TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[SaLM]

Think we need some seminars on the Amberjack's ngl.

Fr!!! I'll be out here getting 80-90% on other SJTs and then do an amberjack and every pillar calls me worse than a Year 2 student

 

[jplaw1010]

This is not a post re. VS/TC applications but I wanted to share some thoughts after reading an article earlier today. Sorry in advance for being so deep but it really is all too easy to get caught up in work and forget what truly matters in life!

Some of you may have read about the devasting passing of Vanessa Ford, a Partner at Pinsent Masons. It highlighted the pressures of working in a BigLaw environment and the long hours she worked towards the closing of a deal. We will never know exactly what she was thinking but it really reminded me how important it is to recognise that your career is only part of your life - your family, friends, hobbies and interests and general happiness are equally/more so important. I guess it just acted as a reminder to be kind to yourself throughout this cycle and beyond. You're all doing amazingly well and your offer will come!! But until then, remember to take some time out for yourself and spend time with loved ones.

 

[BlessingA]

Congratulations!! Well done!!

Thank you

 

[axelbeugre]

Arnold & Porter summer scheme! praying this will be my last application cycle...

Congratulations! This is amazing!!

 

[elektrajenkov]

All I want tomorrow, all I'm praying for, is something (anything) from SH given the scheme is due to start in 3 weeks

 

[Soprano]

Has anyone heard from Cleary (summer) or Dechert (Summer) post app?

 

[holz567]

Simmons post-AC PFO and all I can say is lol

Why would you say lol out of interest?

Because you thought you were likely to get in, the process was bad, or you just weren’t bothered at this stage? Sorry if I’m missing something obvious!

 

[DieHard]

Anyone with insight into the W&C VS, willing to trade info for several other firms (Application process or other VS)

 

[babylawyerjo]

if anyone has done Browne Jacobson's assessment: how scary is the written assessment and is it timed?

 

[Deleted member 32324]

Bakers spring vacation case study perhaps the most divisive I've seen yet - some of us found it absolutely difficult whilst others thought it was a cake walk lmao. just goes to show

 

[elektrajenkov]

Does anyone know of any law blogs/publications that I can submit articles to/volunteer for? Think it would be fun and something good to put on my applications to demonstrate genuine interest in certain areas

The Student Lawyer is normally open to new writers! It's not a huge commitment (write as much or little as you want mostly) and it's certainly helped me with my writing

 

[manifestingtrainingcontract]

Am I the only one being ghosted by TS, or are others waiting to hear back as well? XD

 

[manifestingtrainingcontract]

Most firms won't.

Some may provide you with some form of living allowance on top of your salary if you meet certain conditions. Others may be able to offer something like a salary advance. A few firms do offer full accommodation support, but it is rare given it isn't something they offer to employees more generally.

You should speak to the firm's graduate recruitment team/HR to see how they can support you. It is not a problem to ask.

If they do provide some form of support, you'll most likely need to arrange something and they may provide financial assistance. They are unlikely to book the accommodation for you.

Thanks for this insight @Jessica Booker ! Do you happen to know whether freshfields tends to offer support in any way?

 

[holz567]

Am I the only one being ghosted by TS, or are others waiting to hear back as well? XD

I've been ghosted too!

I think someone said tomorrow was the last day they were interviewing so imagine if you haven't heard it's a PFO sadly

 

[LegallyBrunette_]

Am I the only one being ghosted by TS, or are others waiting to hear back as well? XDi

I haven't heard back either!

 

[EMB]

On a completely separate note, has anyone else here received an online assessment invite from Michelmores this week but not have any idea when their deadline is for completing it? Tried looking online but I can't find any answers.

is the test timed?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Thanks for this insight @Jessica Booker ! Do you happen to know whether freshfields tends to offer support in any way?

I don’t know the details - but I would just ask the firm. They really won’t mind you asking even if the answer is no - it will be something that have been asked before many times.

 

[dw11cfc]

@Jessica Booker @axelbeugre Hi, sorry to bother you guys. I was just wondering if you could direct me to any resources you have put out on here on tips for ACs? I know you must have been asked this 1000 times...

 

[Deleted member 22634]

Think we need some seminars on the Amberjack's ngl.

ive given so many tests now that i feel like giving out free practice test (thanks to my photographic memory)

 

[Kaushik]

I received PFO yesterday, I hope you guys will succeed in getting a VC from this firm.

Ah I am so sorry, when did you submit your application and when did you hear back?