TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
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It's an extremely tough question. My approach - bear in mind i was unsuccessful - was to focus on the firm's market position and client base and possible ways to build that out. I looked at possible geographic expansion, developing a niche practice group and broader ESG integration. Common thread was that all would be a value-add to some portion of existing clients + potentially attract new clients, all leveraging existing strengths.Hi all! I'm applying to Ropes & Gray and attempting to draft an answer to their application question-
What three proposals would you make to the Partnership if you were Chair of Ropes & Gray? (500 words)
I haven't come across a question like this before, any tips on how I can proceed?I don't want to rush it by adding generic points since the word count is also substantial.
Ultimately I think the most important thing is to remember that this question wants you to show you understand 1) business generally 2) law as a business and 3) Ropes specifically. If you achieve those things you'll be in the runningHi all! I'm applying to Ropes & Gray and attempting to draft an answer to their application question-
What three proposals would you make to the Partnership if you were Chair of Ropes & Gray? (500 words)
I haven't come across a question like this before, any tips on how I can proceed?
Yes (also CC) I would suggest using Assessment day and check youtube to learn how to ace WG
Skadden's GR team is literally one person (from my personal understanding) so sit tight and keep calm
Kirkland and Davis Polk are non rolling and haven't closed yet so I'd expect a couple weeks after close. Skadden is rolling and closed and I think could really be whenever. I wouldn't expect anything before next week, and reckon mid-late Jan for most.
You won't get answers for any of the practice tests from the test provider as often those questions will come up in the real test - Lawyer Portal's practice WG is good for giving answers and reasonings why its right or wrong
@michael98 it's absolutely alright to mention the case because you're using it to substantiate your interest in the practice area, not to demonstrate your knowledge of the case itself. Focus on how the firm went about the case, their strategy, which expertise and offices were engaged, their standout arguments etc. rather than the outcome- it's a part of a lawyer's life to win some and lose some as rightly put by @Jessica Booker 😇Hello @Jessica Booker. Hope you're well.
One of the questions in an application I am currently working on asks about a practice area I am interested in. I was planning on mentioning a case that representatives from the firm talked about during a case study workshop I attended around a year ago - I found it very interesting. However, I have just found out that the firm eventually lost the case and they do not mention it anywhere on the website. Therefore, I am not sure whether I should mention it, or rather not as it could seem like I have not been following the subsequent developments... I don't know. Maybe I am just overthinking it
@lawful_neutral216 I think @Rob93 has done a FANTASTIC job of breaking down how you can approach this question!Hi all! I'm applying to Ropes & Gray and attempting to draft an answer to their application question-
What three proposals would you make to the Partnership if you were Chair of Ropes & Gray? (500 words)
I haven't come across a question like this before, any tips on how I can proceed?
My only input is to think of any proposals pertaining to the firm's culture as well, especially in the wake of the pandemic and the enhanced focus on wellbeing, agile working, firm-wide support groups etc.
There's so much you can talk about, really. As @Rob93 put it, as long as you can demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the firm's business and its role in the wider industry, you should be good. Let us know how you get on with this question!
how long after you submit the app will hogan lovells send you the wg link?
has anyone heard back from freshfields/linklaters for summer vac scheme?
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