TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[aspiringlawyer47]

I've done the VI but yet to recieve one of these, you reckon I should be concered or probably looking too deep into it?

Same here I’m very concerned 🤣

 

[EllaClayton]

Anyone passed a VI and floundered their words in one of the questions? Think I got detailed points in all mine but I kept stuttering 😭

Yes I completely stuttered my way through a VI question, it was ironically about my strengths where I was saying strong communication skills… but I acknowledged it by saying it was a little ironic and laughed, and just carried on. I still got through to the next stage, because it’s about your holistic approach to all the questions and I like to think you can show your resilience if you don’t let yourself get caught off by it. Maybe they also appreciated I could laugh about it though 😂

 

[TakeAChanceOnMe]

I am a bit confused with Orrick's application questions. They are asking for a cover letter but also why commercial solicitor and why Orrick questions, how am I supposed to differentiate my responses for this?

Did anyone work out when Orrick's vacation scheme runs? It doesn't seem to be on their website - it only says 'in the summer.' I realise the chances of securing it are small, but it would be good to know when we mentally need to block off...

 

[yasmars]

Did anyone work out when Orrick's vacation scheme runs? It doesn't seem to be on their website - it only says 'in the summer.' I realise the chances of securing it are small, but it would be good to know when we mentally need to block off...

Have you heard back?

 

[TC seeker]

For people who are waiting for NRF post test, this is their response:


Thank you for your email.


You should expect to hear from us by 8th March.

Did you asked them or is it a automatically email？

 

[axelbeugre]

Thanks so much for the reply! Would recommend connecting with trainees as opposed to associates? @axelbeugre

That is what I did personally so I probably would recommend that but associates are fine too but they are very busy most of the time so they might not even respond to you, but if there is someone you are interested in talking I would suggest to message them and see.

 

[BM99]

Did you asked them or is it an automatically email？

I asked them

 

[law2022x]

Yes, next week

oh congratulations!! do you mind saying when you applied?

and separately: have others heard from arnold &porter? please react if you’ve received an interview

 

[AnxietyBundle]

Has anyone done the Walker Morris AC yet? how did it go?

 

[ayiiii05]

Sorry to hear that. Can I ask if this is for spring or summer?

Spring

 

[legallyells]

Has anyone done the Walker Morris AC yet? how did it go?

i did on tuesday. it was extremely easygoing and overall a very enjoyable experience!

 

[AnonKn635]

Nothing from Latham Post-AC?

 

[saj2002]

If firms encourage you to reapply is it a good sign or is it just a generic phrase to be polite?

 

[lawtrainee]

In my experience to get a foot in the door is email your CV and create a short but sweet ‘cover letter’ style email about why you like the firm and why you think you’d be a fit. Best to target smaller firms. If one of them likes you, chances are they might have something for you. Only takes one and if it’s a small firm can build from there. Ik it sounds annoying when everyone on here are applying to VSs and TCs at huge firms, but this has been a successful method for literally all my friends who I did the law conversion with and can then move to a bigger firm w paralegal experience or can use it as legal experience for TCs. Hope that’s useful

Thank you so much, this is really helpful

 

[NMA]

oh congratulations!! do you mind saying when you applied?

and separately: have others heard from arnold &porter? please react if you’ve received an interview

1st Jan, one person had an interview today and I know someone else with one next week

 

[Deleted member 31263]

Nothing from Latham Post-AC?

Got an offer earlier today.

 

[axelbeugre]

hsf vs offer

Congratulations!! Amazing news!

 

[thoms]

Heyy does anyone know what kind of questions are asked in Baker McKenzie VI? Are they more competency-based? Any commercial awareness questions? Would be greatly appreciated!

is it for summer? if you don't mind me asking also how long after the online test did you receive the email for the VI?

 

[axelbeugre]

Morgan Lewis VS interview!!! It's in a week and I'm honestly pooping myself but happy as it's the only firm I applied to last month heheeeee

Congratulations!!!

 

[Sunshinepink]

Thanks for the replies! As a non-law student, I am struggling to apply to paralegal jobs given I have limited experience in commercial law. It is hard as law firms want legal experience, but to get this experience I need to already have had previous legal work. Apologies if this doesn't make sense and all advice welcomed!

I’m a law as opposed to non-law but I would reach out to small firms in your area and ask about completing work experience with them. Mention your interest! It may be only a few days but it’s some experience 😊