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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Mills Reeve PFO
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    I know CRS doesn't
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Anyone know when we should hear back from OC?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Yeah same now I'm worried Just out of curiosity, what was your SJT report like? I feel like they're so bizarre because mine said I 'excelled in numerical ability' whereas everyone who knows me knows that I absolutely suck at math 🤣
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Haven't even got the wg yet mate 😭 You had a v quick turnaround I wasn't expecting that haha. Btw you're doing amazing this cycle!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Let's hope it's good news haha
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Does anyone know if Mills send their rejections together or in batches? Still haven't heard from them but don't wanna get my hopes up and then crushed
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Thank you that's very helpful :)
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hey guys, I'm filling in some application (not for a law firm) and the question is : ' please explain how you will manage your time with your studies and other commitments if you were successful in securing a place ' What am I supposed to say in this? I know I have good time management skills...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Has anyone heard from WBD post app? Idk if they're rolling or not
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi @AvniD Just a kind of spin on the question asked - I submitted my application for Mishcon about 2 weeks ago and got a confirmation of receipt email from CVMail but nothing from Mishcon itself. Should I be worried that they haven't got my application? Just concerned because I submitted an...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    How long does it take for Mishcon to get back to you regarding a VI post app? I submitted my application almost 1.5 weeks ago and haven't heard anything but I know someone on here applied around the same time as me and got an invite.. should I just assume a PFO?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hey do you know if WBD send a WG test to everyone or if they review apps first? I applied almost two weeks ago and haven't received anything
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Same for me, what did your report say was your area of improvement?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    [email protected]
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Remembering from last year's application, you can email them to ask your percentile
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Congrats and good luck! When did you apply? Edit: the email said we would hear back after the application deadline which is still a week away?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    It's SJT + a written question in the end (untimed). Hope this helps!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Anyone who's done the Mills & Reeve test, what was your feedback report like? And have you heard back from them?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Pretty sure they screen apps first. I submitted mine this week so hopefully we'll hear back next week :)

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