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

[Jessica Booker]

For morrison Forester it says: "If you are currently a law student, you should apply in the penultimate year of your degree. Non-law students should apply in the final year of your degree."

Does this mean as a final year law student I can't apply? The "should" is ambiguous

I would take the "should" as non-ambiguous. To me, that is pretty definite.

 

[kat_]

Am I correct in saying that Dentons do not ask for work experience or have I missed something?

 

[vacschemeapss]

Any news on NRF TIs? Did the WG on 19th and no news since

 

[Veep9]

Anyone done the Baker McKenzie VI yet? How did it go? I’m suddenly terrified of hitting start.

 

[sakaesr99]

I have the Dentons telephone interview tomorrow, would anyone be kind enough to shed some light on it?

 

[Law2021vacschemer]

Anyone done the Baker McKenzie VI yet? How did it go? I’m suddenly terrified of hitting start.

Hi can I ask how long after completing your WG you received your VI invite? And how long are you given to complete it?

 

[Veep9]

Hi can I ask how long after completing your WG you received your VI invite? And how long are you given to complete it?

I think I heard back in just over a week. We had 7 days to complete the interview

 

[Law2021vacschemer]

I think I heard back in just over a week. We had 7 days to complete the interview

Thank you!!

 

[JM1998]

Has anyone else doing the accelerated LPC at ULaw Moorgate not got their timetable yet, or know what time the intro talk is tomorrow morning?

 

[LawfulRust00]

How should I answer 'Is there any additional information you would like to disclose for us to consider alongside your application?' on an application form?

Provide any additional information you would like them to consider alongside your application.

 

[anon123456789]

How should I answer 'Is there any additional information you would like to disclose for us to consider alongside your application?' on an application form?

Personally, this is one of my favourite questions on an application form and luckily its one of those that you can use the same answer for multiple applications (provided you answer the question directly as obviously they differ from firm to firm). They are a really good opportunity to add any info you think helps you stand out that has not naturally followed from the questions on the rest of the application.

I usually take the opportunity to talk about my love of cooking and blogging here, depending on your word count. Do make sure you are keeping things concise and evidenced as often when you are talking about personal interests and hobbies you have the tendency to ramble (I definitely do!).

Alternatively, if you feel you have already covered everything I don't think it puts you at any disadvantage if you choose not to add anything. There is no need to repeat or add anything that isn't relevant. @Jessica Booker mentions this here .

 

[SebKru10]

I have the Dentons telephone interview tomorrow, would anyone be kind enough to shed some light on it?

A mix of competency/strength-based and motivational questions + commercial awareness (e.g. news story, recent deal). We talked for 30-35 minutes, they were super nice and the conversation went smoothly. Overall, a very positive experience!

 

[AP2000]

Hope everyone has enjoyed the holidays! For those of you who have already submitted applications, what are some of your tips for not constantly refreshing your email/worrying/stressing over nothing?

I'm trying to just focus on my next applications and wait patiently but it's proving extremely difficult 😅

 

[anon123456789]

Hope everyone has enjoyed the holidays! For those of you who have already submitted applications, what are some of your tips for not constantly refreshing your email/worrying/stressing over nothing?

I'm trying to just focus on my next applications and wait patiently but it's proving extremely difficult 😅

I am SO guilty of this so don't worry, you're not alone. I really dont have specific advice as I'm in the same position, but I have said to myself that once I have submitted the application I am currently working on, I am going to take a break and focus on other things (ie my masters!) for a few weeks and come back to them mid-jan.
The process is really gruelling so if you can afford to take a break then do!

 

[BM99]

Hope everyone has enjoyed the holidays! For those of you who have already submitted applications, what are some of your tips for not constantly refreshing your email/worrying/stressing over nothing?

I'm trying to just focus on my next applications and wait patiently but it's proving extremely difficult 😅

For myself, I usually remind myself that I have done my best to submit the applications and that there are a lot of things that we cannot control. So it is better to focus on other applications, so as to maximise my chances to get that one 'YES'.

 

[sakaesr99]

A mix of competency/strength-based and motivational questions + commercial awareness (e.g. news story, recent deal). We talked for 30-35 minute, they were super nice and the conversation went smoothly. Overall, a very positive experience!

thanks so much!

 

[AP2000]

For myself, I usually remind myself that I have done my best to submit the applications and that there are a lot of things that we cannot control. So it is better to focus on other applications, so as to maximise my chances to get that one 'YES'.

I am SO guilty of this so don't worry, you're not alone. I really dont have specific advice as I'm in the same position, but I have said to myself that once I have submitted the application I am currently working on, I am going to take a break and focus on other things (ie my masters!) for a few weeks and come back to them mid-jan.
The process is really gruelling so if you can afford to take a break then do!

Thank you both! @machingkiubrian1234 that's a great approach to have- I'll try and have that mentality. @c-lear , good luck with your masters! It's really good to know I'm not alone in this

 

[IT7]

How long after sending an application does Hogan Lovells send a Watson Glaser invite? And if it's been a week since application submission, should I email the grad recruitment team?

 

[GXA123]

How long after sending an application does Hogan Lovells send a Watson Glaser invite? And if it's been a week since application submission, should I email the grad recruitment team?

Mine took a month, some took them a week or a day. so there is no rule tbh

 

[GXA123]

Idk what I'm doing wrong! this for Freshfields appreciate any help! I made sure everything is filled out as well.