TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[bangarangbass39]

Thanks bro! All the best for M&R- they’re a great firm!

Preciate it. Have you previously taken an internship with M&R? If so I'm just trynna be like you. Can't lie I think I messed the Online Test. Had some good traits but they said I needed to improve on some areas more - not a fantastic showing but if its enough to get the AC then I can't complain.

 

[saj2002]

What do firms look for when they ask: "If you couldn't work in law, what do you think you would do and why?"

Should this align with the firm at all or can it be my honest answer

 

[Lola333]

is it appropriate to talk about rising interest rates as a commercial news story?

I've done this in 2 interviews and got both offers - the key is to explain the impact on deals, I talked about M&A from buy-side and sell-side perspectives and PE (particularly LBOs) ☺️

 

[Law_Between_Life]

Email from Mishcon explaining I will hear result from VI by end of Feb. Sent dead on 6 so I assume it is generic.

 

[Miss Chocolate]

@Jessica Booker

Hi Jessica. I filled in the VS scheme form for CRS and put my first preference for the spring scheme. I left the second preference blank. However, my circumstances have since changed. I haven't heard back from the firm yet, but is it worth getting in touch to request for me to be considered for summer placement instead? Or is it better to wait until I get an acceptance before request to change the dates? Thank you!

 

[Jessica Booker]

@Jessica Booker

Hi Jessica. I filled in the VS scheme form for CRS and put my first preference for the spring scheme. I left the second preference blank. However, my circumstances have since changed. I haven't heard back from the firm yet, but is it worth getting in touch to request for me to be considered for summer placement instead? Or is it better to wait until I get an acceptance before request to change the dates? Thank you!

I would just send a brief email asking if your application can move to the summer. I think when you are waiting to hear back and you definitely can't do the scheme you originally asked for, it is better to follow up earlier rather than waiting.

 

[Miss Chocolate]

I would just send a brief email asking if your application can move to the summer. I think when you are waiting to hear back and you definitely can't do the scheme you originally asked for, it is better to follow up earlier rather than waiting.

Amazing, will send the email first thing tomorrow morning. Do I need to provide a strong/ good enough reason as to why I am requesting it to be moved to summer? Also, do you know if this will have any effect on my chances of securing a spot? Thank you

 

[laby201]

Would you say it's likely a straight up PFO in a VI if I started to read off the screen? I was pretty confident with what I was saying but then started to look away from the camera/read off the screen, which I think won't play in my favour.

It was only really for 1 of the 3 questions, but I know it isn't a great look

 

[Jessica Booker]

Amazing, will send the email first thing tomorrow morning. Do I need to provide a strong/ good enough reason as to why I am requesting it to be moved to summer? Also, do you know if this will have any effect on my chances of securing a spot? Thank you

No - you can just say you now have commitments for Spring - if you want to disclose more than that, then you can.

It may impact your chances of securing a spot, but there isn't much you can do about this - you can only be considered for summer given your circumstances.

 

[EqualityNonNegotiable]

Email from Mishcon explaining I will hear result from VI by end of Feb. Sent dead on 6 so I assume it is generic.

I sure hope you're right!

 

[Miss Chocolate]

No - you can just say you now have commitments for Spring - if you want to disclose more than that, then you can.

It may impact your chances of securing a spot, but there isn't much you can do about this - you can only be considered for summer given your circumstances.

If I could put aside my personal circumstances and wanted to maximize my chances of securing a spot, would you recommend I stick with spring dates?

 

[Jessica Booker]

If I could put aside my personal circumstances and wanted to maximize my chances of securing a spot, would you recommend I stick with spring dates?

If you have commitments and the summer scheme works better for you, then you should state this to the firm.

However, if it’s just that you may be busy over the spring period, then just wait for the firm to come back to you and if you are shortlisted then speak to them about the opportunity to move as your circumstances are firmed up.

 

[Neoshik]

Has anyone who applied for Dechert in October/November still not heard back? 😭

I applied for Dechert (Summer) on 30th Jan and haven't heard back 😭😭😭

 

[yxnglxw]

Has anyone heard back from Wedlake Bell?

I got a response at start of Feb saying we should be getting responses towards mid/end Feb.

 

[JLaw56]

Does anyone know when should we get a response post-app from Jones Day (for Summer)?

 

[marrr]

Email from Mishcon explaining I will hear result from VI by end of Feb. Sent dead on 6 so I assume it is generic.

Did everyone get this email or was this in response to something you asked? Sorry if I’m being silly I can’t tell if I have missed an email🤣

 

[legally.brown]

hearts on tcla really made my morning post the freshfields pfo yesterday 😇🤩🤝🏻

 

[Jaysen]

Happy Valentine's to all my favourite people

 

[sxw517]

How long has it taken for people to hear back from Dechert, following the VI and Written Exercise?

 

[lawstudent15]

Can anyone provide insight into White & Case VI? Didnt see the invite until today and only have a day to prepare >.<