TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[marisachr]

PFO post-interview from one of my top firms...Feeling defeated, especially because they said I was very close to making it

 

[Amma Usman]

PFO post-interview from one of my top firms...Feeling defeated, especially because they said I was very close to making it

It’s completely normal to feel this way right now, but try to see this as a sign that you’re on the right path. Being told you were close means that they saw your potential, your skills, and your ability to succeed. That recognition is huge, and it’s something you can build on. Use this moment to reflect, improve, and come back even stronger. Rejection isn’t the end of the road; it’s just a detour that brings you closer to the right opportunity. Keep pushing forward, stay resilient, and remember that every step, even the setbacks, brings you closer to where you want to be. You've got this. And we’re rooting for you, always! 🚀🚀🚀

 

[Amma Usman]

Bates Wells VS offer! I was overthinking and doubting myself so much after the AC so this has come as a surprise 😊

Wow, congratulations on the Bates Wells VS offer! It’s amazing how things work out when you least expect it, and this is just the beginning of many more exciting opportunities to come your way. You’ve earned it, and I hope you take a moment to really appreciate how far you’ve come. Congratulations once again! 🚀🚀🚀💃

 

[Chris Brown]

Has anyone heard back from Paul Hastings for the SVS with an interview invite? I think the application deadline was 2nd March. This is the final firm I am waiting to hear back from for VS applications this cycle! 😅​

 

[Kakaboo]

I have just done an assessment centre how much weight do you think they put on each component; group task, written and partner interview. I think I did good in the group task and really good in the partner interview but I’m not so sure about the written task. Also the partner said I would successful in the legal field no matter the results today

 

[j.a55293]

Has anyone heard back from Winston & Strawn post app?

 

[Jessica Booker]

I have just done an assessment centre how much weight do you think they put on each component; group task, written and partner interview. I think I did good in the group task and really good in the partner interview but I’m not so sure about the written task. Also the partner said I would successful in the legal field no matter the results today

Unfortunately no one will be able to answer this apart from the firm.

Every assessment will be important but sometimes competencies are assessed across assessments. For instance, team working can be assessed in a group exercise and at interview. It maybe that a lower group exercise score for team working could be balanced out by a stronger team working example in an interview.

I would try not to over analyse what might have happened until you get a decision from the firm. If you have been unsuccessful, seek feedback from them to understand where the development areas were.

The partner stating something like that shows you clearly have strengths to leverage in this or future assessments, and so take that as a positive for now.

 

[lawstudent2]

Has anyone had feedback from the burges salmon AC yet? I sent an email the day I got the rejection and no response. The partner said the interview went really well after so I'm finding it hard to move on from the rejection as I don't know where I went wrong

 

[Jessica Booker]

Has anyone had feedback from the burges salmon AC yet? I sent an email the day I got the rejection and no response. The partner said the interview went really well after so I'm finding it hard to move on from the rejection as I don't know where I went wrong

how long ago did you send the email?

 

[RaniaH062002]

I'm getting really antsy over Brabners VS offer- been rejected everywhere else this year- hopefully I get a test invite. 😭

 

[YS391]

Anyone still waiting on Harbottle post-app? Should I assume PFO?

 

[User5678]

Anyone heard back from rwk Goodman post vi? I believe their first scheme starts in April but they haven’t gotten back to applicants yet?

 

[billyonthespeeddial]

Is this Dechert's standard PFO?

"Your application and written assessment were of a good standard and we would welcome an application from you in the next recruitment cycle, should you choose to apply again."

 

[jta227]

Just received my last outcome of the cycle—a summer VS offer (won't share the firm name)! Thankful to round out the application season.

All in all: 15 applications, 3 ACs, 2 VS offers and 1 TC offer. Thanks to everyone here for the advice and support!

 

[lolololol]

does anyone have any tips for slaughter's written exercise? thanks in advance.

 

[jfb]

anyone heard from SH today?

 

[saminoriya]

does anyone have any tips for slaughter's written exercise? thanks in advance.

use SWOT structure and try to make short sentences. Don’t forget to use data from graphs/charts they give. Also proofread it, because they are very strict with any spelling mistakes tbh.

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Just received my last outcome of the cycle—a summer VS offer (won't share the firm name)! Thankful to round out the application season.

All in all: 15 applications, 3 ACs, 2 VS offers and 1 TC offer. Thanks to everyone here for the advice and support!

Huge congrats!!

 

[S7321]

@Jessica Booker Bit of an odd question I was hoping you (or someone else) could help with! I'm a career changer currently working in a non-law corporate job. If I changed jobs within an application cycle or process (but staying in the same industry I'm looking to eventually move out of), would firms look down on this or see it as a red flag? For example, if my application form had one job down, but I was in a different job come the Vacation Scheme.

 

[lolololol]

use SWOT structure and try to make short sentences. Don’t forget to use data from graphs/charts they give. Also proofread it, because they are very strict with any spelling mistakes tbh.

thanks for this, can i ask if it is a report or a letter/ email?