TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[VMS]

@Amma Usman

Sorry, I'm sure you've already been asked this, but is there any chance you could talk about what you felt made your application for Gibson Dunn stand out? Is there any opportunities you've taken that you thought really interested them/gave you an advantage?

Thank you!

 

[WillkieGemma]

For the Willkie VI, does anyone know if the firm intends to get back to candidates with a result 3 weeks (15 working days) after the VI deadline we were given or 3 weeks after the VS deadline?

Hi, I aim to get back to everyone within 15 working days of the deadline. Sometimes there is a short delay and this is simply due to busy-ness. I do get back to all candidates as soon as I possibly can.

 

[WillkieGemma]

Do Willkie give out offers rolling?

Hi @NJS no we don't. For context, here is our website text:
"Do you recruit on a rolling basis?
Yes and no. We review applications and video interviews as they arrive, meaning you will hear from us within ten to fifteen working days as to the outcome of your application. However, two of our application stages will not take place until after the deadline, meaning we won't make any offers at all until after the deadline and will not fill up places before the deadline. "

 

[SamaraJ]

Is anyone applying to FieldFisher's diversity access scheme?

I am having trouble with creating a strong answer to this question: Describe the personal life experiences that have given you the unique perspective you would bring as a insight scheme participant at Fieldfisher, and how this perspective will support your success. (800 characters)

if anyone has any tips on how best to approach this question that would be great

 

[Uch21]

Does anyone know whether OC's Bristol office offers a seat in IP? And whether this would include patents? Torn between Bristol and London!!

They only offer IP disputes in the London office. You can find all the seats they offer here. https://join.osborneclarke.com/training-and-development

 

[cjwx]

Literally!!!! Where did you sign up for this event?

Allaboutlaw

 

[bsh]

Hi, I aim to get back to everyone within 15 working days of the deadline. Sometimes there is a short delay and this is simply due to busy-ness. I do get back to all candidates as soon as I possibly can.

Thank you Gemma!

 

[Tintin06]

Congrats on your apps! Can I ask what you've applied for in relation to S&C? I was under the impression that graduates could only apply for their TC, not the VS, but I might have read it wrong!

Vacation Scheme. I guess I’ll apply for the TC as well.

 

[legal_student2024]

Hello! I thought the Pinsent Masons app deadline for London was the 28th November (as stated on Legal Cheek), but on their website it now says they are only taking applications for their other offices? Has anyone heard anything regarding this? I assume its because they did rolling confirmations, but would super helpful to know if there is now no point submitting an app.

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Hello! I thought the Pinsent Masons app deadline for London was the 28th November (as stated on Legal Cheek), but on their website it now says they are only taking applications for their other offices? Has anyone heard anything regarding this? I assume its because they did rolling confirmations, but would super helpful to know if there is now no point submitting an app.

Hey I applied 23.10.24 and haven’t heard anything back, not sure if they’ve now closed apps!

 

[ashwright]

I sent them an email three weeks ago, as am in the same position as you, 15/11 they replied saying they are still reviweing applications....

That's a shame they didn't give anything concrete - I might try emailing them to see if they can give us a rough estimate at this point

 

[g.cl.2020344]

That's a shame they didn't give anything concrete - I might try emailing them to see if they can give us a rough estimate at this point

Yeah that’s a good idea- just some more clarity would be helpful

 

[g.cl.2020344]

has anyone else received any update from w&c this week lol

Nope! Have you?

 

[gimmeavacschemepls]

has anyone else received any update from w&c this week lol

Still haven't heard back post VI - assuming it will be a PFO at this point lol.

 

[unknownnn7372]

Nope! Have you?

Ah not yet! Still waiting post ac, think it might be a PFO at this point

 

[ttyl]

I applied to Slaughter and May last month (Oct 19) for the direct TC and still haven't heard back. Do I take that as a PFO since they recruit on a rolling basis and I don't believe they wouldn't have seen my application by now...

 

[3000to1shoteverytime]

I applied to Slaughter and May last month (Oct 19) for the direct TC and still haven't heard back. Do I take that as a PFO since they recruit on a rolling basis and I don't believe they wouldn't have seen my application by now...

They get around 3000 applications so they may not have gotten to yours yet

 

[AveragePoster]

Hi, if anyone has experience of Clyde & Co's Digital Simulation Assessment I'd really appreciate any help.

1. Is the entire assessment recorded, or just the video interview questions?
2. I'm aware it is untimed, but can you "leave" and resume at a later point?
3. It says approx. 45-60 mins, but if anyone knows specifically how many written and video questions there are, that would be great.

Thank you!

 

[Amma Usman]

Does anyone know what grades successful applicants to King and Spalding get? Only see firsts on LinkedIn.

@Amma Usman @Ram Sabaratnam

Hey @vishnu , the firm has no minimum A-Level requirements. I have seen from other sources, not the firm directly, that the firm does not have degree requirements either. However, in any case which is not confirmed by the firm, I suspect a 2:1 or better.

 

[Hghasvision]

Does anyone know how to get the Bronze Membership verified

@Amma Usman @Ram Sabaratnam