TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[manifestingthetc]

I’m becoming anxious with all these applications that I’m waiting a response for. I’m still waiting on answers for Links spring VS, Latham summer VS, OC VS, Hogan Lovells VS, and these are all applications that I have done assessments for (WGT and SJT) in dec 2024. Should I take it as PFO’s considering people have been offered places and AC’s.

I am in the same boat and the anxiety is real! I keep comparing myself to other candidates in the forum because I've not heard from any firm since I've completed the applications. E.g Gibson Dunn, I sent this in September and still nothing and I'm feeling frustrated and annoyed because I would also like to feel that I am on the right track with my progress and I am getting the opportunity for an interview. This is my 3rd cycle now and I'm just like ughhhh pls give me an interview. Anyway, you're not alone, perhaps we're all in a similar boat!

 

[Legalitaly]

Akin AC
Goodwin VI
Weil VI
W&C VI
Dechert Written Task
Willkie Written Task
Linklaters
HSF VS
Reed smith AC
Macfarlanes AC
Addleshaw Goddard AC

12 applications, 5 ACs, 1 rejection

Successful with HSF and got an offer

Waiting for Weil, Linklaters, W&C and Goodwin.
Weil said 2 weeks but nothing yet. I saw a summer VS for Linklaters today, was that the fast track individuals.

Hi! Is the HSF offer for the spring VS?

 

[S7321]

Any insights into whether S&S have already done ACs and filled places? I applied quite close to the deadline and am wondering whether it was too late.

 

[eviemck1]

Has anyone heard back from Addleshaw Goddard yet, post-VI?

Have you heard back yet - I am still waiting to hear something! Would rather a quick no than all this waiting

 

[traineedreamer]

Hi all! Can anyone please give me some insight into the types of adjustments that you can request for assessment centres? Particularly ADHD related adjustments?

 

[ria_s01]

has anyone heard back from DWF? saw a reply on here that someone was invited to VI but I haven't heard anything back except confirmation of application

 

[BreadandButter]

Have you heard back yet - I am still waiting to hear something! Would rather a quick no than all this waiting

2 days ago with an AC London office.

 

[g.cl.2020344]

I am in the same boat and the anxiety is real! I keep comparing myself to other candidates in the forum because I've not heard from any firm since I've completed the applications. E.g Gibson Dunn, I sent this in September and still nothing and I'm feeling frustrated and annoyed because I would also like to feel that I am on the right track with my progress and I am getting the opportunity for an interview. This is my 3rd cycle now and I'm just like ughhhh pls give me an interview. Anyway, you're not alone, perhaps we're all in a similar boat!

Honestly I’m the same so confused why Gibson Dunn haven’t got back to us even if it’s a PFO

 

[BreadandButter]

Hi! Is the HSF offer for the spring VS?

Yes

 

[sakras602]

Congrats 🥳

If you don’t mind me asking, when did you send your application to W&C and was it for Spring or Summer?

Thank you! I applied for Summer, and submitted my application fairly last minute (maybe 2 days before the deadline?)

 

[tech_netium]

PMC AC invite for London first AC of the cycle! Applied 31 Dec for those interested x

 

[LawLawLawLawLaw]

is this also for DACB? I was planning on doing it now, could give you insights if it's that

Yes please that would be great!!

 

[Tintin06]

Hi all! Can anyone please give me some insight into the types of adjustments that you can request for assessment centres? Particularly ADHD related adjustments?

I've had separate rooms for tasks. You can also get extra time. These are generally the adjustments made. They can probably offer other things. I've tried to get Watson Glaser adjustments. However, it's had no real impact.

 

[TCpleasex]

has anyone heard back from DWF? saw a reply on here that someone was invited to VI but I haven't heard anything back except confirmation of application

I’m still waiting to hear from DWF as well.

 

[Chris Brown]

Hi all! Can anyone please give me some insight into the types of adjustments that you can request for assessment centres? Particularly ADHD related adjustments?

I've had separate rooms for tasks. You can also get extra time. These are generally the adjustments made. They can probably offer other things. I've tried to get Watson Glaser adjustments. However, it's had no real impact.

I have had adjustments for VI’s where I did a telephone interview instead. I was given extra time to prepare and answer each question. 🙂

I spoke with the graduate recruitment team members at HSF and HL about ADHD related adjustments at a law fair and they mentioned they give you breaks between each assessment at an AC. 🙂

There are probably other adjustments you can request as long as they are reasonable.​

 

[rapunzel]

Does anyone know when law firms generally start putting out paralegal job openings?

 

[Chris Brown]

Thank you! I applied for Summer, and submitted my application fairly last minute (maybe 2 days before the deadline?)

I think I’m cooked for W&C then. 🤣💀

I applied on the 5th Jan and still haven’t heard anything. I applied for both Spring and Summer because I’m just too indecisive. 🥲🥲​

 

[rapunzel]

I think I’m cooked for W&C then. 🤣💀

I applied on the 5th Jan and still haven’t heard anything. I applied for both Spring and Summer because I’m just too indecisive. 🥲🥲

Same 😭

 

[traineedreamer]

I have had adjustments for VI’s where I did a telephone interview instead. I was given extra time to prepare and answer each question. 🙂

I spoke with the graduate recruitment team members at HSF and HL about ADHD related adjustments at a law fair and they mentioned they give you breaks between each assessment at an AC. 🙂

There are probably other adjustments you can request as long as they are reasonable.

Thank you both, @chrisbrown @Tintin06 this is extremely helpful!

 

[knight1999]

I attended a W&C Open Day in 2024 and also received a VI invite on 3rd Jan. It was my first ever VI, and I completed the VI on 6th Jan - I haven't heard back since. What does that normally mean? Rejection or waitlist?