TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

For Osborne Clarke's q: Please outline the reasons why you wish to pursue a career in commercial law at Osborne Clarke.

Did you only talk about OC or also why comm law

Unsure if it's correct as I've only just applied, but I've focused it on why OC, but linked all of my points to commercial law too. I think it's quite hard to talk about 'why OC' without linking to commercial law at all.

 

[Jessica Booker]

So if I'm referring to the experience being a time where I was innovative, but I haven't mentioned innovation within the 'greatest success' question, it should be ok? For reference, the experience was a year long, so I'm not just referring to a short event!

Yes, that is fine then as they are actually different examples (just within the same experience).

 

[lawstudent0303]

Still waiting.. Not sure if it’s a PFO

Same! Hopefully we hear back this week 🙂

 

[CorporateCrocodile]

An application form asks me 'Have you previously applied to firm X for any position?'. If I have previously applied for a VS and been unsuccessful, does this diminish my chances? I got through to the second stage but did not adequately prepare.
I know that I will take the process more seriously this time but do not want to be rejected based on my prior application process.
Please help.
@Jessica Booker

 

[hanz123]

When is it advised to apply for TC's as a second year law student?

 

[DimpledHopper]

just checked the online FAQs and apparently candidates are applied to apply maximum twice to the company

Hi, sorry for taking so long to reply! I don't know which FAQs you read but I found this on HL's application form (it's for direct TC but the substance of what it says applies to your VS applications). Basically you can't make a Winter and Summer VS application in the same cycle . But you can apply again next cycle. I hope this helps!

 

[Jessica Booker]

An application form asks me 'Have you previously applied to firm X for any position?'. If I have previously applied for a VS and been unsuccessful, does this diminish my chances? I got through to the second stage but did not adequately prepare.
I know that I will take the process more seriously this time but do not want to be rejected based on my prior application process.
Please help.
@Jessica Booker

Most of the time, a previous application will not have any implications on your latest one. There are some exceptions - for instance, some firms do restrict people from reapplying in certain timeframes or in certain instances.

Based on the above, I suspect many would ask me "why do they ask the question then?". Well it is important for checking people aren't making multiple applications to the same vacancy in the same cycle or if they do have any policies about reapplying, this allows them to easily check the new applicant complies with the policy.

In some cases, when a decision of whether to invite someone through to the next stage of the process is marginal, the answer to the question may make the recruiters wonder what has changed since the last application. Therefore, they may look for what activities you have done since the last application to see if this could see any personal or professional development that would mean it is worthwhile making a different decision than to outcome of the previous application.

 

[abcdefg123]

Any advice for Bristows' video interview? There doesn't seem to be anything regarding the types of questions on their email.

 

[yasmars]

Which law firms have simple applications and their deadlines are still open?

 

[Future Six Figure Fee Earner]

Most of the time, a previous application will not have any implications on your latest one. There are some exceptions - for instance, some firms do restrict people from reapplying in certain timeframes or in certain instances.

Based on the above, I suspect many would ask me "why do they ask the question then?". Well it is important for checking people aren't making multiple applications to the same vacancy in the same cycle or if they do have any policies about reapplying, this allows them to easily check the new applicant complies with the policy.

In some cases, when a decision of whether to invite someone through to the next stage of the process is marginal, the answer to the question may make the recruiters wonder what has changed since the last application. Therefore, they may look for what activities you have done since the last application to see if this could see any personal or professional development that would mean it is worthwhile making a different decision than to outcome of the previous application.

HSF you have to wait 2 years before reapplying if unsuccessful at interview

travers smith you can never apply again for a VS if unsuccessful at interview

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

Which law firms have simple applications and their deadlines are still open?

Mayer Brown!

 

[CorpLawyer00]

Mayer Brown!

how simple?

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

how simple?

The only question is "Please use this section to tell us about any academic or non academic achievements and interests not covered elsewhere in this application. (300 words)". You then have to sit an SJT/VR test, and they'll combine both to decide who to invite to the next stage.

 

[sxw517]

Where do people find law firm growth stats? ALM seems to have a lot but is unfortunately behind a pay wall

 

[CorpLawyer00]

Where do people find law firm growth stats? ALM seems to have a lot but is unfortunately behind a pay wall

I think most have growth figures on annual reports/ finance reportings filed on companies house

 

[sxw517]

I think most have growth figures on annual reports/ finance reportings filed on companies house

Did think of companies house, thanks mate!

 

[Deleted member 24543]

Which law firms have simple applications and their deadlines are still open?

Ropes & Gray is pretty simple I think! Deadline is open till 31st Jan!

 

[Deleted member 24543]

Hey guys, for one of the firm's interviews one of my friend's was asked "How can start-ups have no revenue but still have high net value"? Anyone knows a good answer to this, my finance and EBITDA knowledge is fairly limited... I barely know about venture capitals too :')

 

[lawyering]

They say it takes around 30 mins. It's just a verbal reasoning test

hey, do you know if it is timed?

 

[futuretrainee202X]

Hey guys, for one of the firm's interviews one of my friend's was asked "How can start-ups have no revenue but still have high net value"? Anyone knows a good answer to this, my finance and EBITDA knowledge is fairly limited... I barely know about venture capitals too :')

This is just a guess but it might be because the company have capital from investors which it could use to buy assets like property, inventory and vehicles. These items are classed as equity on the balance sheet, which is why it looks like it has a high net value but it does not mean the company is necessarily turning over a profit from the business itself.