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

[John Travoni]

Top of my head but

1. Baker McKenzie
2. Dentons

I’m 100% sure BM do not recruit on a rolling basis for TCs. Although it states that on the application, they do not get back to candidates until after the deadline has passed. This is confirmed by GR.

 

[Paige]

I had a big fat PFO - literally day after VI saying I didn’t meet their test benchmark. LDN office, applied Nov. Good luck 🤞🏻

Oh no, that's so annoying especially after completing the test as well. I have heard nothing at all so I am not holding out hope lol. Thank you and good luck with all your applications as well

 

[AspiringIPLawyer]

This might be a silly question but when a TC application form asks you to discuss your 'achievements, scholarships, positions of responsibility, insight schemes, open days and virtual work experience opportunities, extra-curricular activities', is it ok to talk about open days/work experience at other law firms? For this firm in particular, I have not attended any open days because (as far as I'm aware) they only host them for first year students. However, I have attended open days and experiences at other firms which specialise in a lot of the same practice areas as them.

Not sure whether this is what they are asking?

TIA xx

 

[O]

I’m 100% sure BM do not recruit on a rolling basis for TCs. Although it states that on the application, they do not get back to candidates until after the deadline has passed. This is confirmed by GR.

Hi, I am not 100% sure either. I am basing it on my previous experience with the firm. In 2020, I applied for their direct TC and got a WG invite before the deadline. I got my VI and AC invite well after the deadline though.

 

[AspiringTrainee]

This might be a silly question but when a TC application form asks you to discuss your 'achievements, scholarships, positions of responsibility, insight schemes, open days and virtual work experience opportunities, extra-curricular activities', is it ok to talk about open days/work experience at other law firms? For this firm in particular, I have not attended any open days because (as far as I'm aware) they only host them for first year students. However, I have attended open days and experiences at other firms which specialise in a lot of the same practice areas as them.

Not sure whether this is what they are asking?

TIA xx

They’re looking to get to know you more. If they ask then do put your open days with other firms as this demonstrates a commitment to the law etc.

i have put firm open days on sections like this and passed app stages. However, I usually talk more about myself for achievements etc more than focusing on open days.

 

[mckamp]

Ashurst PFO😪

Same, got 80 and 89 in their tests as well so I was quite hopeful.

 

[MH]

Anyone got an invite to the BCLP Open Day but not heard back after their test for vac scheme?

 

[AlRJ]

BCLP vacation scheme offer!! I actually cannot believe it!

Congrats!!

 

[deckoking123]

Akin Gump AC invite - would really appreciate any tips

 

[Jessica Booker]

This might be a silly question but when a TC application form asks you to discuss your 'achievements, scholarships, positions of responsibility, insight schemes, open days and virtual work experience opportunities, extra-curricular activities', is it ok to talk about open days/work experience at other law firms? For this firm in particular, I have not attended any open days because (as far as I'm aware) they only host them for first year students. However, I have attended open days and experiences at other firms which specialise in a lot of the same practice areas as them.

Not sure whether this is what they are asking?

TIA xx

Yes, perfectly acceptable to cover those done with other firms.

 

[lawful_neutral216]

Just did my CC AC and I think it was a train wreck. I think I came off as super nervous and it resulted in a lot of rambling on my part. Oh god 😭

 

[futuretraineecity]

Does anybody have any advice for the fact finding exercise for the Mayer Brown AC please? I can’t figure out if there’s a way to prep for this?

 

[GXA123]

is TLT rolling for TCs?

 

[Lawstudent1997]

Same, got 80 and 89 in their tests as well so I was quite hopeful.

That’s better than me anyway! Thought my app content was good so who even knows what they want tbh😂

 

[A.Diane01]

Quick question:

If firms select their questions from a list or they know the scope of questions they can ask during interview, do you think that they would throw law-based question at a non-law student? I think if I was asked to describe the merger & acquisition process (for example) I would simply, ✨die✨.

I know brushing up on some very basic legal jargon and commercial awareness is a smart thing to do, however in terms of asking specifics - would they do this or would they appreciate that the workings of the legal world (to a non-law student) are somewhat, a mystery?

@Jessica Booker any insights here would be much appreciated!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Quick question:

If firms select their questions from a list or they know the scope of questions they can ask during interview, do you think that they would throw law-based question at a non-law student? I think if I was asked to describe the merger & acquisition process (for example) I would simply, ✨die✨.

I know brushing up on some very basic legal jargon and commercial awareness is a smart thing to do, however in terms of asking specifics - would they do this or would they appreciate that the workings of the legal world (to a non-law student) are somewhat, a mystery?

@Jessica Booker any insights here would be much appreciated!

I'd be surprised if you were asked the legal technicalities. I suspect it will be more "common sense" analysis needed - e.g what does a lawyer have to consider when their client is going through a merger (remember that mergers and acquisitions are two different processes and therefore will have slightly different considerations).

I would expect this to be the same for a law student though. It is much more the commercial implications/considerations rather than the technical mechanisms you will need to be able to discuss.

 

[Parsorandini]

Akin Gump AC invite - would really appreciate any tips

Massive congratulations! I'm really sorry to be that guy, but when did you complete the WG please?

 

[Asil Ahmad]

Does anyone know if Baker McKenzie send you your WG results. I emailed them last week Friday about my score but did not get an email back.

 

[LEL]

Anyone know the dates for Morgan Lewis' vac scheme?

 

[h1]

First time using the Vantage platform - can I just exit an application midway and it'll still be there under applications? As I can't find a way to save and exit, only save and then submit