TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[j.s.cox]

Does anyone know the exact dates of the Vinson & Elkins Vac Scheme?

There are several dates throughout summer. They don't take all the vac schemers at the same time.

 

[LJ]

@Jessica Booker What stage in the app process is it best to try and switch to a direct TC application? I have a couple of applications which may clash with another scheme that I have been offered. Is it best to get as far as possible and potentially pass AC or ask earlier and risk they say no/withdraw your application. I feel like firms would be more willing if you are further in the process because they would have got to know you more?

Also, how receptive are firms generally to these types of requests (I know it will vary firm to firm). Are they more or less likely to offer the option if you have other VS offers from other firms?

 

[Adrian_S]

Cleary PFO bummed because I spent so much time tweaking my cover letter but we move onwards!

Sorry to hear that - hope something else comes through for you. Could I be annoying and ask when you applied?

 

[Mkhfa]

got a big phat PFO from clyde and co after my dreadful VI #ilovevideointerviews

Hey, Sorry to hear that. Was this for the spring vac scheme?

 

[Jessica Booker]

@Jessica Booker What stage in the app process is it best to try and switch to a direct TC application? I have a couple of applications which may clash with another scheme that I have been offered. Is it best to get as far as possible and potentially pass AC or ask earlier and risk they say no/withdraw your application. I feel like firms would be more willing if you are further in the process because they would have got to know you more?

Also, how receptive are firms generally to these types of requests (I know it will vary firm to firm). Are they more or less likely to offer the option if you have other VS offers from other firms?

If you are definitely sure you wouldn’t accept the VS offer over one you already have, I would do this as early as possible. The firm will have policy on how to transfer you across and that won’t change based on where you are in the process, and the firm is likely to appreciate you not wasting their time with a recruitment process you are not going to be able to go forward for.

It really depends on the firm - some are really open, while others will just tell you to reapply for a direct TC.

 

[Nishath K]

Bristows PFO post-VI 😭

 

[CorpLawyer00]

Hey, Sorry to hear that. Was this for the spring vac scheme?

for summer

 

[LJ]

If you are definitely sure you wouldn’t accept the VS offer over one you already have, I would do this as early as possible. The firm will have policy on how to transfer you across and that won’t change based on where you are in the process, and the firm is likely to appreciate you not wasting their time with a recruitment process you are not going to be able to go forward for.

It really depends on the firm - some are really open, while others will just tell you to reapply for a direct TC.

Thank you so much @Jessica Booker - really appreciate it!

 

[Paul - Shearman & Sterling]

Two more "ghosting" specialists... Still waiting for WC to respond to my first year app from December 2021 😂😂

@lawstudent1 - I understand it can be frustrating waiting, but the deadline was only 2 weeks ago and we are still reviewing applications.

To be clear - we always contact applicants with an outcome (rather than ghost them as you say ).

Good luck.

 

[Arch1234]

Is anyone still not able to access the shoosmiths portal? I submitted a couple of weeks ago but wanted to look at my application again as I had a similar question on another app. Everytime I try to log in it just says username/password incorrect but it shouldn’t be! And then when I go to reset password it says it has sent an email but it hasn’t.

 

[bzfl]

Congratulations! I don’t have any tips (sorry!) but was wondering what office is the AC for? Thanks!

Hi, thank you! It is for the London office !

 

[bhbuygu]

Cms rejection post-VI

Really sorry to hear and I hope your other apps are successful! Can I be annoying and ask when you completed the VI?

 

[selfcarequeenzzz1]

Is a Taylor Vinters test automatic

 

[Sachin Chandra]

Which firms accept a lot of candidates, relatively, via direct TC apps? I know there is a list somewhere.

Thx

 

[gabynosaure]

Is anyone still not able to access the shoosmiths portal? I submitted a couple of weeks ago but wanted to look at my application again as I had a similar question on another app. Everytime I try to log in it just says username/password incorrect but it shouldn’t be! And then when I go to reset password it says it has sent an email but it hasn’t.

I just checked and I can access mine, maybe wait a few days and email IT ?

 

[gggg]

Did anyone do the Dechert Virtual Interview? Can you please tell me what the questions were and any tips?

 

[Charlie McCallum]

Hi Charlie

I have my Dechert VI next week; what were the questions and what can I do to prepare well for the written exercise?

The VI questions were just general motivations and understanding of Dechert; for the written exercise you can’t really prepare but It was only one task to do which was drafting an email to a client, my tip that I got would be to use informal language and italics/headings to make it more easier to read rather than answering like its a legal problem question.

 

[futureTS2025hopeful]

any idea when we might hear from Debevoise?

 

[legally.brown]

Still waiting on Jones Day! Interviewed last friday… Any tips on how to deal with the anxiety 😬

 

[lik0401]

anyone heard from Cooley? I got an email on Monday saying tests would be sent out by Thursday 2nd if successful … I haven’t heard anything yet!

I know someone said that last year they send them in the evening, but does seem to be cutting it fine haha.