TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[mariistm]

Hi all, looking for a bit of recruitment advice. I’m planning to apply to Burges Salmon soon. I did an AC with them in the cycle before last, and last year I applied for a paralegal job. Initially I was unsuccessful however I received a call back offering me a paralegal position in another department. I had to decline as I had another job, however is this something I can mention in my application and would it be beneficial or would it hinder the application? Thanks!

 

[pmpmpm123]

nope

Is this for summer?

Spring!

 

[lolasparks]

Spring!

Hey could I ask when did you apply and hear back? Thank you!

 

[lawstudent2]

How much notice do you usually get for an AC? This is my first cycle and I'm generally a bit crap at interviews. I don't want to set myself up for extra disappointment by preparing and then getting rejections but equally don't want to be unprepared if I do get one, do you get enough notice usually?

 

[👩🏼💼]

How much notice do you usually get for an AC? This is my first cycle and I'm generally a bit crap at interviews. I don't want to set myself up for extra disappointment by preparing and then getting rejections but equally don't want to be unprepared if I do get one, do you get enough notice usually?

You usually get a few weeks’ notice so there will be plenty of time to prepare! My soonest post interview has been 3 weeks and my longest about 8 weeks! Good luck with your first cycle 😊

 

[Tclarocks123]

Hi, I would be so grateful if anyone who has any insights at all into the Latham and Watkins AC could dm me! I can share insights from Bakers VI and Clifford Chance AC.
Thank you so much!

Congratulations ! Do you mind confirming when you applied ?

 

[Shandy101]

Goodwin VI! Any insights would be so helpful!

Five questions: 30 seconds prep time, 90 sec recording time. Three competency questions: Tell me a time 1 Commercial Awareness and 1 Motivational.

 

[futuretrainee8482]

Is W&C VI AUTOMATIC

 

[AnAnonymousDuck]

Is W&C VI AUTOMATIC

no

 

[S7321]

How long did it take people to receive feedback on their Macfarlanes' test? I took mine on Thursday night and haven't had anything back yet.

 

[lawstudent2]

You usually get a few weeks’ notice so there will be plenty of time to prepare! My soonest post interview has been 3 weeks and my longest about 8 weeks! Good luck with your first cycle 😊

Ok thank you so much that's super reassuring

 

[legallyad]

in a video interview about 'Why this firm', how many points would you say is sufficient enough? has anyone ever gotten past the vi stage citing one reason and going into detail about that?

 

[jacksollaf]

Hi! Is this for a particular firm/firms? It would be easier to get an accurate answer if you know which firms 😊

hey, I was just asking in general, if anyone knows any firm's usual AC dates, because I am currently completing a year abroad, so to know when I can expect to book tickets and stuff if required, know who to coordinate with in my uni etc. If anyone knows any firm's, that would be greatly appreciated! For instance, Baker, HSF, Simmons & Simmons, White & Case, etc.

 

[Amakaa]

does anyone know if debevoise recruits on a rolling basis? the thread on here says TBC, does anyone have any idea?

Applications closed on the 2nd

 

[jacksollaf]

does anyone know if debevoise recruits on a rolling basis? the thread on here says TBC, does anyone have any idea?

If I am not mistaken, I saw somewhere that it was non-rolling, however they closed on the 2nd of Jan... Apparently, they do review them all after the deadline, give about 100 invites for the Open Day...

 

[tosin4774]

What questions should one ask themselves to know if they have written a strong application @Jessica Booker @Andrei Radu?

 

[MR218]

Does anyone have an insights on the Kirkland VI? Would be happy to exchange for info about W&C and Weil VI or HSF, Cleary and Skadden ACs.

 

[S7321]

I did mine on Wednesday and got feedback on Friday so around 48 hours.

Since you did your test on Thursday I imagine you will get the feedback report on Monday.

The feedback highlights your highest scoring and lowest scoring strengths.

Since Macfarlanes is non-rolling we will most likely get application decisions over the next several weeks and possibly into February.

Thanks so much!

My highest strengths were credibility, adaptability and personal responsibility - lowest was drive. Any sense of what that means from previous cycles?

 

[BillSikes]

Anyone else been struggling to login to Trowers and Hamlins All Hires?

 

[suhana]

Hi, have people gotten the test for baker summer vs?