2020-21 Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion

[tla99]

Just got a VI from Latham & Watkins!

Congrats! when did you apply?

 

[Celestie]

Does the practice WG test on FF's website give you a score after? Or is it one of those ones where it doesn't? Don't wanna waste my time again ahahah

 

[WannabeSolicitor24]

Does the practice WG test on FF's website give you a score after? Or is it one of those ones where it doesn't? Don't wanna waste my time again ahahah

Use the CC practice one - is exactly the same company that FF uses and I'm certain that it gives you a score at the end!

 

[MzM]

Does the practice WG test on FF's website give you a score after? Or is it one of those ones where it doesn't? Don't wanna waste my time again ahahah

Yes it does! Gives you overall % and then a breakdown of each competency

 

[layla rose]

I just received a case study interview invite for Mishcon - can't believe it, I've had so many rejections by this point!! For all those waiting, I know it's easier said than done, but try not to be disheartened - I was convinced my VI was unsuccessful not having heard back for a while. This is my first interview, so if anyone who previously interviewed with them has any tips, I'd be so grateful!

Amazing congrats!! May I ask when you completed your VI? Thanks

 

[JayB]

Really love how a lot of you are receiving AC and VI invites, really well done!!!

It seems like I’m the only one still waiting to hear back from all the remaining firms I’ve applied too, this is soul destroying. Only received one AC this year and that was a total flop.

 

[packhorse]

Really love how a lot of you are receiving AC and VI invites, really well done!!!

It seems like I’m the only one still waiting to hear back from all the remaining firms I’ve applied too, this is soul destroying. Only received one AC this year and that was a total flop.

I'm so sorry to hear this... What happened at the AC? In my opinion it is SO difficult to know how they went!

 

[JayB]

I'm so sorry to hear this... What happened at the AC? In my opinion it is SO difficult to know how they went!

The worst thing is I’m still waiting to receive feedback from them, chased them up three times now :/

 

[JayB]

White and Case White and Case invite !!

When did you apply out of interest, is this a VI invite?

 

[collie_121]

Really love how a lot of you are receiving AC and VI invites, really well done!!!

It seems like I’m the only one still waiting to hear back from all the remaining firms I’ve applied too, this is soul destroying. Only received one AC this year and that was a total flop.

Theres a lot more rejection than you see on these posts so don't be disheartened! I also am waiting to hear back from so many firms and I sympathise with you that the wait is painful. The AC I got came after I was rejected from PwC today and messed up 2 VIs this week.

Even 1 AC offer is an insane achievement, so focus on that!!! Remember you only need that 1 offer, stay positive, you've got this

 

[packhorse]

When did you apply out of interest, is this a VI invite?

Yes VI and mid November

 

[LegalNim]

This might be a stupid question. I applied to TLT (London, direct TC) and have been offered an AC, but I never did a Watson Glaser for them - I was never sent one or invited to do one at all. Other people have mentioned being rejected post-WG... Have I somehow skipped a step?

 

[JayB]

Theres a lot more rejection than you see on these posts so don't be disheartened! I also am waiting to hear back from so many firms and I sympathise with you that the wait is painful. The AC I got came after I was rejected from PwC today and messed up 2 VIs this week.

Even 1 AC offer is an insane achievement, so focus on that!!! Remember you only need that 1 offer, stay positive, you've got this

Thank you so much for your uplifting comment, I’ll keep the faith. All the best for your AC, you’ll smash it I’m sure!! 😊

 

[tk166]

Really love how a lot of you are receiving AC and VI invites, really well done!!!

It seems like I’m the only one still waiting to hear back from all the remaining firms I’ve applied too, this is soul destroying. Only received one AC this year and that was a total flop.

Hey I just wanted to say that I guarantee you the majority of people that have ACs have been in your position, doubting themselves and getting rejection after rejection, I know I definitely got many rejections before my first positive response! Keep at it and you’ll get positive news very soon xx after all you already got an AC before which is such a good achievement in itself ❤️

 

[tk166]

I'd like to do some last minute apps (following Jaysen's post here) but realistically how likely is it to be successful? Some of the firms I'd do a last min app to I don't have much research about etc. so I'm not sure if there's much point trying? (Without sounding like negative Nancy)

If you apply to places like Ropes & Gray or Morgan Lewis & Brockius they’re completely non rolling and have relatively straight forward application questions x

 

[Numerius Negidius]

If you apply to places like Ropes & Gray or Morgan Lewis & Brockius they’re completely non rolling and have relatively straight forward application questions x

Really didn't like Ropes & Gray's 'three proposals' question lol

 

[CMB]

Has anyone heard back from Eversheds post VI yet ??

 

[jan28]

Really didn't like Ropes & Gray's 'three proposals' question lol

Just imagining the person reading my answers saying ‘oh yeah? Where are you gonna get the money for that?’

 

[Haz]

Congratulations! Can I ask when you applied?

Of course! Applied Jan 21st

 

[U98]

Amazing congrats!! May I ask when you completed your VI? Thanks

Thanks - two and a half weeks ago!