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

[John Travoni]

Anyone who had completed the Dechert AC, have you heard back yet?

 

[JM1998]

I applied to HFW for a summer vac scheme on 31st January. Just got a pfo today for for the direct training contract Only took 10 months

 

[Lumree]

I believe it is automatic I just received the email too and wondered the same, but if I remember correctly, it’s automatic.

Yes, it is automatic.

thanks both! The website confused me as under FAQs it says “If we like your application form, we will then ask you to complete our online test.” https://trainee.bclplaw.com/apply-now

 

[S87]

What's wrong with Simmons&Simmons Test? I mean I cannot ready 3 para in 70 seconds! That's how much time I have to answer to the first question. It is practically impossible!

 

[lawful_neutral216]

This isn’t exactly vac scheme related but has anyone heard back yet on HSF’s innovation open day?

I literally heard back 10 minutes ago haha! Check your spam if you haven't received anything yet

 

[kat_]

No you don’t - the next email I got from them was about the vi etc

Thank you!

 

[jv1999]

If anyone has any tips on final interview for White & Case VS would be greatly appreciated!

 

[GXA123]

Does Pinsent Masons recruit on a rolling basis?

 

[l0133]

Ashurst AC invite! Didn't even consider it after the revelian games lol. Does anyone have any tips/advice for this? I’ve found written exercises difficult in the past so would be really grateful for any guidance!

 

[tc.la.vs]

Many congratulations, and all the very best to you!! May I please ask you when did you submit your application?

Thank you that's really kind! It was just before their deadline.

 

[JM1998]

Ashurst AC invite! Does anyone have any tips/advice for this? I’ve found written exercises hard in the past so would be really grateful for any guidance!

Well done, was that winter VC? I passed the AC last year for a direct TC and for mine it was just a case study and then a summary/offering a bit of advice. There’s not too much you can really prep for. I hope that’s helpful!

 

[l0133]

Well done, was that winter VC? I passed the AC last year for a direct TC and for mine it was just a case study and then a summary/offering a bit of advice. There’s not too much you can really prep for. I hope that’s helpful!

Yes for winter! Thanks so much - it's a written exercise and interviews so sounds similar

 

[JM1998]

Yes for winter! Thanks so much - it's a written exercise and interviews so sounds similar

Yeah it does, I’d imagine it’ll be pretty similar. Do you mind if I ask when you applied? And does anyone know if they tend to send out all AC invites at once? Got rejected at final partner for a direct TC last year so hoping for a vac scheme this year.

 

[Jessica444]

I’ve just received a BCLP strength based invite but does anyone know if it’s automatic? The email slightly conflicts with the website!

I spoke to Grad Rec a few weeks ago who said it's not automatic this year and tests are issued as applications are progressed, but I agree, the email does conflict with this..

 

[Lily721]

Anyone heard anything back from AS following CAC round 2?

 

[DisciplineTC2526]

Hey, am I the only one or are White & Case and Sidley Austin taking very long to get back to candidates (Winter)? I am aware, from some TCLA members, that both firms have progressed people to later stages, but has anyone gotten a PFO? It's almost November!

 

[Mxkry]

Do you get the results of the Watson Glaser from Hogan Lovells Grad Rec?

 

[sakaesr99]

Do you get the results of the Watson Glaser from Hogan Lovells Grad Rec?

I asked a few days ago and got mine today. Anyone who scored above the 18th percentile passed. Email [email protected]

 

[IzzyAn_na]

Got my first AC for HSF winter scheme today! If anyone has any tips- general or specific, I’d be very grateful!

 

[N.9]

Hey, am I the only one or are White & Case and Sidley Austin taking very long to get back to candidates (Winter)? I am aware, from some TCLA members, that both firms have progressed people to later stages, but has anyone gotten a PFO? It's almost November!

In my experience with White & Case (in which I have never made it past the first stage), I understand they reject everyone all at once at the end of their ACs so many people don't hear anything for some time.

As for Sidley, I have no idea what their deal is as I've never applied to them before and, like you, have only seen one person on here with an AC and no PFOs - wondering if they operate the same way as W&C in terms of when they reject applicants.

Sorry not to be more hopeful, but this is what I'm thinking!