vacation scheme

  1. Alice07

    Travers Smith - winter or summer vacation scheme

    I am on my second application cycle now and am really disappointed to say that I have just been rejected from the firm I applied for this cycle (Eversheds). Feeling really upset and in need of some advice. My question is regarding Travers Smith. Is it easier to get a training contract, or in...
  2. Alice07

    Travers smith - winter or summer vacation scheme

    I'm new to TCLA, so have no idea really how to use this. I'm on my second application cycle now and really disappointed to say that I didn't get into the firm I applied to and really liked (Eversheds). My question regards the next application. Is it easier to get a training contract, or into...
  3. A

    Watson Farley Williams video interviews

    Struggling to find information on how long you have to answer the questions. I understand there/s a minute-and-a-half to prepare, but does anyone know how long to give the actual answers? Thanks!
    • Am92
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    • interview interview prep interview question law firm vacation scheme vacation scheme interview video interview virtual
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Interviews Discussion
  4. Laurenjosephine

    Question

    I really don't understand how I am meant to approach this question?! "What is it about the profile of the Boodle Hatfield client base which attracts you?"
  5. Laurenjosephine

    Client Focus Question

    On Withers' application, they ask for you to tell them about a time you delivered 'client focus' but I'm not really sure what that is? Would working in a supermarket be an example? Would using another example for my time working in a supermarket be repetitive because I can't think of anything...
  6. C

    CMS Assessment Centre

    Hi! Does anybody have any insight into the assessment centre process for CMS Academy and what to prep for it, specifically the partner interview? Feel free to DM me! I am so nervous and would love to have a chat about it if you've been through it before! Thank you! :)
  7. Laurenjosephine

    Missing A Level Grade Requirements

    I achieved ABB in my A Levels, but some firms require that you have AAB at A Level. Would this entirely write off my application/ruin my chances of being considered, even if I am on track for 2.1?
  8. Jacob Miller

    Foundations of Commercial Law: Practice Areas, Firm Groups and Applications *Monday Article Series*

    Introduction Something we’re very proud of at TCLA is the vast breadth and depth of advice that candidates have contributed to the forum. That doesn’t necessarily suit everyone, though – indeed, it can even be somewhat intimidating to those who are new to the world of commercial law. Maybe...
    • Jacob Miller
    • Thread
    • applications global elite interviews magic circle practice areas silver circle training contract vacation scheme
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: General Discussion
  9. Jacob Miller

    Definitive Guide to Assessed Negotiations! *Monday Article Series*

    Hi All! Please see below my Guide to Assessed Negotiation Exercises at Assessment Centres and during Vacation Schemes. This guide has been built from my own experiences of assessed and real-world negotiations as well as having consulted with Grad Rec specialists. This is also the first in a...
    • Jacob Miller
    • Thread
    • applications assessed negotiation assessment assessment centre assessment day interviews negotiation negotiation exercise vac scheme vacation scheme
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Applications Discussion
  10. C

    Squire Patton Boggs personal statement

    Hi guys Merry Christmas to all! :) Does anyone have any advice on the SPB personal statement for their London vacation scheme? It's only 300 words but on their website they give guidance here about what to include, and there's just so much: A personal introduction – Think about what you think...
    • cmaj
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    • application personal statement spb squire squire patton boggs vacation scheme
    • Replies: 97
    • Forum: Applications Discussion
  11. E

    should solicitors challenge their partners/superiors?

    this is the kind of question that I find particularly hard in situational interviews/tests. E.g. you've been working on a project and are almost done, but then your boss tells you that there's been a massive change and you need to start over again. Or, something like helping your client pay as...
  12. E

    If clients are increasingly unwilling to pay high fees, how else can law firms make money?

    I've seen a few variations of this question, e.g.: given that London clients are not willing to pay as high fees as Wall Street clients, how can UK firms stay competitive against US firms? or How can firms survive the proliferation of AI which may render charging high fees for services...
  13. H

    Vac Scheme: Who can apply ?

    I do apologise first, this may be a silly question. Pinsent masons' Vac scheme page says "apply in your penultimate year (law) or final year (non-law) onwards". My question is: can graduates apply as well?
  14. arbitracion

    Baker McKenzie D&I Question

    Hi guys, I'm currently applying for a vacation scheme at Baker McKenzie, but I don't understand the below question: [...] Please outline which diversity & inclusion Baker groups you would support, and detail any initiatives you may have previously been involved in. I understand the first part...
  15. M&M

    Gowling WLG VC Application Question

    Hi! I am currently working on my application for a vac scheme with Gowling. I am not sure how to fill in the education section. Am I meant to put in every module or just my degree? Since I did IB, I am also not sure how I can put in all my subjects as well as my overall grades. I've included a...
  16. B

    Ropes & Gray Vacation Scheme Question and Application Advice

    Hi guys, I was wondering what advice and approach you would give in answering the below commercial law question: "What three proposals would you make to the Partnership if you were Chairperson of Ropes & Gray?" Also, if anyone has had any success with an application to the firm, any tips...
  17. Jaypes3

    Foot Anstey Interview for Vac Scheme 2020

    To anyone who has taken the Foot Anstey interview, what questions were you asked?
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    Trowers & Hamlins psychometric test/app questions

    Hi guys! I'm trying to gather as much info as possible on the vac scheme application process at Trowers & Hamlins before they open on 1st October. What I realised is that their website is not as detailed in explaining the different steps as some other international firms are. I was wondering if...
  19. V

    How to write mitigating circumstances?

    Hi everyone. Hope you all are well. I am creating a thread for the first time, kindly pardon my mistakes, if any. I have been applying for vacation schemes but I do not understand how to write the mitigating circumstances. Unfortunately, I have faced mitigating circumstances that have affected...
  20. J

    CMS Opportunities SCOTLAND!

    Hi everybody! I am a brand ambassador for CMS this year specifically in Scotland and at the University of Glasgow! I wanted to start this thread specifically for anybody who is undertaking a Scottish law degree as the process and eligibility can differ! If you are undertaking an English law...
    • JW
    • Thread
    • cms cms academy vac scheme vacation scheme
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: General Discussion

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