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

[Veep9]

Embarrassed to say I looked at that and saw no issue with it until I remembered 24 hours was 1 day hahaha, I would like to think whoever wrote that had the same brain fart as me

Yeah to be fair, I only noticed the issue on read 3. 🙈

 

[lawyering]

Yes, but you applied at the end of September which is not that long ago. To be fair, there was someone else on here who also applied at the end of September and received a PFO about a week after. However since you haven’t received one, I would say no news is no news at this point 🙂

Just to add to this - I feel like many people on here are jumping to conclusions regarding PFOs. As @Jessica Booker has said before, it's not a PFO until it's a PFO!

I know it's been a bit inconsistent re rolling / non-rolling though. Asked grad rec about ACs last week when chasing up my SJT result and they said they'll be holding ACs for Winter throughout October and November!

 

[Veep9]

I believe it is 3 days, they only counted 12 hours (12*3 = 36)

You are correct. I emailed before coming here and they responded instantly. Quite impressed.

 

[SebKru10]

So there's still hope, let's see what happens then Thanks!

 

[S30]

Anyone heard back from HSF or DLA Piper yet? 😊

 

[M777]

confused by the clyde email- is it defo 3 days or 36 hours?

 

[GXA123]

confused by the clyde email- is it defo 3 days or 36 hours?

I believe it is 3 days, they only counted 12 hours (12*3 = 36)

 

[Rob93]

Curious for people's thoughts on Sidley - is it alright in the 'why Sidley' bit to lean heavily into their PE practice? It's something they highlight quite a bit but isn't one of their ranked practices so not quite their bread and butter (yet, at least); I'm wary of seeming disinterested or cavalier about their other areas (I'm not) but based on my prior experience PE is the area in which I can most credibly substantiate my interest. Only have about 125 words for that part of the application, so I'd have to sacrifice depth to cast a broader net.

 

[LEL]

Hi! does anyone know whether Latham's behavioural test is timed?

Hey, have you completed it? If so, would you mind saying if it's mainly SJT or critical or?

 

[GXA123]

Do you think it is better if I attach these documents for Gowling's app?
You can use this section to upload any documents that you feel are relevant to your application (e.g. references, transcripts, etc.). Please note this is not mandatory.

 

[ZaraB]

Do you think it is better if I attach these documents for Gowling's app?
You can use this section to upload any documents that you feel are relevant to your application (e.g. references, transcripts, etc.). Please note this is not mandatory.

I did not do this in 2020 and was put through to the next round.

 

[dangelataher]

Can I ask what people think firms opinions are on mitigating circumstances? I have two external circumstances which affected my first two years at uni (which did not count) but I am not sure I want to disclose them as I feel that firms will see them as an excuse/me seeking pity/sympathy. Among friends, they say it comes across as being weak.

 

[Jessica Booker]

confused by the clyde email- is it defo 3 days or 36 hours?

It’s highly unlikely to be driven by hour. These systems turn off by calendar day not by the hour.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Can I ask what people think firms opinions are on mitigating circumstances? I have two external circumstances which affected my first two years at uni (which did not count) but I am not sure I want to disclose them as I feel that firms will see them as an excuse/me seeking pity/sympathy. Among friends, they say it comes across as being weak.

It ultimately depends on:

1) the firm you are applying to
2) the extenuating circumstances
3) how you have developed/moved on from them

 

[dangelataher]

It ultimately depends on:

1) the firm you are applying to
2) the extenuating circumstances
3) how you have developed/moved on from them

Would you mind if I privately messaged you to get your opinion on the circumstances themselves?

 

[Jessica Booker]

Would you mind if I privately messaged you to get your opinion on the circumstances themselves?

Of course, not a problem at all

 

[corplaw0702]

Has anybody heard back from Travers or Stephenson Harwood?

 

[tc.la.vs]

Has anybody heard back from Travers or Stephenson Harwood?

Nope not me

 

[Kareena]

Simmons & Simmons AC invite - tests and VI completed on 28/09

do you have any tips on their test? I am dreading it after attempting it last year

 

[kitty_kat]

Hey, have you completed it? If so, would you mind saying if it's mainly SJT or critical or?

I haven't taken the test but i plan to do so this week! if anyone has taken Latham's test, it would be greatly appreciated if you let us know whether the test timed, has a video interview element in it, and whether it requires critical thinking )