TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[Jessica Booker]

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

UCAS points are only really in place for UK recognised qualifications. Trying to calculate UCAS points outside of these is pretty difficult to do consistently, but one way to do it is to find a law course at a UK university that matches the firm's UCAS points requirement and see if they also provide what grades you would need to get into the same course with your qualifications.

 

[VacayScheme]

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.

Same here 😅

 

[S87]

UCAS points are only really in place for UK recognised qualifications. Trying to calculate UCAS points outside of these is pretty difficult to do consistently, but one way to do it is to find a law course at a UK university that matches the firm's UCAS points requirement and see if they also provide what grades you would need to get into the same course with your qualifications.

You are an angel @Jessica Booker and happy new year!

 

[laby201]

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

I did exactly the same. Was planning to apply to the firm but just didn’t feel my private equity knowledge was there, nor is it an overriding interest at this stage. Applications take time, energy, and effort, even more so over the Christmas/New Year period, so I’ve only applied to firms I like and could genuinely see myself at. You’ve made the right choice

 

[EliteWhovian]

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

Was in the same position but decided last minute to send an app, no mention of PE at all though! Likely a pfo but we'll see

 

[Arianne Kez]

Has anyone heard back from Pinsent Masons regarding the vacation scheme app? Thanks

 

[BM99]

Does anyone know if we need to complete the WG test again in the same academic year for Hogan Lovells, if rejected after Lift off and now applying for VS?

 

[mckelly]

Anyone who was looking to apply for Shearman - just checked their website (not AllHires) and now only the spring VS is advertised for. This is de facto confirmation that their summer vac scheme will no longer be going ahead, contrary to earlier information given

 

[flower]

Anyone know what time today Kirkland's application closes for their vac scheme/tc?

 

[amrita6399]

Anyone know what time today Kirkland's application closes for their vac scheme/tc?

I think it's 11:59PM

 

[cgc]

Just completed the Reed Smith VI and got the automatic feedback for the Legal High Potential Assessment. Absolutely bombed 2/4 of the characteristics they assess. Here’s to hoping another firm give me an VI opportunity haha.

 

[allwillbewell]

Just completed the Reed Smith VI and got the automatic feedback for the Legal High Potential Assessment. Absolutely bombed 2/4 of the characteristics they assess. Here’s to hoping another firm give me an VI opportunity haha.

Fingers crossed for you! Also, when did you get your VI invite for Reed Smith?

 

[aemond54]

does anyone have any insight into Deschert's VI or Written Exercise. Any tips would be appreciated

 

[Apple]

Anyone who was looking to apply for Shearman - just checked their website (not AllHires) and now only the spring VS is advertised for. This is de facto confirmation that their summer vac scheme will no longer be going ahead, contrary to earlier information given

so do I need to reapply if I applied for summer?

 

[Mike Wazaoski]

Unrelated post:

Happy New Year to everyone still grinding over the holidays. Wishing the best outcomes for us all this year

 

[flower1]

Hello, for people who have completed White & Case's VI - when was your VI sent? Thank you

 

[mckelly]

so do I need to reapply if I applied for summer?

I really don't know, sorry. It may be that those who have already applied will be interviewed for the spring scheme instead but that it is only a guess. You may need to follow this up with their grad rec.

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Anyone know if Bird & Bird is rolling for direct TC.

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Have Bakers indicated that they will still be using Watson Glaser as their online test stage.

 

[lawyerletsgo]

is the covington deadline on the 12th of Jan 11:59pm? or 11th Jan 11:59? also HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!