much for your help, much appreciated xx So they didn't ask you any questions on commercial awareness / related to a recent news story?

 

[A92167!8]

How did people input A Levels on the DLA Piper form? It only lets you put a single subject in each education section - did you put multiple educations in? And put N/A when it asked for % stuff ?

Also did you not put GCSEs in?

 

[AspiringTrainee]

Thank you so much for your help, much appreciated xx So they didn't ask you any questions on commercial awareness / related to a recent news story?

No, I didn’t have any commercial questions

 

[lawful_neutral216]

I'm sorry to hear that. Which stage did you stop at? SST and verbal test stage or the Job Simulation Stage?

SST and Verbal test!

 

[vacschemeapss]

I hope everyone is enjoying the festive period!

I have just received my CMs VI invite and I wanted to ask those who have done it how they found it and what a good way to prepare would be.

Thank you!

Happy to help, feel free to DM. Generally, why cms, competencies such as leadership/teamwork/inspiring others are tested. Dont forget to smile and look into the camera. Make sure to practice a ton too!