TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[Law Student]

I got cut off in the middle of my video interview, I’m so embarrassed 😭

 

[hannabean]

What does it usually mean if a firm rejects me for a vac scheme (before the AC stage), but offers me a spot for the direct TC AC? As the direct TC's deadline isn't until July and as such, the AC dates aren't confirmed, will they revoke this offer?

 

[Jessica Booker]

What does it usually mean if a firm rejects me for a vac scheme (before the AC stage), but offers me a spot for the direct TC AC? As the direct TC's deadline isn't until July and as such, the AC dates aren't confirmed, will they revoke this offer?

Do you have a lot of legal work experience or are currently working in a legal or commercial role?

 

[hannabean]

Do you have a lot of legal work experience or are currently working in a legal or commercial role?

Thank you for replying so quickly @Jessica Booker !! I'm currently working as a paralegal, and have been in the role for almost a year now

 

[CallumJR]

Does anyone have advice on telephone interviews? I remember I botched the one I had with NRF

I have completed telephone interviews with Dentons, Stephenson Harwood and Fieldfisher. HMU if you need insight into the TI with one of those firms.

Otherwise I suggest you do some research what kind of questions they might ask. Prepare general competency questions, why the firm, news story, recent deal.
I think it is always good to make your answer as personal as possible and try to relate your answers back to the firm or the role.

Good luck!!!

 

[HopefulLawyer_x]

Does anyone know if Hogan Lovells help out with accommodation for their vac schemes? thanks!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Thank you for replying so quickly @Jessica Booker !! I'm currently working as a paralegal, and have been in the role for almost a year now

I suspect it is one or both of the following then:

- they don’t think as an experienced paralegal you will benefit from attending a vacation scheme

- they know the conflicts checks given you are employed by another firm are too arduous

These are often they key two reasons why they would turn you down for a VS but encourage you to apply for/transfer you over to a TC.

 

[YA]

Clifford Chance video interview invite!
This will be my first ever one so if anyone has any tips - especially in relation to the Middle East vac scheme - I’d really appreciate it!

Hey, same here. Would appreciate it if someone who has completed a CC VI (esp the ME vac scheme) could please share their insights!

Many thanks

 

[Asil Ahmad]

If it says to complete a video interview by 15 April 2023 (GMT+01:00) is that 23:59 on 15th April. It is on launchpad.

 

[americanmonarch]

Any White & Case AC offers post VI recently? I feel like they have been gone missing

I wouldn't worry too much, I've heard a few people getting invited this week so hopefully you hear soon. And even if you don't, I heard that last year people were still doing ACs until May - just shy of a month before the scheme. So fingers crossed for you and remain hopeful!

 

[americanmonarch]

If it says to complete a video interview by 15 April 2023 (GMT+01:00) is that 23:59 on 15th April. It is on launchpad.

Pretty sure that's the 14th of April 23:59. And I would definitely do it in good time just to avoid any issues - goodluck tho

 

[americanmonarch]

How long should it be left before chasing a firm for expenses? Submitted mine about a month ago. In no major rush so happy to wait but also don't want to have been forgotten!

I would say once it hits the six-week mark, ask them about it. If I were you I'd be tempted to email now, but it might be a bit soon. So give it another two weeks then drop them a nice polite email asking them where ur money is lol

 

[SS21]

If it says to complete a video interview by 15 April 2023 (GMT+01:00) is that 23:59 on 15th April. It is on launchpad.

I have a (launchpad) VI on the 16th of April (GMT+01:00) and I assumed that meant 11.59 pm on 16th April.

 

[SS21]

Anyone know if Clifford Chance reviews VI as they're submitted or only after the deadline?

I feel like I need all the time to prepare but just wondering if it might be good to get it in as soon as I can...

 

[lawstudent22]

Did anyone else get completely ghosted by Winston & Strawn after completing the WG? It's literally been two months and I know they invited people to interview and gave out offers. Should I chase them up for a PFO?

 

[rosec]

If it says to complete a video interview by 15 April 2023 (GMT+01:00) is that 23:59 on 15th April. It is on launchpad.

I would assume that means 15 April 00:59 but the conflicting responses show that you should probably just get it done in advance of the deadline anyway 😭

 

[Jessica Booker]

If it says to complete a video interview by 15 April 2023 (GMT+01:00) is that 23:59 on 15th April. It is on launchpad.

Launchpad have had this issue for nearly 9 years now (I remember this being an issue in 2014!) - they really mean 23.59 on the date mentioned.

 

[bella98]

Hi guys. I have an upcoming HR interview with Accutrainee. Anyone who's done it? Any tips?

 

[SS21]

Launchpad have had this issue for nearly 9 years now (I remember this being an issue in 2014!) - they really mean 23.59 on the date mentioned.

Thanks for confirming Jessica! It deffo could be a lot clearer!!

 

[SOAS22]

If anyone has any experience with a telephone interview with Browne Jacobson it would be much appreciated!