2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

[j597]

I'd appreciate people's opinions on whether it is detrimental to outstanding vac scheme apps to update your linkedin profile with a vac scheme that you have already gained? Or is it not a problem? thank you x

 

[GK8997]

I'd appreciate people's opinions on whether it is detrimental to outstanding vac scheme apps to update your linkedin profile with a vac scheme that you have already gained? Or is it not a problem? thank you x

I actually think the opposite- it shows you're a desirable and competitive candidate who has already succeeded in another firm's rigorous app process! So I wouldn't say it's a problem at all!

 

[jan28]

I’ve got an assessment centre with Osborne Clarke coming up and I was pleasantly surprised to receive a care package from them today with a good luck note, high protein snacks and teas and coffees! I thought it was a really nice gesture and haven’t had this sort of experience with other firms.

that is actually so sweet of them. best of luck for the ac!

 

[OB]

@Jessica Booker out of interest - when applying should we be putting all of our work experiences or is it better to be selective? For example I’ve worked in a number of hospitality roles, where I’ve developed similar skills, should I only be putting the most recent?

Personally I group all of my retail roles into one work experience entry as putting all 7 of them would be a bit much 😅

 

[CareerChanger]

I’ve got an assessment centre with Osborne Clarke coming up and I was pleasantly surprised to receive a care package from them today with a good luck note, high protein snacks and teas and coffees! I thought it was a really nice gesture and haven’t had this sort of experience with other firms.

brb writing some complaints to other firms

 

[j597]

I actually think the opposite- it shows you're a desirable and competitive candidate who has already succeeded in another firm's rigorous app process! So I wouldn't say it's a problem at all!

Thank you so much for this reply. I'm definitely guilty of second guessing everything I do in this process! But this is great to hear

 

[AspiringSol]

How does everyone cope with waiting for the results of an AC. Its uber stressful.

honestly i just like to forget about it, reading the news rlly helps take me out of my head n esp reading about quite serious issues i guess bc it just reminds me there are things out there that are much bigger than me… like my life is basically irrelevant haha in the grand scheme of things!!

 

[layla rose]

I'd appreciate people's opinions on whether it is detrimental to outstanding vac scheme apps to update your linkedin profile with a vac scheme that you have already gained? Or is it not a problem? thank you x

I was also thinking this! @Jessica Booker what do you think?

 

[Jessica Booker]

I'd appreciate people's opinions on whether it is detrimental to outstanding vac scheme apps to update your linkedin profile with a vac scheme that you have already gained? Or is it not a problem? thank you x

Most firms won’t even have the time to be looking at your LinkedIn profile.

Even if they did, surely showing you have been successful would be a positive thing?

Might make sense not to if the firms were very different from one another. Or if the schemes clashed though.

 

[j597]

Most firms won’t even have the time to be looking at your LinkedIn profile.

Even if they did, surely showing you have been successful would be a positive thing?

Might make sense not to if the firms were very different from one another. Or if the schemes clashed though.

Agreed, thank you Jessica!

 

[Jacob Miller]

Anyone have an idea on where I can find resources for the standard interview question:

"What practice areas will be involved in this (hypothetical) deal and what will they be doing?"

Not sure if they're on the TCLA courses or in this forum, would be super appreciative if anyone would be able to share something!

My articles on Case Studies and also Foundations of Commercial Law may help:

Jacob Miller | Linktree

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[John Travoni]

Anyone done the Gateley assessments or VI yet??

 

[Asil Ahmad]

My articles on Case Studies and also Foundations of Commercial Law may help:

Jacob Miller | Linktree

Future Trainee @ Travers Smith Forum Team @ The Corporate Law Academy

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Just bookmarked this on google chrome.

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Guys, I wanted some clarification on this.

I wanted to ask about my A-Level requirements.

I got 180 UCAS points under the old UCAS system before 2017. Then did a foundation degree which I got 1st in and according to universities that is equivalent to ABB in total. I wanted to double-check if that is equivalent to ABB at A-Levels or not. This is because I have been getting rejected by firms that have ABB requirements.

 

[Jony]

My articles on Case Studies and also Foundations of Commercial Law may help:

Jacob Miller | Linktree

Future Trainee @ Travers Smith Forum Team @ The Corporate Law Academy

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I've stuck them all into a linktree so will update my signature on this to automatically include the link in the future!

What a lad!

 

[Jony]

Hi, does anyone know how long it takes for Dechert to get back after the AC for vac schemes? The Grad Rec said they would not drag for more than one week, but I haven't heard anything tho...

@dzlee has been waiting for 5 weeks. Buckle up!

 

[HopefulApplicant]

Has anyone received the research questions from Reed Smith for the summer VS? I applied on the 17th of Feb, got the results from my SST but have not heard anything since...

 

[Tarnjeet]

For Womble Bond Dickinson, the application deadline is 28th February- does that mean I've got until the end of tomorrow to submit it? Sorry, might be a silly question, just wanted to make sure haha.

 

[Jacob Miller]

I am currently writing up an answer to a question about developing or growing a law firm.

I have considered enhancing the firm's cybersecurity or climate change-related offering - but the firm already do this. What could I add to this? I'm genuinely stuck.

Hard to know what to advise without an understanding of what the firm already provides. Could you give us any more information so we can help better?

 

[AY]

I am currently writing up an answer to a question about developing or growing a law firm.

I have considered enhancing the firm's cybersecurity or climate change-related offering - but the firm already do this. What could I add to this? I'm genuinely stuck.

hmmm, not too sure if this is right, but perhaps by introducing innovative tech to make the firm more efficient (AI and blockchain), more pro bono work e.g. legal aid centres, attending and sponsoring industry events showcasing the firms values, expanding locations, cross-selling between departments to increase business flow and allow for client retention. Apologies if I've understood this q wrong.