TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

[Lian Lian]

For Mayer Brown, is the initial application process just the application form or does it also include the verbal reasoning and situational strengths test? I've submitted the application form and I thought the tests are automatic but it appears that it is not?

 

[lhs444]

VI for Vinson & Elkins summer vac! It is my first VI so any tips for how to get started on preparing would be greatly appreciated! applied on 8 jan!

 

[Jessica Booker]

If you get an offer for a vacation scheme, is it generally good practice to mention that when asked at other assessment centres?

You only have to if you 1) want to or 2) directly asked.

 

[ZaraB]

For Mayer Brown, is the initial application process just the application form or does it also include the verbal reasoning and situational strengths test? I've submitted the application form and I thought the tests are automatic but it appears that it is not?

I think the grad rec check your application form to ensure you are eligible but don’t score the application form so it isn’t automated but you’re progressed as long as you’re eligible!

 

[emilyrose99]

Is it me or are law firms really taking their time to respond this year I’m still waiting to hear back from quite a few firms

I haven’t heard back from a single one yet 😭😭

 

[amerlin2022]

Anyone with experience of Gibson Dunn first stage interview know what to expect? Is it just a competency + motivational interview or does it involve more commercial aspects?

 

[Lian Lian]

I think the grad rec check your application form to ensure you are eligible but don’t score the application form so it isn’t automated but you’re progressed as long as you’re eligible!

Okay, thanks a lot! I'll just wait for grad rec to contact me then!

 

[AspiringTrainee]

how long does BCLP take to respond after the first stage interview?

They say within 2 weeks is the norm.

 

[thirdtimelucky]

Is it me or are law firms really taking their time to respond this year I’m still waiting to hear back from quite a few firms

I’ve heard back from 10, waiting on 7 but most of those were winter so yeah it’s gotten a bit slower 🥲

 

[Hele25]

Last night I dreamt that I attended an in person interview at a law firm and they asked me to sing a Coldplay song. I couldn’t recall any lyrics and they agreed that I could sing ‘Patience’ by Take That instead.

Does anyone have a philosophical/metaphorical reading of this? 😂

The way I read this and missed that it was a dream 😂😂😂😂 been cackling for a good 5 minutes lol

 

[Hele25]

I'm sorry that you didn't have the best experience with your VI. Maybe the point of the last question was to see how well you do under pressure/when you're shocked? Judging by what you've said, you must've come across pretty well.vIt's really commendable that you remained calm. At the end of the day, you gave it your best, all things considered, and that's really not a small thing.

I really hope it works out in your favour but I am confident you'll be good either way- you've got this 💪

This is so kind of you thanks so much. I’m keeping my fingers crossed but unsure if my answers are what they’re looking for. At least I didn’t freeze/stumble over my words.
although my face was probably like a deer in headlights 😂

 

[manchester12]

Addleshaw Goddard AC (screaming inside rn)!!!

the only day they have available tho is Friday and I have another Ac what do I do? Will this disadvantage me?

 

[Kikelomo]

VI for Vinson & Elkins summer vac! It is my first VI so any tips for how to get started on preparing would be greatly appreciated! applied on 8 jan!

Hi, I did the V&E VI last year and got through to the final stage - my top tip would be just be your honest self, there are no technical questions being asked, I was asked things along the line of "how would your friends describe you". when I did it, it was a total of about 5 questions or maybe even less (I can't remember) its really more of a personality test more than anything

hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions

goodluck!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Addleshaw Goddard interview (screaming inside rn)!!!

the only day they have available tho is Friday and I have another Ac what do I do? Will this disadvantage me?

Give them a call first thing tomorrow morning. Explain you have another assessment centre on that day and ask if they have any flexibility for other dates as you would be really keen to find an alternative date. There are many times in which these things can be moved around a bit, so I'd be surprised if they couldn't provide an alternative

 

[Donuttime]

has anyone been on a hogan lovells AC recently?

 

[lawful_neutral216]

DWF VI invite!

 

[RP]

DWF VI for Manchester! Applied on the deadline

 

[Nemo11]

Addleshaw Goddard AC (screaming inside rn)!!!

the only day they have available tho is Friday and I have another Ac what do I do? Will this disadvantage me?

Congrats! Can I ask what office and when you applied/completed the VI? Thanks

 

[jennifer]

Has anyone heard back post AC for skadden? (I havent )

 

[manchester12]

Congrats! Can I ask what office and when you applied/completed the VI? Thanks

Hey! It’s for Manchester. I applied early December and did the VI on Thursday