TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[Deleted member 22634]

I did the Linklaters WG test and fell in the 77th percentile despite getting 35/40 questions correct. Anyone have any idea what my chances of getting through are (my understanding is you have to be above 80% to have realistic chances)?

Did you ask for the report?

 

[Tiffany0104]

I did the Linklaters WG test and fell in the 77th percentile despite getting 35/40 questions correct. Anyone have any idea what my chances of getting through are (my understanding is you have to be above 80% to have realistic chances)?

May I ask when did you do your WG test and when did you receive your report? I had done it but received nothing...

 

[Deleted member 22634]

May I ask when did you do your WG test and when did you receive your report? I had done it but received nothing...

Same

 

[mkt]

Is K&E rolling

 

[Z48]

May I ask when did you do your WG test and when did you receive your report? I had done it but received nothing...

You have to request it, they responded pretty quickly when I asked

 

[Boating]

Quick quesiton from me, how 'good' is name dropping in applications, I've tried it in the past, and used it like 'I spoke to Bob and learnt x', but I'm not really sure how worth while it is, I asusme it does not put you at an advantage? Any thoughts @Jessica Booker ?

 

[axelbeugre]

Quick quesiton from me, how 'good' is name dropping in applications, I've tried it in the past, and used it like 'I spoke to Bob and learnt x', but I'm not really sure how worth while it is, I asusme it does not put you at an advantage? Any thoughts @Jessica Booker ?

@NJS I think it does not work against you especially if you ask the person if you can mention them in your application, however, I do believe that it is not a game changer, it does not distinguish you from other people applying to the same firm. So I would make sure that the person you mention wants to be mentioned and you think they can have a say in putting you through the different stages of the applications, which is very unlikely most of the time. This is just my opinion though!
Good luck with everything!

 

[DKLaw]

I do not think AG got WVS anymore?

Yeah I also checked, they don't, Burges Salmon is the only one that has a WVS outside London

 

[VV]

Anyone heard back from Jones Day yet (summer VS)?

 

[Boating]

@NJS I think it does not work against you especially if you ask the person if you can mention them in your application, however, I do believe that it is not a game changer, it does not distinguish you from other people applying to the same firm. So I would make sure that the person you mention wants to be mentioned and you think they can have a say in putting you through the different stages of the applications, which is very unlikely most of the time. This is just my opinion though!
Good luck with everything!

I was thinking the same, I usually message people as an extension of my research, thank you!

 

[The6FigureSuccessfulSolicitor]

Not really. essentially you'd have to apply for a TC separately, which means you'd need to do the interview after the workshop. Also because S&M recruits on a rolling basis, you might end up interviewing for a later intake. So you don't necessarily convert, you basically just don't have to submit an application form again.

Pretty much every firm requires you to do a TC interview after a VS. I don't mind the later intake.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Quick quesiton from me, how 'good' is name dropping in applications, I've tried it in the past, and used it like 'I spoke to Bob and learnt x', but I'm not really sure how worth while it is, I asusme it does not put you at an advantage? Any thoughts @Jessica Booker ?

It’s typically just name dropping - it doesn’t really hold much weight just naming someone but the context in which you are explaining why you feel you should name drop/why it’s important to you application can be persuasive if there is purpose behind it. If you are just throwing it in there for the sake of it, it’s likely to just be read as such.

 

[antheaf]

Hey @antheaf, I think you are still in good timing for the winter scheme now, however if you feel like you would have a greater chance with the summer scheme then I would focus on that. I would exclude the direct tc, especially if you are still in university as it is very competitive and Hogan Lovells tend to recruit heavily from the schemes anyway. I hope that helps and good luck with the application, I am sure you'll smash it!

Hi Alex, thanks so much for your response. Ok that is great to hear, thank you. To be honest I was contemplating applying to the direct TC before I read your message. I am actually not in university but have finished my undergrad, worked for a year and completed the GDL already but since I was focused on the bar I haven't done any vac schemes so I will trust your advice on this.

 

[wz_13]

if anyones gone through the flex legal online assessment and wouldnt mind giving me some insight i would greatly appreciate it!

 

[Boating]

if anyones gone through the flex legal online assessment and wouldnt mind giving me some insight i would greatly appreciate it!

Remember there being some contract law questions, and i THINK there were some like sjt ones

 

[AK001]

Has anyone done the Simmons VI/blended assessment? If so would you mind sharing what the questions were and any tips in preparing for it? Thank you

 

[sxw517]

How long does it take to get feedback report from HSF?

 

[Petallove1]

If my HSF application portal says under review does that mean I’ve ‘passed’ their online assessment? Yet to receive feedback

 

[kmo20]

Does anyone know when Allen & Overy start AC’s for the winter vac scheme?

 

[Deleted member 27336]

If my HSF application portal says under review does that mean I’ve ‘passed’ their online assessment? Yet to receive feedback

not necessarily mine went to under review then i failed. doesn't mean either way, probs have to wait till monday to know