TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[lik0401]

If it helps, I believe Reed Smith’s vac scheme is non-rolling - I think they said so on a recent Instagram post if you want to check!

thank you !!

 

[lw2000]

I applied for Stephenson Harwood's winter vacation scheme as my first choice but put down spring and summer as the other choices. As winter offers have already been given/its too late, does that mean I am automatically being considered for spring and summer?
I haven't received a rejection for winter

Winter offers have been given?

 

[S1gm4Solicitor1]

Dechert rejection after AC disappointing that I had to follow up with them twice to get an outcome.

Firms really need to be better about communicating rejections- I had an all-nighter for this assessment centre because i had less than 2 days to prepare AND went to work for the rest of the day, so its upsetting to see them not appreciating the time and effort that the candidate puts in. The very least the candidate deserves a timely communication regarding outcome!

Sorry to hear that. I completely agree, firms can say all they want about their culture and friendliness. But, when it comes down to it, the manner in which rejections are handled (can be in my experience) very poor and demoralising.

 

[aniraz]

is it too late to be submitting applications for firms with rolling deadlines that are coming up quite soon? like reed smith (12th) and skadden (15th)? has anyone who has applied to them already received any communication yet? thanks!

I don't think it is too late! I think Skadden has been sending out telephone interviews but nothing further, and I haven't seen anything for Reed Smith. I would just prioritise getting them in as soon as possible, you still have a couple of weeks which will still set you apart from the 100s who apply on the last day.

 

[ayoussef]

Simmons & Simmons PFO for SVS

What does PFO mean?

 

[ayoussef]

Simmons & Simmons PFO for SVS

Was this post assessment centre?

 

[kokothemagicdragon]

Anyone heard back from shearman and willkie

I had my Willkie VI last week and haven't heard back yet, if you are father aheed i don't know :/

 

[kokothemagicdragon]

What does PFO mean?

PFO = Please F**K Off

TL;DR Rejection

 

[aniraz]

Was this post assessment centre?

No after the online assessments

 

[Adrian_S]

Akin Gump Watson Glaser test - applied on 11 October.

 

[sxw517]

Ditto

Akin Gump Watson Glaser test - applied on 11 October.

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

I would email grad rec sooner rather than later explain the situation, in these circumstances they will hopefully understand.

In terms of rolling basis - Jess Brooker made some really valid points earlier in the thread "The standard the firm will expect will not change whether you apply on the first or the last day of applications - it is not like your chances lessen as the application window progresses. Therefore, if you think you were a good applicant in September, you are still a good applicant now and should apply." I think this also applies to video interviews.

If you feel like you won't be able to put your best foot forward, I personally would request an extension so that no matter the outcome I know that I did my best. Whereas if I was unsuccessful after doing the VI ill I would be gutted as I would be thinking if only I hadn't lost my voice I may have passed the VI.

Hope you feel better soon and good luck with VI when you come to completing it.

If you cant talk and you have been unwell, you need to ask whether your interview can be deferred. They may say no, and then the decision is made for you.

But if they say yes, it is much better for you to defer and do it when you are better. I wouldn't worry about it being rolling - your priority is doing this when you are well enough.

Thank you both - I have emailed them, and will wait for a response.

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

A work experience section asks for “details, and explanation of how you feel you have benefitted from this experience”. For how I have benefitted, should I talk about the skills I’ve developed? Hard to know what they’re looking for here.

 

[bibss]

How difficult is the Watson Glaser test for Clifford Chance? Stressing

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

A work experience section asks for “details, and explanation of how you feel you have benefitted from this experience”. For how I have benefitted, should I talk about the skills I’ve developed? Hard to know what they’re looking for here.

It could be highlighting any skills, knowledge or motivations gained from the experience that have helped you with your personal development/pursuing your career path.

 

[EVjuji]

Mills & Reeve rejection

 

[Narince]

still have not received anything from simmons & simmons for their WVS at this point I know it is a pFO but despite emailing them twice for an official reply they still haven't sent anything out. Anyone in a similar situation?

 

[aspiringlawyerr]

still have not received anything from simmons & simmons for their WVS at this point I know it is a pFO but despite emailing them twice for an official reply they still haven't sent anything out. Anyone in a similar situation?

I also emailed last week - got my PFO through 10 mins ago.

 

[aishaalexandra]

Has anyone doing the White & Case WVS got a schedule yet for the scheme???

 

[Narince]

I also emailed last week - got my PFO through 10 mins ago.

Ill keep an eye out too, thanks!