TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[PFOenthusiast]

No I’m waiting on this too. Which offices did you select as preferences?

Hopefully they're still processing all the applications then. I went with Bristol and London - what about you?

 

[sm99]

Is the test for Browne Jacobson automatic?

 

[mp2000]

Thank you. My application was October and test and VI November so this gives me faint hope!

Did you send your application off for the spring VS deadline? I'm wondering if lots of people who applied specifically for summer have received VIs...

 

[amy2002]

I was asked in an interview, other than black letter law, what do you think our clients look to us for?

I said value for money (how efficiently the firm can get tasks done, using AI etc) and expertise/reputation, which I linked to building longstanding client relationships, while referring to a client I knew had used the firm on multiple occasions.

Is this the kind of thing they were looking for or have I misinterpreted their question??

 

[Lilil]

Anyone heard back from TW who did their AC earlier this month?

I received a call on Wednesday

 

[Lawyering13]

I was asked in an interview, other than black letter law, what do you think our clients look to us for?

I said value for money (how efficiently the firm can get tasks done, using AI etc) and expertise/reputation, which I linked to building longstanding client relationships, while referring to a client I knew had used the firm on multiple occasions.

Is this the kind of thing they were looking for or have I misinterpreted their question??

I got this question at a recent successful interview and I said what you said + where they operate (jurisdictions) + how seriously the law firm takes ESG as well (so as not to damage reputation). So think ur ok!

 

[amy2002]

I got this question at a recent successful interview and I said what you said + where they operate (jurisdictions) + how seriously the law firm takes ESG as well (so as not to damage reputation). So think ur ok!

Thank you, that's reassuring I also got asked a question on what issues clients are facing and how the firm can help. If I spoke about the EU AI Act, rather an AI more broadly, and how they will have to prepare for these regulations to avoid fines, is that fine? I'm worried I didn't answer the question! I did throw in something about rising interest rates as a separate point but not sure with how much conviction!

 

[trainingcontractplz]

I received a call on Wednesday

Thanks When did you sit your AC if you don't mind me asking? I had mine on 5 March. Do you know if all offers have been handed out?

 

[l789]

Does anyone have notes from Mayer Brown's Open Day in December 2023? If so I would be grateful if you could PM me and share.

They held two open days, one in December and Janurary. They didn’t have enough spaces for everyone so held one in January- did you receive the email?

 

[legallybrunette8]

just got another pfo from brabners it was prob my strongest and longest application yet as I really loved the firm, trying not to be discouraged as I only have 1 firm left to hear from for vacation schemes. looks like I have to start applying for TCs now 😰

 

[codytrainee]

Anyone had an assessment centre at W&C and still not heard back? Did mine the first week of March and they said they'd get back to me at the end of the following week.

It's been 3 weeks now and still nothing. Should I phone?

 

[sm99]

CMS & Slaughters have revoked tcs too forSQE failed attempts 👀this is brutal

 

[sm99]

Is the test for Browne Jacobson automatic?

I haven’t received it yet.. how long did it take for everyone else?

 

[kmo20]

Anyone had an assessment centre at W&C and still not heard back? Did mine the first week of March and they said they'd get back to me at the end of the following week.

It's been 3 weeks now and still nothing. Should I phone?

Same here, did my AC last week of February and still haven’t had a response

 

[Jessica Booker]

I was asked in an interview, other than black letter law, what do you think our clients look to us for?

I said value for money (how efficiently the firm can get tasks done, using AI etc) and expertise/reputation, which I linked to building longstanding client relationships, while referring to a client I knew had used the firm on multiple occasions.

Is this the kind of thing they were looking for or have I misinterpreted their question??

Yes, that is what they are looking for. You haven’t misinterpreted the question.

 

[CallumJR]

CMS & Slaughters have revoked tcs too forSQE failed attempts 👀this is brutal

I have a good friend who failed SQE last year and they were offered a second attempt!

Seems unfair to me to allow 2nd attempt one year and revoke TC offer the next year.

 

[Miss Chocolate]

I can't stop overthinking the fact that I should have been more confident and really sell my experiences in the interview. I guess at least I will be sure to do that for the next one but still :/

 

[The-PFO-Collector]

They held two open days, one in December and Janurary. They didn’t have enough spaces for everyone so held one in January- did you receive the email?

I didn't apply to their December Open Day.
Thanks for the information.
If I don't get anything this cycle, I will certainly apply to attend their next one.

 

[l789]

I didn't apply to their December Open Day.
Thanks for the information.
If I don't get anything this cycle, I will certainly apply to attend their next one.

Ok, I’m out volunteering atm but will send you over my notes once I get home- I took ALOT of notes

Also just checking but do you know what’s happening with Latham first year scheme. I haven’t heard back yet and really really really am hoping for a place

 

[tanamontana]

Does anyone know when Baker McKenzie will hold the last batch of ACs?