TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[kcr]

Weil Spring/Summer VI -- anyone know how many and what type of questions to expect?

 

[RB2022]

Anyone heard anything from S&M/Freshfields/W&C for spring and summer vac schemes?

Waiting on Freshfields and got rejected from Slaughters

 

[RB2022]

Hello! I just received an AC invite for DLA Piper but it’s in Manchester? As far as I remember I applied for the London office — I’m so confused since, apart from the location of the AC, they do not mention which office I’m applying to anywhere. Has anyone received an invite with similar information or has any insight into this?

Congrats on the invite!!

 

[BM99]

Weil Spring/Summer VI -- anyone know how many and what type of questions to expect?

Hi May I ask when did you apply?

 

[RB2022]

Both first and second choices say London so I’m confused haha. And I applied on the 16th of October and sat the WG on the 24th. Good luck!

I applied and sat the WG in September but idk what the outcome is yet 😭 what does the status of your app on the portal say?

 

[Arf1309]

Hi, if anyone has any experience with Irwin Mitchells VI I would be grateful for any advice/tips thank you

Hiya! I did it a few weeks a go I would say it is quite an intense VI as it is seven questions long. The nice thing about it is that you can press record yourself so you don't have that really daunting timer that you usually get in other VIs. One thing to watch out for is that it is designed to be done on your smartphone so I would definitely practice talking and taking videos on your phone if you can! In terms of questions I would definitely make sure that you have a good knowledge on the firm and the reasons why you have chosen the firm. Apart from that all the other questions are situational judgement ones so hard to prepare for. My best piece of advice would be to get used to speaking in front of a camera! Good luck!!

 

[saraleslie26]

Hello! I just received an AC invite for DLA Piper but it’s in Manchester? As far as I remember I applied for the London office — I’m so confused since, apart from the location of the AC, they do not mention which office I’m applying to anywhere. Has anyone received an invite with similar information or has any insight into this?

I also received an invite to the Manchester office today but applied for Birmingham. Presume that they are just holding the assessment centre in Manchester as I did not pick Manchester as either of my preferred locations.

 

[corpsesinthewild]

I applied and sat the WG in September but idk what the outcome is yet 😭 what does the status of your app on the portal say?

It says updated on November 17th, which was like 3 weeks after I sat the WG. Good luck with your application!

 

[Asil Ahmad]

I have not heard from Mayer Brown for 3 weeks since doing the test has anyone heard from them post-test recently.

 

[RB2022]

It says updated on November 17th, which was like 3 weeks after I sat the WG. Good luck with your application!

Thanks! Mine was updated the same day so hopefully I’ll hear back soon

 

[Asil Ahmad]

This may sound like a stupid question sorry for asking this. I have to do Linklaters test by end of tomorrow night is that right. I am thinking it is tomorrow night but just to be sure 100%.

 

[corpsesinthewild]

I also received an invite to the Manchester office today but applied for Birmingham. Presume that they are just holding the assessment centre in Manchester as I did not pick Manchester as either of my preferred locations.

Oh okay, congrats! I sent them an email about it but that’s reassuring to hear.

 

[Fuelled By Caffeine]

When asked on an application form if you have previously applied to that firm for any other position, am I required to mention that I applied (unsuccessfully) for an Open Day at the firm? Or does this not count as 'a position'?

 

[Shi]

How long does it take for Simmons & Simmons to reply after VI?
Should I assume PFO after 2 weeks?

You are probably safe for an AC! I got my PFO one week after VI and I passed the automatic elements.

 

[starman]

I also received an invite to the Manchester office today but applied for Birmingham. Presume that they are just holding the assessment centre in Manchester as I did not pick Manchester as either of my preferred locations.

Same here! What would be the point of holding an AC in a different city though?

 

[BeGrateful.101]

Does Skadden expect you to write in full sentence for the two questions regarding positions of responsibilities and interests/hobbies outside of work.



I bullet pointed my answers. I hope I don't Get marked down

 

[CorpLawyer00]

Does Skadden expect you to write in full sentence for the two questions regarding positions of responsibilities and interests/hobbies outside of work.



I bullet pointed my answers. I hope I don't Get marked down

I bulled pointed too. There was no guidance and it made sense. Would be surprised if they marked us down for this.

 

[stone’sthrow]

What is the test for Mayer Brown like? Is it similar to HSF?

 

[jason_w1028]

Hi all, anyone know what types of questions will be asked in Dentons' VI? Thanks.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Same here! What would be the point of holding an AC in a different city though?

They might not have enough candidates or resources to do one solely in one location and so have combined them.