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

[Scandi]

Hi!

Does anyone know how fast one gets sent a Video Interview invite for Clyde & Co's WVS application? By the looks of it, it seems like one is sent such an invite straight away (as it seems to form a part of the initial screening).

It would be very helpful to know what deadline one has to complete this VI, considering other commitments/assessments.

 

[Kablahc]

Hi everyone,

I am trying to take advantage of the rolling basis for the vacation scheme applications and was wondering - is it okay to apply for both Open Day and Vacation scheme at the same time (as opposed to trying to attend Open Day first)?

Yes, I did this many times!

 

[atrumregina1]

Hi!

Does anyone know how fast one gets sent a Video Interview invite for Clyde & Co's WVS application? By the looks of it, it seems like one is sent such an invite straight away (as it seems to form a part of the initial screening).

It would be very helpful to know what deadline one has to complete this VI, considering other commitments/assessments.

I got my VI invite the next day but I saw some other people say it can take up to 5 days to get it.

they give you 3 working days to complete it Hope this helps and good luck!

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Speak of the devil, just got my WG invite lol

I have still not heard back from them after the application stage.

 

[Phoenix for all]

Hi!

Does anyone know how fast one gets sent a Video Interview invite for Clyde & Co's WVS application? By the looks of it, it seems like one is sent such an invite straight away (as it seems to form a part of the initial screening).

It would be very helpful to know what deadline one has to complete this VI, considering other commitments/assessments.

Clyde&Co sends out WVS in batches, so could be straightaway or take weeks depending on when you applied. Once you receive the test you have 72h to complete it

 

[ltt_12]

Is it ok to re-send an email to grad rec? wanted to confirm that they got my results for the wg test and that there wasnt any technical difficulties but they havent responded to my original email and want to confirm before the deadline (which is soon)

 

[Scandi]

Thanks so much, guys! (atrumregina1 & Phoenix for all)

 

[pfoapplicant]

@Jessica Booker

Hi everyone - just had a couple of queries about Latham & Watkins' Winter VS:

1. Are applications reviewed on a rolling basis? I'm sure I saw something about it being non-rolling on this forum (might have even been this thread), but I may well be conflating L&W with another forum.
2. Is it open to third year law students? The last available graduate brochure mentions that candidates "should be in the penultimate year of their law degree, the final year of a non-law degree, or beyond" - I presume "beyond" doesn't just mean people doing postgrad studies?

 

[Jessica Booker]

@Jessica Booker

Hi everyone - just had a couple of queries about Latham & Watkins' Winter VS:

1. Are applications reviewed on a rolling basis? I'm sure I saw something about it being non-rolling on this forum (might have even been this thread), but I may well be conflating L&W with another forum.
2. Is it open to third year law students? The last available graduate brochure mentions that candidates "should be in the penultimate year of their law degree, the final year of a non-law degree, or beyond" - I presume "beyond" doesn't just mean people doing postgrad studies?

Unfortunately I don't know the answer to this. I know someone asked the second question before and I said it was technically ambiguous as you don't know whether the beyond applies to the law and non-law degrees or just the non-law degree. However, to me beyond seems to suggest anything past the point they have referenced.

 

[JM1998]

@Jessica Booker

Hi everyone - just had a couple of queries about Latham & Watkins' Winter VS:

1. Are applications reviewed on a rolling basis? I'm sure I saw something about it being non-rolling on this forum (might have even been this thread), but I may well be conflating L&W with another forum.
2. Is it open to third year law students? The last available graduate brochure mentions that candidates "should be in the penultimate year of their law degree, the final year of a non-law degree, or beyond" - I presume "beyond" doesn't just mean people doing postgrad studies?

They are non-rolling. I’m not sure about the second one, might be worth emailing grad rec?

 

[anxiouslawyer]

I have still not heard back from them after the application stage.

It can take up to 3 weeks apparently judging from what the others mentioned in this thread, hopefully you will hear back soon

 

[Asil Ahmad]

It can take up to 3 weeks apparently judging from what the others mentioned in this thread, hopefully you will hear back soon

It has been over 5 weeks since I submitted my application

 

[future solicitor__]

Got an AC from HSF! My first ever AC ahhh any tips would be really helpful from anyone that has done an AC there before !!

 

[anxiouslawyer]

Got an AC from HSF! My first ever AC ahhh any tips would be really helpful from anyone that has done an AC there before !!

Happy to help - any questions do PM me

 

[sakaesr99]

Taylor Wessing question: "We strive for excellence for our clients and people. What will drive you to deliver excellent client service?"

@Jessica Booker Do you think this question is asking what will motivate you at Taylor Wessing or what will motivate you at any law firm? I took it to mean at TW but now I'm not so sure..

 

[Jessica Booker]

Taylor Wessing question: "We strive for excellence for our clients and people. What will drive you to deliver excellent client service?"

@Jessica Booker Do you think this question is asking what will motivate you at Taylor Wessing or what will motivate you at any law firm? I took it to mean at TW but now I'm not so sure..

I think it is more about you rather than law or TW, but that you could weave in aspects of both why law/why TW into this, but you have to still focus on what will create drive within you.

 

[gg332dd]

does bird & bird send the watson glaser test to everyone?

 

[syw]

does bird & bird send the watson glaser test to everyone?

I attended their open day, and the application is reviewed first.

 

[gg332dd]

I attended their open day, and the application is reviewed first.

thanks!

 

[Strugglinglawstudent]

Applied before mid September and still under review for A&O…. anyone else the same?