TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Jessica Booker]

Do law firms get references from all previous employers when they intend to hire you, to the point that all absences are declared?

I have had a temporary part-time job for the last seven weeks and have just had to call in for the second time for illness (one day, both times on a Monday). It was my last shift. Will this impact my ability to get a job in a law firm? I’m stressed as I just wasn’t well and would have forced myself in but it starts at 4am and I’m just unwell and tired.

All employment references are sought for a certain period of time (usually between 5-10 years, with 7 being the most common).

I really don’t think this will be an issue though - your reference may not even cover absences of any type. Most references are a standard template where they confirm employment dates and job title only.

If you are concerned, you can ask your current employer to provide you with a copy of the reference they would provide for you to know what information they will be sharing.

 

[jacksollaf]

anyone has tips for eversheds VI? just received it now!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi, does anyone know at what point its worth emailing BCLP regarding an application update, it has been 3 weeks since I received the feedback report.
@Ram Sabaratnam @Jessica Booker or anyone!! Thank you

I think it’s still pretty early given they are still accepting applications, so I wouldn’t chase up just yet.

 

[jacksollaf]

HSF PFO. Not too sure if it is because I changed courses as I received an AC invite the previous time that I applied. Bit gutting but going to focus on my exams and most likely rejoin the application cycle next time where I will be eligible for all schemes (as I am a non-law student)

1) was that for summer? 2) did they say you met the benchmark? I passed the benchmark on November 12 but still haven't heard back, hoping it's positive :/

 

[patternteddybear]

1) was that for summer? 2) did they say you met the benchmark? I passed the benchmark on November 12 but still haven't heard back, hoping it's positive :/

Yes, I hit the benchmark and also averaged 84% in my first year of my degree. I also had extenuating circumstances so it’s an interesting one. But going to focus on my exams and then rejoin the application cycle next time I reckon

 

[suhana]

Eversheds VI! Has any1 done this and can offer some general advice please?

Congrats! When did you apply if you dont mind me asking?

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Congrats! When did you apply if you dont mind me asking?

thanks! I applied 18th Oct!

 

[user9809]

Has any done a VI for W&C before? Other than the standard Why Law and Why W&C, are there the usual competency questions or do they ask unique ones?

How long did it take to receive the VI invite?

 

[jacksollaf]

Yes, I hit the benchmark and also averaged 84% in my first year of my degree. I also had extenuating circumstances so it’s an interesting one. But going to focus on my exams and then rejoin the application cycle next time I reckon

Oh my! that's impressive ! head-up, you'll get something in due course dw!

 

[pax]

Yes, I hit the benchmark and also averaged 84% in my first year of my degree. I also had extenuating circumstances so it’s an interesting one. But going to focus on my exams and then rejoin the application cycle next time I reckon

Could I ask when you received the benchmark passed email?

 

[patternteddybear]

Oh my! that's impressive ! head-up, you'll get something in due course dw!

Thank you! Good luck to you too

 

[patternteddybear]

Could I ask when you received the benchmark passed email?

It was a few days after I completed the test

 

[pax]

It was a few days after I completed the test

Do you happen to know what specific date it was, please? I also received mine on November 12th, so I am trying to "estimate" whether they have not gotten around to reviewing my application yet.

 

[legalxp2]

does anyone have any advice for the mischon video interview, or know what questions to prepare for?

competency qs, be able to link to your experiences

 

[mariistm]

Eversheds AC for Cambridge!!!
Sorry if this has been asked or shared before, could anyone share any strengths based AC advice or tips? Thanks!!

 

[emma.d]

Could anyone recommend any good resources for researching Addleshaw Goddard? I did not manage to attend any events hosted by them so if anyone knows where to find recordings of any or is willing to share notes I would be super grateful

 

[gazdgazd11]

Weil PFO post app despite having a strong application (TCLA reviewed). Depressing af.

 

[elizabethkate]

weil pfo- no VI or anything? what’s that based on? my written responses?

 

[NCTC2025]

Eversheds London VI! - Says its all strengths based situation questions. Does that mean we still have to give examples of how we've displayed these strengths in the past?

 

[Law queries]

weil pfo! merry christmas!!!!!

same