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  1. Jessica Pearson

    Becoming Jessica Pearson (An International Student's TC Journey)

    Hello everyone!! As the new application cycle is approaching, I have decided to create my own thread and keep myself accountable. A bit about me: I am an international student who recently graduated with a 2:1 from a non-RG uni and 3 Bs at A levels (was still getting used to the UK system at the...
  2. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I haven't heard back but I think it was labelled rolling because it seemed like they initially didn't have a deadline. Also for your second question, you should be fine. Most firms are looking for a 2:1 overall and some don't even have a minimum requirement.
  3. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I spoke to someone from HR at the firm, and she said that you'll still have to apply for a TC after the vacation scheme. I think it's because the application is quite straightforward.
  4. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    23rd Jan
  5. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Reed Smith pfo post-vi. 😭
  6. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    😭😂😂Three trains have passed in the last five minutes but I don't want to close the windows just yet because the cool breeze is keeping me calm. 🥲
  7. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Currently doing my Reed Smith VI. I live close to the train tracks and decided to do the VI at night for peace and quiet. As soon as I hit record, a train passed by! 😭😭
  8. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Reed Smith VI!! After I had given up hope. Thank God. Does anyone have any tips, particularly for the types of questions they ask in the VI (motivational, competency, strength)? For reference I applied on the deadline morning (6th Jan).
  9. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    If I may ask, what email was this? The only email I got was from Vantage (Candid), which confirmed my application.
  10. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thank you so much. These questions are really useful!
  11. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I have an interview coming up with Farrer & Co, and this is what they told me they will be testing: "In this interview, we will delve a bit more deeply into your motivations to pursue a career in law, which areas of law interest you, your understanding of the role of a solicitor, and your wider...
  12. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is anyone still else waiting on Reed Smith post app?
  13. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I heard from OC's grad rec that their deadline is non-rolling. She said that yeah, they review applications as they come in and put them in piles. Then after the deadline, they review their yes and maybes and give AC then. So you still have a chance if you submit on the deadline.
  14. Jessica Pearson

    Ask Reed Smith Anything! ⬇️

    @ReedSmithBecca @RikPalmer-ReedSmith I saw on the careers website that we should email our mitigating circumstances to grad rec. What email do we send it to and is it compulsory to do this before applying?
  15. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    23rd Oct
  16. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    HSF summer vac PFO
  17. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    So sorry to hear this but was this for Spring or summer?
  18. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Is BCLP's test automatic?
  19. Jessica Pearson

    HSF Blended Online Assessment

    Hey, there's no verbal reasoning section.
  20. Jessica Pearson

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    The test was SJTs and personality questionnaires. I would advise that you think about how you can display the firm's values in every question.

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