TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[rosec]

Which firm is this for?

I did a technical interview for a firm and for them technical questions meant SJT type questions like "You are a trainee and x happens what would you do?"

thanks, SJT style sounds a little more manageable. it's travers- ethical questions aside, I've heard it can be quite technical/ commercial (ofc I have no idea if that's true and how it will actually be, Idk what to expect but I've heard it's unpredictable so just trying my best to prepare 😭)

 

[Sarah T]

thanks, SJT style sounds a little more manageable. it's travers- ethical questions aside, I've heard it can be quite technical/ commercial (ofc I have no idea if that's true and how it will actually be, Idk what to expect but I've heard it's unpredictable so just trying my best to prepare 😭)

My interview wasn't with Travers - hopefully someone who has previously interviewed there can give you steer, is there anything in the interview experiences section on Travers?

I wouldn't just assume that technical only means SJT - as different firms have different terms for question types.

 

[rosec]

My interview wasn't with Travers - hopefully someone who has previously interviewed there can give you steer, is there anything in the interview experiences section on Travers?

I wouldn't just assume that technical only means SJT - as different firms have different terms for question types.

thanks anyway, I appreciate it! yep, that's where I read abt the potential technical questions haha and agreed

 

[aslanoel]

thanks, SJT style sounds a little more manageable. it's travers- ethical questions aside, I've heard it can be quite technical/ commercial (ofc I have no idea if that's true and how it will actually be, Idk what to expect but I've heard it's unpredictable so just trying my best to prepare 😭)

I remember being asked how I would invest X amount of client money if I had the opportunity. But, if you do get stuck, explain your thoughts clearly to the interviewer and justify your conclusions. They will help/lead you if they think you are going off-course.

 

[Emilia]

Has anyone heard back from boodle Hatfield or Wedlake Bell post application as I still have not.

 

[futureTS2025hopeful]

Has anyone ever used Cheekylittlecareers' 1 on 1 career advice services? Can you please PM me if you have? I'm thinking of making an investment on a session but it's very costly so would like some past advice

 

[S87]

Has anyone ever used Cheekylittlecareers' 1 on 1 career advice services? Can you please PM me if you have? I'm thinking of making an investment on a session but it's very costly so would like some past advice

Honestly, it was not the best service, I feel like aspiring solicitors need someone who is very much involved in the recruitment process. Honestly, I found Jessica calls tremendously helpful!

 

[futureTS2025hopeful]

Thanks! How do I get calls with Jessica?

 

[Logan1101]

Does anyone know if Womble bond is rolling?

 

[Not2late22]

Ran out of time on a written exercise so the last sentence of the second question doesn’t make sense as I was mid editing feel like I’ve screwed everything up at this hurdle and am so annoyed at myself

 

[Esther ish]

Hi guys - does anybody know of any good podcasts or YouTube channels that walk through legal/commercial case studies (e.g., M&A, contracts)?

Thanks!

Hey, check this guide out: https://www.estheruwadione.co.uk/po...o-law-firm-m-a-technical-case-study-exercises

 

[Logan1101]

Ran out of time on a written exercise so the last sentence of the second question doesn’t make sense as I was mid editing feel like I’ve screwed everything up at this hurdle and am so annoyed at myself

Don't worry about it, your assessment day would be a lot more important.

I'm assuming this is for Freshfields? Are you doing a direct TC application?

 

[WN20]

Hey, was wondering if someone could help me with an app - how would I go about answering the following two questions and making sure I’m not repeating myself as they seem to be asking the same thing? Any advice would be appreciated!

(1) Why are you interested in a mentor scheme with firm A?
(2) What do you hope to gain from the mentor scheme with firm A?

 

[sdsou]

Has anyone here interviewed with/ completed an AC with Ropes & Gray before and would be willing to give me some advice please :3

 

[Noodles]

Hey, was wondering if someone could help me with an app - how would I go about answering the following two questions and making sure I’m not repeating myself as they seem to be asking the same thing? Any advice would be appreciated!

(1) Why are you interested in a mentor scheme with firm A?
(2) What do you hope to gain from the mentor scheme with firm A?

I'd say the first q is more motivation driven; what drew you to the firm/law/the scheme and why, whereas the second q is more why you would do well on that scheme and how you would utilise that opportunity (perhaps justified by your previous experience).

 

[turtlebrownrice]

Anyone heard back from Katten?

 

[cls33]

Anyone heard from Baker McKenzie recently about summer vac scheme ACs?

 

[mona09]

is this for the Spring VS?

nope i applied for summer vs

 

[LawBrah]

Russell-Cooke PFO

 

[rosec]

I remember being asked how I would invest X amount of client money if I had the opportunity. But, if you do get stuck, explain your thoughts clearly to the interviewer and justify your conclusions. They will help/lead you if they think you are going off-course.

Thank you!!