TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Mace2121]

I’m in the process of applying to Freshfields and I’m wondering if not attaching my CV will negatively affect my application. I’ve already completed the Vantage work experience section, but I’m not entirely happy with my CV at the moment and would prefer not to submit it.

Would anyone have insights on whether this could impact my application?

Thanks in advance!

 

[sapphireoreos]

Does anyone have any insights for Penningtons AC? like anything, even just the structure of the interviews/exercise

Thank you so much in advance🤞🏻

Hey, which scheme is this for? I applied on the deadline day for the summer VS so would love to know

 

[TrainingContract2024]

hi guys, for Freshfields' direct training contract application, would it be advisable to submit a CV even though it's optional?

 

[g.cl.2020344]

yes

Huge congrats!!! When did u hear back post test for interview invite?

 

[AlegalA]

Huge congrats!!! When did u hear back post test for interview invite?

Thank you so much! I did the test on 19/12 then received the invite on 08/01 and have the interview today!

 

[fairbourne]

Anyone done the S&C interview? Happy to exchange insights (Freshfields, Macfarlanes, Slaughters, White & Case, Jones Day)

 

[Amakaa]

Anyone done the S&C interview? Happy to exchange insights (Freshfields, Macfarlanes, Slaughters, White & Case, Jones Day)

Congratulations! May I ask when you received your invite, please? Do you also know if they review on a rolling basis?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

I’m in the process of applying to Freshfields and I’m wondering if not attaching my CV will negatively affect my application. I’ve already completed the Vantage work experience section, but I’m not entirely happy with my CV at the moment and would prefer not to submit it.

Would anyone have insights on whether this could impact my application?

Thanks in advance!

No need to submit a CV - you won’t be at a disadvantage.

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

hi guys, for Freshfields' direct training contract application, would it be advisable to submit a CV even though it's optional?

You can if you have got one ready to go, but there is no need to. It’s highly unlikely to be read

 

[cwhite233]

I am applying for a smaller city firm which has a question focused on its client base - I cannot find information on the firm's clients as the Legal 500 and Chambers have limited information for this firm - does anyone have any advice on how I can approach this?

I recommend two things here:
1. Look at the firm's Linkedin page and go through its 'posts' on Linkedin - here, you might have some press releases relating to recent deals / matters the firm has worked on, which would usually include disclosing the client in question.
2. Look at the profiles (on the firm website and Linkedin) of certain key partners at the firm. Here, you might also find 'selected representations' or Linkedin posts related to the work that that particular partner has done (be careful here regarding the representations on the firm website though, as these can sometimes relate to work that the partner did at a previous firm!)

Hope that helps It is difficult when researching smaller firms as they aren't plastered all over the FT!

 

[👩🎓]

I recommend two things here:
1. Look at the firm's Linkedin page and go through its 'posts' on Linkedin - here, you might have some press releases relating to recent deals / matters the firm has worked on, which would usually include disclosing the client in question.
2. Look at the profiles (on the firm website and Linkedin) of certain key partners at the firm. Here, you might also find 'selected representations' or Linkedin posts related to the work that that particular partner has done (be careful here regarding the representations on the firm website though, as these can sometimes relate to work that the partner did at a previous firm!)

Hope that helps It is difficult when researching smaller firms as they aren't plastered all over the FT!

Thank you so much!

 

[rwm]

how long did it take you to hear back after you submitted your WGT?

Hi! It was a couple of days.

 

[Tattyasha]

Hi everyone! Hope everyone is coping ok and getting through this cycle as best you can 💖

Just wondering if anyone, past or present, progressed with Ropes and Gray and might be able to give any pointers on the application. It’s a real favourite of mine but my grades are poor (reasons for it but still…). My USP is work experience but that isn’t presentable. How do I write an answer compelling enough to get through to next stages with naff grades? I need to work extra hard in my answer to stand out positively so would really appreciate any insight or guidance at all.

Thank you so much in advance 🙏 unfortunately I’ve not progressed beyond app really so can’t share much by way of insights but I’ll happily offer moral support in abundance! X

 

[kokoprep]

hey when is the freshfields app deadline!

 

[TC Chaser]

Hi all, has anyone interviewed with Skadden before? What was the slot selection like? I have booked a slot for my VI but I received an email that seems to suggest the slot merely confirms the period (noon or morning) but the date will be communicated 48 hours before the interview. What does this mean?

 

[AlarmedBookkeeper448]

hey when is the freshfields app deadline!

Thursday 23 January 2025 at 23:59

 

[lawbear123]

Hi all, has anyone interviewed with Skadden before? What was the slot selection like? I have booked a slot for my VI but I received an email that seems to suggest the slot merely confirms the period (noon or morning) but the date will be communicated 48 hours before the interview. What does this mean?

hmm I think it's the opposite - from what i understood from the email, your slot selection is for the date and the timing will be assigned to you 48 hours before your interview (as it could be morning or noon)! so don't stress, your date will be the same as the one you chose when you booked the slot but the timing could be either morning or noon. hope this helps!

 

[TC Chaser]

hmm I think it's the opposite - from what i understood from the email, your slot selection is for the date and the timing will be assigned to you 48 hours before your interview (as it could be morning or noon)! so don't stress, your date will be the same as the one you chose when you booked the slot but the timing could be either morning or noon. hope this helps!

"Please note that the confirmation email from {xxx} is only confirming your morning slot or afternoon slot."

 

[AS24]

For those who applied or are applying to Freshfields and are international candidates too, where did you include the information about your overseas academics?

 

[futuretrainee101ac]

For those who applied or are applying to Freshfields and are international candidates too, where did you include the information about your overseas academic

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