TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[manifestingtrainingcontract]

I am still waiting on the WG for hogan Lovells, I thought you were sent it automatically upon submitting? I submitted my app on the 22nd and still waiting

 

[Apple]

I am still waiting on the WG for hogan Lovells, I thought you were sent it automatically upon submitting? I submitted my app on the 22nd and still waiting

It is not reviewed, so whether you have received it yet or not has no bearing... unless you are concerned about applying fast as its rolling. HL notoriously take a while to send the WG despite it being "automatic"

 

[MrHubertLouis]

I am currently working on Reed Smith’s application and was wondering for the question “Focusing on one of Reed Smith’s sectors, what current issues do you think will impact this sector? What opportunities or challenges could this present Reed Smith or our clients? (300 words)” Do I have to talk about more than one issue? I‘ve picked one issue to dive into and that was already 250 words. I feel like I won’t be able to cover the issue in depth otherwise. Anybody has similar experience or advice?

 

[lawstudent101]

just did the CMS VI! can anyone who's done it PM me pls

hope it went well! could I kindly ask how much prep time they give for each question please?

 

[F12M34L]

Can someone confirm if these are T&H questions:

Who are our main competitors and how do we differentiate ourselves from them?

What makes you particularly suited to a career at Trowers & Hamlins compared to other applicants?

Describe a recent commercial news story that interested you and explain how it relates to us.

Please tell us about your interests, extra-curricular activities and achievements you're particularly proud of.

 

[trainingcontract]

Urgent - does anyone know who we send application to for the Katten summer vacation scheme. The email they put on their website wasn’t working when I tried today.

bumping this, very concerning

 

[VacayScheme]

Urgent - does anyone know who we send application to for the Katten summer vacation scheme. The email they put on their website wasn’t working when I tried today.

bumping this, very concerning

I didn't get a bounce back or anything using the one from their website (I use Gmail). How'd you know it didn't work?

 

[Manuchelsout]

What kinds of questions were asked in the Video interview or just the normal kinds?

Do not want to get in trouble in TCLA for breaching the rules.

 

[Manuchelsout]

Anyone heard from CMS for AC

 

[Amehta1]

For Kennedys are you eligible to apply for the training contract if you are in second year ? I’m only asking because it is asking me when and where I attend to complete the SQE when I was under the impression that this was something that firms provide help with themselves? Thanks for the help.

 

[ah898]

Urgent - does anyone know who we send application to for the Katten summer vacation scheme. The email they put on their website wasn’t working when I tried today.

I sent to [email protected] and it went through.

 

[Xx123_]

I didn't get a bounce back or anything using the one from their website (I use Gmail). How'd you know it didn't work?

When I used my iCloud it sent the email to my junk saying the email was invalid. Also people said after your application goes through you’re supposed to get an automated email - I haven’t got that yet, did you? Maybe I should try my gmail instead but wouldn’t that look unprofessional sending multiple emails??

 

[Xx123_]

I sent to [email protected] and it went through.

Did you get an automated Reply back?

 

[Jessica Booker]

When I used my iCloud it sent the email to my junk saying the email was invalid. Also people said after your application goes through you’re supposed to get an automated email - I haven’t got that yet, did you? Maybe I should try my gmail instead but wouldn’t that look unprofessional sending multiple emails??

Explain you had a bounce back and so you are sending again, just in case.

 

[dms21]

Has anyone had experience with Flex for paralegal positions? I'm hesitant to go through another agency interview process only to end up without any job offers. I previously interviewed with Accutrainee to be a paralegal, but they haven't had any job opportunities for me in months.

I applied with them back in September/ October and the whole application process took several weeks (interview + tests + visa check) and I have not heard back from them since. If anyone has heard back from them please do let me know!

 

[ah898]

Did you get an automated Reply back?

I haven't received an automated email, but my email has not bounced back either. Now I'm a little worried now as well haha.

 

[ah898]

Does anyone have any insights on how to prepare for Mayer brown's assessment?

Thank you

 

[laby201]

I am currently working on Reed Smith’s application and was wondering for the question “Focusing on one of Reed Smith’s sectors, what current issues do you think will impact this sector? What opportunities or challenges could this present Reed Smith or our clients? (300 words)” Do I have to talk about more than one issue? I‘ve picked one issue to dive into and that was already 250 words. I feel like I won’t be able to cover the issue in depth otherwise. Anybody has similar experience or advice?

I decided to focus on only one issue as like you said, I don’t think you can really explore anymore than one in depth if you want to hit all aspects of the question.

I did a paragraph setting out the issue and why it mattered to me personally, a second explaining the issue/how it’ll impact the chosen sector in depth/then a final paragraph laying out the challenges this will pose

 

[manifestingtrainingcontract]

I've decided to apply to Kirkland & Ellis next year lol, I feel nowhere near ready to just dive into private equity exclusively yet 😅 Happy New Year's Eve everyone! Posting this to get validation that I'm making the right choice since no one in my family understands what I'm blabbing on about

 

[S87]

Does anyone know how to calculate UCAS points when you have studied overseas in Europe?