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

[tt_xo]

May I ask how did you find it?

So I assume you mean the application form, its pretty straightforward as far as law firm apps go, some specific research on the firm is needed of course but then its just general talk about your skillset and why its suited to commercial law.

 

[S87]

So I assume you mean the application form, its pretty straightforward as far as law firm apps go, some specific research on the firm is needed of course but then its just general talk about your skillset and why its suited to commercial law.

Thank you very much!

 

[lilli]

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Same here and it says that I can record it now! Does anyone else have that and if so, does this mean that the time limit has start?

I also didn't get an email about my Irwin Mitchell VI but it was there when I logged onto the portal - I emailed grad recruitment and they said I had been sent the email on Wednesday (day after I completed my test) and said needed to complete it by this Wednesday...

 

[TcApp97]

Just completed the Irwin Mitchell vi, it is both questions about why the firm and strength-based questions (how would you approach certain tasks etc). You are able to take breaks between questions and (horrifyingly) review the recordings on the portal.

 

[F99]

I was invited to AC, I didn't link mine at all explicitly, but one of my news stories was on a prominent practice area DLA focus on so I guess it was implicit, but I went in depth with the story giving predictions on what I thought would happen going forward with it, I also had very strong motivations for choosing that topic in particular and could link it to myself well, I think motivation behind the story is a particularly important component here, to me linking this question back to the firm seemed slightly artificial (although ofc it might be great in your answer) as for me it didn't flow naturally within the points I was making

Can I ask what you wrote about, out of interest?

 

[Slawrelated]

In an SJT, is it aways better to choose the option where you take initiative than to reach out to a manager or a superior when faced with a difficult task?

 

[jellybelly123]

From their website it seems to be a strength based test!

Thanks so much! Do you have any idea if it has a video element? For some reason I can't seem to find any good info on it

 

[F99]

Does anyone know what percentage of applicants pass/fail the SJT for A&O?

 

[SCN]

In an SJT, is it aways better to choose the option where you take initiative than to reach out to a manager or a superior when faced with a difficult task?

I think it really depends on the situation. If you have multiple competing deadlines and there's a real danger you won't be able to meet any of them, then yes definitely reach out and let your supervisor know asap. If you need more context on the difficult task, then it's better to ask questions before you start. If, however, you have the tools to find the answer out but you just want someone to tell you what to do, then obviously use your initiative

 

[lilli]

Just completed the Irwin Mitchell vi, it is both questions about why the firm and strength-based questions (how would you approach certain tasks etc). You are able to take breaks between questions and (horrifyingly) review the recordings on the portal.

Thanks for this! Do you remember how many questions there were? Just wondering how much time to set aside for it

 

[vacschemeapss]

Hey, any clue when Baker McKenzie get back on summer VS apps?

 

[futuretraineecity]

Hey, any clue when Baker McKenzie get back on summer VS apps?

I think the email said that they’d let us know the outcome no later than the 31st January x

 

[Anoned]

Just completed the Irwin Mitchell vi, it is both questions about why the firm and strength-based questions (how would you approach certain tasks etc). You are able to take breaks between questions and (horrifyingly) review the recordings on the portal.

Congrats TcApp97! May I ask when you applied?

 

[User274302]

I think the email said that they’d let us know the outcome no later than the 31st January x

Hey could I ask where you found this info? I recently sat their WG test for the Summer VS and was told to expect an outcome before the end of tomorrow.

 

[futuretraineecity]

Hey could I ask where you found this info? I recently sat their WG test for the Summer VS and was told to expect an outcome before the end of tomorrow.

It was on the email confirming submission of the application. Are you sure your WG wasn’t for the spring vs? I wasn’t aware they had sent WG out for summer

 

[thirdtimelucky]

So I assume you mean the application form, its pretty straightforward as far as law firm apps go, some specific research on the firm is needed of course but then its just general talk about your skillset and why its suited to commercial law.

Are they no longer doing a cover letter/CV?

 

[AW_08]

I was just about to do the Reed Smith VI - but the link has expired? The email says 11.59pm on Sunday...

I'll send an email to Grad Rec now, but just wondering if anyone else has had this problem?

 

[RkRk0681]

Congrats to everyone with CMS ACs! I sent my app of earlier this month and completed the WG last week but haven't heard anything since! Do you think I left it too late, or might there be another round of VIs in the new year?

 

[BM99]

Does anyone know whether Mayer Brown's online tests are automatic?

 

[vacschemeapss]

Congrats to everyone with CMS ACs! I sent my app of earlier this month and completed the WG last week but haven't heard anything since! Do you think I left it too late, or might there be another round of VIs in the new year?

Definitely not too late. I know of someone who applied a day before deadline and still went on to get a place on the vac scheme