TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[Adrian_S]

Sullivan and Cleary both ask for high 2.1s - I only managed a 66 overall. I want to apply but feel like this may put me out of the running.

Would be keen to hear any insights or whether anyone’s been successful applying with a mid 2.1

 

[Jessica Booker]

Sullivan and Cleary both ask for high 2.1s - I only managed a 66 overall. I want to apply but feel like this may put me out of the running.

Would be keen to hear any insights or whether anyone’s been successful applying with a mid 2.1

In my opinion, that is a high 2.1 (that's just my opinion though) - although I would stress how they perceive a "high 2.1" probably comes down to individual module results rather than an average.

A 66% average with more high 2.1s and firsts but maybe a dodgy module that brings it down to a 66% will probably be looked at more favourably (strangely) than a 66% average where half the modules are 64s and the other half are 68s

 

[Adrian_S]

In my opinion, that is a high 2.1 (that's just my opinion though) - although I would stress how they perceive a "high 2.1" probably comes down to individual module results rather than an average.

A 66% average with more high 2.1s and firsts but maybe a dodgy module that brings it down to a 66% will probably be looked at more favourably (strangely) than a 66% average where half the modules are 64s and the other half are 68s

sigh im definitely in that latter category. i’ll try to speak with graduate recruitment and see what they say. thank you so much!

 

[ssolicitorz]

Sullivan and Cleary both ask for high 2.1s - I only managed a 66 overall. I want to apply but feel like this may put me out of the running.

Would be keen to hear any insights or whether anyone’s been successful applying with a mid 2.1

Yeah, was wondering about this too. I have a 64 average so that is definitely not a high 2.1 lol, but it is from a really strong university and I think I have good experience and extracurriculars that could elevate my application. Do you think it's worth applying if I am able to put forth a strong cover letter?

 

[DLLAW]

Also did anyone apply for the Clifford Chance Dubai Vacation Scheme (Winter) - deadline just passed? Would be curious to get a group going if we hear back for next stages.

Hi!
Yes I've applied but not heard back yet, have you?

 

[Crystal86]

Hi all, how difficult is DLA Piper's Watson Glaser - is it similar to Linklaters' WG?

 

[kokothemagicdragon]

Hi all, how difficult is DLA Piper's Watson Glaser - is it similar to Linklaters' WG?

I did both and I mean… I got 78% for linklaters and DLA didn’t tell me but they felt the same difficulty.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Wanted to ask if it is okay to apply for a paralegal role at a firm that you have applied to for a vacation scheme/will apply to for a vacation scheme?

Perhaps @Jessica Booker you have some thoughts on this?

Yes, that is fine.

Just be aware that if you secure the paralegal role you may need to withdraw your application for the vacation scheme.

 

[HarmonyN]

was wondering this too, does anyone know?

Just took it today. 30minutes 40 questions

 

[Donuttime]

Anyone heard about AC for Hogan Lovells WVS?

 

[BM99]

Anyone heard back from Slaughters Winter Workshop?

 

[Donuttime]

Anyone heard back from Slaughters Winter Workshop?

Have they started responding yet?

 

[Cryingtiger]

Anyone heard successfully or unsuccessfully from either HSF and Hogan Lovells, both winter schemes?

Getting frustrated now! 🤯🤯

 

[Cryingtiger]

Anyone heard back from Slaughters Winter Workshop?

I heard back last Thursday successfully

 

[Cryingtiger]

Anyone heard about AC for Hogan Lovells WVS?

Nope!

 

[Donuttime]

I heard back last Thursday successfully

Congratulations 🥳 when did you apply?

 

[Cryingtiger]

Congratulations 🥳 when did you apply?

When the app first opened

Good luck, I’m sure you’ll hear soon, with positive news!

 

[Abgaal]

Has anyone got rejected by Ashurst yet? And also is the AC virtual?

 

[daisy_yawn]

Anyone heard successfully or unsuccessfully from either HSF and Hogan Lovells, both winter schemes?

Getting frustrated now! 🤯🤯

Think someone said HL is getting back sometime this / next week! Not sure about HSF

 

[RB2022]

Hi all, how difficult is DLA Piper's Watson Glaser - is it similar to Linklaters' WG?

They did feel quite similar in terms of difficulty and the fact that neither of them is timed. I scored in the 84th percentile for Linklaters (Vacation Scheme); DLA Piper doesn't disclose WG results 😅