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

[lpcstudent]

Has anyone else still not heard from Mishcon after case studies?

 

[AvniD]

Generally speaking, is it beneficial to go into your vac scheme department with a solid understanding of an area or is this not necessary to do well? For example, I don’t know much at all about tax law but if I were to choose this department in a VS, would my lack of knowledge put me at any disadvantage?

Any insights would be greatly appreciated.

I think it's more important to be enthusiastic to learn and build your knowledge about that department rather than to demonstrate a solid understanding from the get go. There's nothing wrong with wanting to develop a solid understanding, I just wouldn't stress it if you weren't able to do it pre-VS and if it's not something your firm expects you to know.

 

[AvniD]

Just got a V&E vac scheme offer. My first ever vac scheme.

This last year has been rough for a variety of personal reasons - this week was especially difficult, as a family member passed away suddenly. But I just wanted to thank each one of you who've posted something that's made me laugh, smile, and feel supported. I hope I've been able to do that for some of you, as well.

So, so happy for you!!! Very well deserved. You have been absolutely amazing on the forum and I hope you'll keep us clued into what happens with your VS (and beyond!).

Wishing you the very best 😇😇😇

 

[JSM123]

Does anyone have any thoughts / insights on Hogan Lovells as a firm?

 

[AvniD]

I am currently trying to refine my answer where I am trying to describe the firm's growth strategy and compare to other mid-sized firms, do I need to drop a specific competitors?

You don't need to drop specific competitors (especially if it's not helping you answer the question you've been asked)- you can choose to focus on the growth strategy and what makes it stand out on its own and you'll still have a strong answer.

 

[AvniD]

Finished my AC. Feel like my negotiation was a bit of a car crash… my partner just did not give me the opportunity to respond to anything in the negotiation and was super dominant and I feel quite upset that I didn’t get the opportunity to say my piece.

I hope so, I do think the did pick up on it from
Something they did at the end of the exercise but it just feels really frustrating not to get a real opportunity to negotiate!

You gave it a good shot and that's really the best you can do. I've had some really bad car-crash looking interviews result in a job offer so I wouldn't count myself out of the race yet (while not maintaining unrealistic hopes either 😅). Hope everything works out well🤞

 

[PM2021]

Hey! I was wondering if anyone knew which firms have a good chance of taking direct TC intakes? My apologies if this question has been answered before, but it would be really helpful to me.

 

[HopefulForALawJob]

V&E Vac Scheme Offer!! Wow - is there anything better in this world than going F#*^ I see the rejection email only to click it and get the spot?!?? A nice change from the 12 or so other rejections I’ve received!

 

[John Travoni]

Freshfields are acc savage!! How am I receiving a PFO for my TC application at midnight 😒😕😂

 

[SCN]

Freshfields are acc savage!! How am I receiving a PFO for my TC application at midnight 😒😕😂

Same bro, same

 

[Law1099]

Any advice on how to not be a nervous wreck on your vac scheme? I think it’s my barrier to not doing well. Seriously thinking of taking a shot of vodka each morning at this point just to stop the jitters

 

[YUKI1201]

Does anyone have any thoughts / insights on Hogan Lovells as a firm?

Had an AC with them, people were genuinely nice and friendly, it was among the most pleasant ACs I've done so far. I think it's more or less a reflection of their culture

 

[GXA123]

Freshfields are acc savage!! How am I receiving a PFO for my TC application at midnight 😒😕😂

hahahah me toooo

 

[tc.la.vs]

Freshfields are acc savage!! How am I receiving a PFO for my TC application at midnight 😒😕😂

wait is it an April fools...?

 

[SCN]

wait is it an April fools...?

Should I reply back and say haha thanks for the April Fools joke, I'll see you on Monday for my first day

 

[Jaysen]

Just got a V&E vac scheme offer. My first ever vac scheme.

This last year has been rough for a variety of personal reasons - this week was especially difficult, as a family member passed away suddenly. But I just wanted to thank every one of you who has posted something that's made me laugh, smile, and feel supported. I hope I've been able to do that for some of you, as well.

Delighted for you. Well done

 

[AvniD]

Any advice on how to not be a nervous wreck on your vac scheme? I think it’s my barrier to not doing well. Seriously thinking of taking a shot of vodka each morning at this point just to stop the jitters

At some point during app season I just accepted that I was nervous and took it as a sign of me caring about my career (which I guess is a good thing?😅)

Also try clueing in those around you as to how you're feeling. It can be hard to open up when you're feeling vulnerable but oftentimes that's when you need to most.

Would also suggest that you do things to decompress every day of your VS- whether it's watching a movie, going for a walk, doing a hobby that calms you- whatever helps.

Wishing you the best- you've got this! 💪

 

[boateng_l]

Mishcon case study invite!
really thought I was done with this cycle, because my Mishcon VI went so poorly so I'd ruled it out. I guess Im back in the game 😂

Hi! I’ve just been invited to VI. Would you mind saying how many and the types (competency/motivational/situational) of questions you got in your Mischon VI?

 

[B_L@w]

Scared to ask but any Cooley offers?

 

[LawfulRust00]

So my feedback report says I scored more highly than 58% of applicants for Emotify and 81% of applicants for Cognify (Ashurst Direct TC). Am I in with a shout?