TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[Ash2323]

Hi @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre, would like some advise on a CV blind interview at an AC. If i am asked to introduce myself, should i say which uni(s) I studied at when saying my background? The email about the cv blind interview says the following: "The interviewers will receive a copy of your application form, however this will be limited to the questions and answers under the following sections work experience, activities and your application question answers. Where organisations are specified in your application regarding work experience, these will be generalised for your interviewer e.g. 'law firm' or 'professional services firm'. In addition, reference to educational institutions will be removed, including specific mention of your university or school within application answers." Just wondering how i should conduct myself when explaining about myself if asked?

 

[tcplease2345]

Those who got VI from SH summer scheme when did you apply?

 

[hanz123]

I can’t believe I’m saying this but my first ever AC invite from AG 😭
I’d appreciate any advice from anyone that’s previously done an AC since it is my first ever assessment centre and don’t know what to expect thank you!

 

[SR99]

Has anyone else who applied for Mayer Brown Summer VS still not heard back post app?

 

[smileymay1234]

Has anyone heard from Goodwin regarding the vacation schemes?

I emailed & they said end of month so hopefully this week

 

[sadieyates56]

I have Pinsent Masons Assessment Centre next week and I have no idea what it actually entails. I know there will be an interview and some kind of case study but could anyone provide me with any more guidance on what it will be like / how to prepare?

 

[sakinazali]

I completed an AC for a direct TC in a firm and will receive a response at the end of March. I am a penultimate year student and am also eligible for their internship whose deadline is start of March. Should I apply for internship? PS they don't offer TC to their interns; they have to reapply for TC.

 

[m12]

Has anyone else who applied for Mayer Brown Summer VS still not heard back post app?

including the post-app test?

 

[Untilwinter]

Does anyone know the answer to this question? Never considered this point
"What could the firm do if the parties want to sign the acquisition document but are still waiting for regulatory approval?"

 

[lllaaawww098]

Has anyone got to Dentons AC for spring vac scheme or got the Spring VS itself? I feel like they're running super late this year

 

[SR99]

including the post-app test?

Yes including the post-app test have you been invited to the job sim or rejected yet?

 

[Bread]

I am once again asking if anyone has heard from Withers post test — saw someone got a vac scheme, are they still interviewing or should I assume PFO?

 

[futuretrainee2025]

Does anyone know the answer to this question? Never considered this point
"What could the firm do if the parties want to sign the acquisition document but are still waiting for regulatory approval?"

memorandum of understanding with a lock-out agreement? its not legally binding but I suppose it lays out the terms and agreements prior to the actual transaction. in an interview, id maybe ask for more clarification and why the parties want to sign before approval - is it to prevent the seller from engaging with other parties? etc. im not sure but sounds like an interesting question

 

[EllaClayton]

I am once again asking if anyone has heard from Withers post test — saw someone got a vac scheme, are they still interviewing or should I assume PFO?

Nope I’m over a month post test and nothing. Did see on here a while ago someone had interviewed in Jan but completed the test last year. I think they are just processing all the earlier candidates and probably award places on a rolling basis

 

[nya]

Does anyone know the answer to this question? Never considered this point
"What could the firm do if the parties want to sign the acquisition document but are still waiting for regulatory approval?"

Maybe insert a conditions precedent clause in the acquisition document stating that completion of the transaction will be subject to any necessary regulatory approval?

 

[NikkiT]

Does anyone know any details about the Cooley AC/What to expect?

 

[futuretrainee2025]

Maybe insert a conditions precedent clause in the acquisition document stating that completion of the transaction will be subject to any necessary regulatory approval?

bingooo I think this is it

 

[Cherikon]

Anything from Shoosmiths?

 

[Chelsea101]

Anything from Shoosmiths?

Nope, manifesting good news from them this week though!

 

[LehmanBrothersRiskManagementIntern]

Anything from Ropes & Gray? ACs starts from next week and it makes me wonder if they have already invited people to the ACs?