TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[B101]

If anyone has tips for Macfarlanes AC it would be much appreciated. I've got a month to prepare!

 

[Ben_WX]

Would you be able to please specify what kind of commercial questions? Thanks!
And good luck post AC!

I was quizzed on syndicated loans, bonds, coupons, PC and the role Skadden’s funds team plays. It really depends on the news story or deal you choose to talk about! Also, I spoke about a private equity deal, and that's where I slipped up. The partner was trying to maintain a straight face while I was answering, lol. Hope this helps, good luck!

 

[lawtrainee]

Does anyone have any tips for an interview with Shearman?

 

[Seven]

Does anyone have any tips for an interview with Shearman?

Did you just get an invite? congrats btw!

 

[Amy Lucy]

Has anyone heard from Clyde & Co , i applied ages ago and i did the VI but i have't heard back yet.

 

[MandyAA]

Does anyone have tips on the Fieldfisher online assessment? I’ve done it the past 2 years and never get through the next stage

 

[I’m_Batman]

If anyone has tips for Macfarlanes AC it would be much appreciated. I've got a month to prepare!

May have changed since year before last but:

1. Partner Interview:
i) Was definitely asked Why Law, Why Commercial Law, Recent deal. Then there were competency questions.
2. Case Study:
i) Think out loud if you are trying to find the answer, they're not trying to trip you up but see how you get there too.
3. Written Exercise:
i) Make this look pretty - headings, paragraphs: short 2 line intro, rule of three (firstly, secondly, lastly), and conclude 2 lines (overall, I would..) is a good rule, I think they let you make tables, make sure you finish.

 

[axelbeugre]

Same! Is this an AC? They call it a “first round interview” but I can’t see any other rounds for VS?😭

Yes, it should be the last stage to get the vacation scheme, it was for me last year anyway!

 

[axelbeugre]

for Dechert, one of the qs is "Dechert is frequently retained to work on the most challenging matters, and prides itself on its ability to deliver premium legal services and sound business judgement to its clients. In your opinion, other than the above, what are the three key reasons why our clients instruct us? 300 words."

By "why our clients instruct us", do they just mean why the clients choose them?

Yes, I think this is what they mean more generally.

 

[Legalstalker]

Can anyone access their Goodwin application on Vantage?

I’m struggling to see what I wrote for the ‘supporting questions’.

 

[trainee_00]

Anyone heard back from Akin post telephone interview?

 

[trainee_00]

Anyone heard back from Weil after VI?

 

[buibuui]

anyone heard back from AG or HL or Simmons (Bristol)?

 

[babylawyer1942]

Any Covington updates?

 

[B101]

May have changed since year before last but:

1. Partner Interview:
i) Was definitely asked Why Law, Why Commercial Law, Recent deal. Then there were competency questions.
2. Case Study:
i) Think out loud if you are trying to find the answer, they're not trying to trip you up but see how you get there too.
3. Written Exercise:
i) Make this look pretty - headings, paragraphs: short 2 line intro, rule of three (firstly, secondly, lastly), and conclude 2 lines (overall, I would..) is a good rule, I think they let you make tables, make sure you finish.

Thank you sm!

 

[Legalitaly]

Sullivan & Cromwell PFO

 

[SLLLAMA]

Anyone had technical issues with Fieldfisher test where the site selects your answer for you?

 

[LehmanBrothersRiskManagementIntern]

Sullivan & Cromwell PFO

Sorry to hear that, is that post holding email?

 

[ccfuturetraineesolicitor]

Any Covington updates?

Few people were invited to AC yesterday evening - no news since. I’m not sure if they invite people in batches either

 

[Dakuai]

If anyone has tips for Goodwin first stage interview, it would be much appreciated. Is it completely competency based + understanding of the firm? Do they test commercial awareness as well? The email says no preparation needed, so I wonder what kind of questions could be asked.

Hi, @axelbeugre, It would be great if you have any tips Thank you