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

[lawyering]

Yes - I have seen people cite brochures or websites, but I just don't think it is necessary to do so. You should lead with your thinking rather than the voice of someone else. You don't really have to show where/how you did your research (unless asked) just that you have analysed that what the firm can offer aligns to your career aspirations.

That makes sense. Thank you so much @Jessica Booker !

 

[Jessica Booker]

Anyone has any good advice on how to talk about commercial law events you've attended online in your applications? I feel like so many other people have attended these kind of events and I find it hard to use them in my apps to make me stand out from other people who've attended the same events.

Focus on the specifics you personally took away from the events - what you really learnt or what fuelled your motivation. This will be unique to you rather than focusing on something every candidate could say (e.g. what you did at the event).

 

[Miki3999]

RE Linklaters: my application is "on hold" with 70% of completion (whatever that means) and the candidate review stage seems to be ticked positively. What about you guys? Last year my app only got to 66% (two years ago to 60) and then I got the pfo, so no idea if that 70% means something better this time

#overthinkingmuch

 

[lawful_neutral216]

Was this post test and VI?

Yes!

 

[dangelataher]

Lots of love to you and do not give up!

Thank you so much. Good luck in your VI ❤️❤️

 

[dangelataher]

Received mine just now Oh well

Onto the next, we can do this 💪🏽

 

[S87]

Thank you so much. Good luck in your VI ❤️❤️

Thank you 😊

 

[DaN_97_]

A&O AC invite - Got mine earlier today at around 5:30 pm! If anyone has any tips or advice please let me know as it will be my first AC 😭

 

[psr23]

Does anyone know if Latham & Watkins recruit on a rolling basis?

 

[JM1998]

Does anyone know if Latham & Watkins recruit on a rolling basis?

They’re non rolling

 

[anxiouslawyer]

RE Linklaters: my application is "on hold" with 70% of completion (whatever that means) and the candidate review stage seems to be ticked positively. What about you guys? Last year my app only got to 66% (two years ago to 60) and then I got the pfo, so no idea if that 70% means something better this time

#overthinkingmuch

That's where mine is at as well now that you mention it. No idea what it means though.

 

[psr23]

RE Linklaters: my application is "on hold" with 70% of completion (whatever that means) and the candidate review stage seems to be ticked positively. What about you guys? Last year my app only got to 66% (two years ago to 60) and then I got the pfo, so no idea if that 70% means something better this time

#overthinkingmuch

2 years ago my application was rejected after getting to 66%, and this year I am at 70% and candidate review stage is also ticked. No idea what it means, trying not to get my hopes up as I saw on here earlier that someone had received an AC invite!

 

[Miki3999]

2 years ago my application was rejected after getting to 66%, and this year I am at 70% and candidate review stage is also ticked. No idea what it means, trying not to get my hopes up as I saw on here earlier that someone had received an AC invite!

I hope we will find out soon! I think that last time when I was rejected the candidate review stage was not ticked (and it was also at 66%).

 

[Samir_O]

Does anyone know when A&O finish their AC's for winter vacs? After passing the SJT my app is still under review on the portal so not sure if they have just forgotten my app or what

 

[DaN_97_]

Does anyone know when A&O finish their AC's for winter vacs? After passing the SJT my app is still under review on the portal so not sure if they have just forgotten my app or what

When I booked mine I had a choice of either the 2nd or 3rd Nov only

 

[ZaraB]

Is anyone still waiting for HSF Winter?

 

[Samir_O]

When I booked mine I had a choice of either the 2nd or 3rd Nov only

Ah right ok, thanks alot for this! Hopefully they will make a decision on my app soon!

 

[S87]

Hi guys can anyone advise me on how to prepare for Simmons VI, logical test and written exercise? It is my first ever second stage application process

 

[anxiouslawyer]

Hi guys can anyone advise me on how to prepare for Simmons VI, logical test and written exercise? It is my first ever second stage application process

Tbh I found it hard to prepare for the written exercise as I think it's Simmons' own test so I didn't see any practice exercises I could do.

As for the logical test, it's really bizarre stuff and I would advise doing a couple of practice rounds so you get a feel for what it's like.

Usual VI tips apply, make sure you dress well, in a quiet and well-lit environment etc. For the questions, prepare answers to stuff like, Why law and Why Simmons, and a couple of competency-based stuff.

 

[hopefullawyer101]

Hi guys, interested to hear people's views on this. I have just received a TC offer, which I am currently yet to accept. I have now just been invited to an assessment centre at another firm for a winter vac, is it acceptable for me to attend? To reiterate, I haven't accepted my TC offer and I think it would be an interesting experience (and possibly a good opportunity to have more career options).