TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[elektrajenkov]

Any response from 2Birds (post-app) and DLA (post VI)?

I've done the WG, VI & had an AC invite from 2Birds. I applied Nov 29, got the test Dec 8, VI invite on Dec 14 & an AC invite yesterday. They said in an event that they assess each part on a rolling basis so when you submitted/complete each part will depend on when you hear about everything. Not sure if this will ease your mind, but hopefully the more info you have the better! Good Luck!

 

[MrHubertLouis]

Has anyone applied to Stephenson Harwood’s WVS and never head back, no tests whatsoever, only a confirmation of submission? When asked which scheme I would be interested in, I clicked winter, spring and summer. I’m not sure if that’s why I never heard back or if it was because I applied for a direct TC in the 2022/2023 cycle and it had only been a few months between that and my VS application.

 

[Tattyasha]

skadden PFO - really sad about this.

So sorry Barbara, I feel your pain. I too am really gutted about this one. Shocked to hear they’ve removed the telephone interview stage. Quite a bold move to go straight from app to AC, especially as it was seemingly a very recent decision. Never mind, there’s always next time

 

[lawapplicant]

Has anyone applied to Stephenson Harwood’s WVS and never head back, no tests whatsoever, only a confirmation of submission? When asked which scheme I would be interested in, I clicked winter, spring and summer. I’m not sure if that’s why I never heard back or if it was because I applied for a direct TC in the 2022/2023 cycle and it had only been a few months between that and my VS application.

I’m the exact same mate.

 

[MrHubertLouis]

I’m the exact same mate.

Grateful to see someone in the same boat. How far did you make it to in the last cycle?

 

[lawapplicant]

Grateful to see someone in the same boat. How far did you make it to in the last cycle?

Didn’t apply SH last year. Other people received a test invite so I’ve taken it as a rejection.

 

[Marissa]

Did Skadden scrap their TI stage?

 

[app03]

Did Skadden scrap their TI stage?

Yes, I went to their insight event last year. They mentioned they would like to interview more candidates and decided to remove their TI stage.

 

[Deleted member 31263]

Omg CMS VI invite was hardcore - 1 minute to answer a question ...

 

[thenublawyer]

Yes, I went to their insight event last year. They mentioned they would like to interview more candidates and decided to remove their TI stage.

Does this mean that the number of candidates invited to the AC this cycle far exceeds what they had from last cycle (with the TI)?

 

[ab01]

Skadden AC!

Sorry to everyone who got the PFO’s - you are all great, and will get your well deserved TCs soon!!! 🫶

 

[FutureTS13]

Hi everyone, where could I go to get my CV, applications and so forth reviewed?

 

[app03]

Does this mean that the number of candidates invited to the AC this cycle far exceeds what they had from last cycle (with the TI)?

I can't say for sure, but from what I understand instead of rejecting candidates at TI stage more would be progressing directly to the AC, if that makes sense?

 

[Izzy1026]

Hey, does anyone know if Stephenson Harwood Open Days app comes with a WG? Thanks in advance!

 

[lawgurl90]

Hi! Got VI invite for Irwin Mitchell Vac Scheme. Would be grateful if anyone can tell me what the questions are? Really freaking out over VI, I always mess up 🥲🥲🥲

 

[trainingcontract]

Hopefully. Midnight tonight is 00:00 tho. You can still apply on their website tho.

I just submitted and it went through successfully! I think it says somewhere on the site that any unsent application will be automatically deleted after the deadline, so I'm sure the deadline hasn't passed yet. Good luck!

 

[Dae]

has anyone applied to Bird & Bird spring vacation scheme and still haven't received a WG invite yet ?

 

[laby201]

has anyone applied to Bird & Bird spring vacation scheme and still haven't received a WG invite yet ?

I haven't heard anything and applied on the deadline. Bit worried as they're rolling that it was just too late but just have to keep fingers crossed.

 

[laby201]

I'm applying to Ashurst and filling in the education section, and a mandatory section in the university grades section is "letter grade". They give you space for the number obtained afterwards, but the letter can't be left blank. I'm assuming they're just expecting 1st/2:1 etc, even though that's not a letter? Sorry if it sounds like such a pedantic question!

 

[Manuchelsout]

£1 to anyone who guesses what this post would have been 🤣

Skadden PFO and Weil VI