TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[KC OG]

Does anyone know how long it will take to hear back from Travers Smith post-interview?

 

[B A]

Does anyone know how long it will take to hear back from Travers Smith post-interview?

Hi, do you know when their last interview slot is by any chance?

 

[KC OG]

Hi, do you know when their last interview slot is by any chance?

No, I think they are still sending out invites though

 

[alice_28]

Simmons AC! Does anyone know how to book the slot though because in the email it says go to the 'interview scheduler' and I can't find that anywhere?

 

[Donuttime]

Simmons AC! Does anyone know how to book the slot though because in the email it says go to the 'interview scheduler' and I can't find that anywhere?

Congrats! What time did the email come through?

 

[alice_28]

Congrats! What time did the email come through?

Thank you, at 3.50 today

 

[Jessica Booker]

Is it acceptable to have a 2-page CV? I have quite a bit of experience and want to provide sufficient detail about these.

If a 1-page CV is required, how small can I go with my font size?

Should I bother including every single job and responsibility I've had or omit experiences such as bartending/waitressing? I took a few gap years so am worried that omitting stuff will mean gaps that aren't sufficiently explained.

(been posting quite a bit yesterday and today but really want to hone my next application after a slew of rejections)

Yes - 2-page CVs are very common in law in the UK - in fact I would say it is the norm.

Font size should really be 11, although they can go to 10 if you structure your CV well and ensure things are not too cramped together.

I'd personally recommend including bar work/waitressing in an application form or CV. It says a lot about who you are. If you have lots of different jobs, you could always combine them under one heading.

 

[lawlover]

Has anyone heard from Stephenson Harwood post-Watson glaser? And if so, how long did it take?

 

[S87]

Has anyone heard from Stephenson Harwood post-Watson glaser? And if so, how long did it take?

I have not but not hopeful about it. It was a trainwreck!

 

[S87]

Guys, how long did it take to get an update from Willkie?

 

[HopefulFutureTrainee123]

Has anyone ever had any success with Weil with below average grades? Trying to figure out whether it's worth applying.

 

[jnvkkbkjbkZXBJZX]

Has anyone ever had any success with Weil with below average grades? Trying to figure out whether it's worth applying.

Had a friend who got an AC with 62 average from a RG.

 

[laubedusixjuin]

Guys, how long did it take to get an update from Willkie?

Both after written application and VI they say they'll update within 15 working days. It was closer to 5 to hear back for me after written application

 

[hopefulfuturelawyer]

Oh wow, a future trainee there told me her interview was very commercial and PE-focussed. Perhaps they grill you more if you are a law student/graduate?

I’m a law student and just got offered a place today! I think it depends on how you lead the conversation and the partner tbh. Mine was very relaxed. Try and stay away from technical terms if you can.

 

[Asil Ahmad]

I'll send you a PM with some resources today.

Thank you very much for this

 

[time2work]

I wasn't able to go to Freshfields' application workshop yesterday, but did anybody go and could offer some pointers?

 

[Donuttime]

Anyone heard back from White & Case post VI?

 

[Rina]

I wasn't able to go to Freshfields' application workshop yesterday, but did anybody go and could offer some pointers?

It was pretty basic imo, no info you couldn't find online. Here are some notes:
- The application website asks for a CV but it's not actually reviewed, it's not part of the process
- A Level grades are not considered but must be entered regardless
- Personal statement structure should be Why Freshfields, Why commercial law? Why you? 850 words - highlight 2-3 things in your experiences and talk about why Freshfields can help you be the best lawyer you can be & what you can bring to the table at Freshfields
- Firm tries to review applications within 3 weeks of the application deadline (non-rolling)
- You have to meet the cut-off for the Watson Glaser to proceed to the next stage, there is a Free Watson Glaser on the website

 

[time2work]

It was pretty basic imo, no info you couldn't find online. Here are some notes:
- The application website asks for a CV but it's not actually reviewed, it's not part of the process
- A Level grades are not considered but must be entered regardless
- Personal statement structure should be Why Freshfields, Why commercial law? Why you? 850 words - highlight 2-3 things in your experiences and talk about why Freshfields can help you be the best lawyer you can be & what you can bring to the table at Freshfields
- Firm tries to review applications within 3 weeks of the application deadline (non-rolling)
- You have to meet the cut-off for the Watson Glaser to proceed to the next stage, there is a Free Watson Glaser on the website

super helpful! thanks so much for this. do you know if there is a WG for the workshops?

 

[Rina]

super helpful! thanks so much for this. do you know if there is a WG for the workshops?

I recently applied for the Graduate Workshop and there was no WG. Personal statement is also shorter, 400 words only!