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

[kajsa.persson]

Hi, does anyone here have any experience with the Sidley Austin interview which they could share with me? Much appreciated!

 

[SCN]

For M&A case studies should we just focus on the client/parties directly engaged in the transaction or do we need to bring in the law firm somehow (where the law firm listed in the case study scenario is not fictional but the firm you are applying to)?

When going through an M&A case study, it would be good to also have a think about the law firm practice areas as that would trigger your memory into thinking about what other issues could impact the deal besides the ones you're told about. For example, if you remember the competition team, you will consider whether the deal would be stopped by the competition regulations, or if you remember the real estate team, you could think about how the deal could impact assets

And then from that, if you recognise legal issues, you should also present legal solutions and that's when you can bring in the law firm especially if you're acting as if you already work there at the firm by saying something along the lines of and "X firm's real estate team would be able to assist in Y capacity"

 

[Nicole15]

When going through an M&A case study, it would be good to also have a think about the law firm practice areas as that would trigger your memory into thinking about what other issues could impact the deal besides the ones you're told about. For example, if you remember the competition team, you will consider whether the deal would be stopped by the competition regulations, or if you remember the real estate team, you could think about how the deal could impact assets

And then from that, if you recognise legal issues, you should also present legal solutions and that's when you can bring in the law firm especially if you're acting as if you already work there at the firm by saying something along the lines of and "X firm's real estate team would be able to assist in Y capacity"

this is really good advice here!

 

[kr253]

Has anyone done the Osborne Clarke AC yet?

Anyone who has done it, do you know when we might hear back? I forgot to ask!

 

[RoughWood]

My AC isnt until the 16th and was the last slot I had available to book for. I would assume that they will shortlist once they are all complete but I will ask when I have the opportunity so will let you know

 

[Abii]

Anyone who has done it, do you know when we might hear back? I forgot to ask!

My AC isnt until the 16th and was the last slot I had available to book for. I would assume that they will shortlist once they are all complete but I will ask when I have the opportunity so will let you know

Last slot available that I could book for london was the 17th so again I would assume after then.

 

[Legalmel_99]

Is the DAC beachcroft VI automatic?

 

[summer207]

Yes guys I agree - and my apologies I seem to have confused scenario-based questions with situational questions

I think you’re all correct, it just depends on what the firm calls it. I’ve been in an AC where the partner called it a scenario-based question and gave the “you’re the last person in the office, the client calls asking…” type of question. But this was not the bulk of the type of interview questions asked.

On the other hand, firms like HSF have scenario-based interviews along the lines of what @emilyrose99 described.

 

[lawpersongirl123]

Anyone heard post app from Goodwin?

 

[TCApp2021]

When going through an M&A case study, it would be good to also have a think about the law firm practice areas as that would trigger your memory into thinking about what other issues could impact the deal besides the ones you're told about. For example, if you remember the competition team, you will consider whether the deal would be stopped by the competition regulations, or if you remember the real estate team, you could think about how the deal could impact assets

And then from that, if you recognise legal issues, you should also present legal solutions and that's when you can bring in the law firm especially if you're acting as if you already work there at the firm by saying something along the lines of and "X firm's real estate team would be able to assist in Y capacity"

Thank you!

 

[CF12345]

does anyone know if you get the name of your interviewers before the HSF AC?

 

[letmeintolaw]

@Jessica Booker
Really need advice! I have an upcoming AC, and if successful this will lead to final interviews either on 28th Feb or 1st March. However, I have just found out that I am unable to make either of those dates due to a funeral.
Is there any chance that the firm would let me reschedule the interview? I would literally be able to interview on any day other than those two, and missing the funeral is not an option. If you think the firm would be willing to give me a different interview date, when would be the best time to ask this - preliminarily before the AC so they are made aware or after if I am offered an interview? Thank you

 

[parsleyperson]

Has anyone received a Reed Smith update since the 3rd holding email?

 

[JoeyTr]

Anyone heard post app from Goodwin?

got my 2nd pfo today

 

[Han.louise]

I emailed them earlier this week and they said they'd finish reviewing Cardiff VIs by Friday. Not sure whether that also means we'll defo hear back by the end of tomorrow

Thank you for letting me know!

 

[lawpersongirl123]

got my 2nd pfo today

sorry to hear- when did you apply?

 

[YUKI1201]

Just finished my FF AC!!!
Does anyone know how long they take to get back?

 

[JSM123]

Yep! They’re swell - I would recommend getting in touch with grad recruitment. I did and they set up a one on one call with me. It was really helpful in getting to learn about the firm and its culture.

They're a really nice firm and the vacation scheme is a great learning experience - the workshops were invaluable in developing my legal knowledge as a non-law student. I would caution that if a TC is your ultimate goal they only offer 1 TC from the 10 or so vac schemers.

 

[Law2021vacschemer]

Just finished my FF AC!!!
Does anyone know how long they take to get back?

I’ve been waiting over 3 weeks so I wouldn’t expect a quick response haha

 

[TCG]

Anyone who has done it, do you know when we might hear back? I forgot to ask!

They will get back to us by the end of next week!