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

[OB]

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

Lol it'll be 3 weeks tomorrow since mine and I've heard 0

 

[GXA123]

how long did it take them to respond after completing the online test?

a week

 

[Legal Chick]

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

 

[summer207]

Thank you Jessica! I was just a bit hesitant because they are rolling so could be plucking at straws since I’ll be applying so late

If it helps with your decision, my two ACs this week are with firms that were rolling and I applied on the deadline. You will never know unless you put in an application!

 

[aspiringsolicitor98]

Anyone still waiting to hear from Links for Summer VS?

 

[Trying4aJob]

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

 

[Asil Ahmad]

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 think it depends on the firm and take into account the increase in the applications. But some firms are really quick this cycle to review applications for example Weil.

 

[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!