TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[EM23]

I hope Pinsent Masons haven’t lost all our applications judging by this radio silence lol

 

[bluebell]

Summer vacation scheme

I still haven't heard back after WG should I email grad recruitment or do you think that means PFO?

 

[PlscanIhaveaTC]

Has anyone heard from Simmons? I applied in October and completed the test in early November but haven’t heard anything yet

 

[Seven]

I still haven't heard back after WG should I email grad recruitment or do you think that means PFO?

I imagine they're still sifting through them. Yesterday was the first time they got back to anyone at all, I would wait til the end of the week. Goodluck!

 

[bluebell]

I imagine they're still sifting through them. Yesterday was the first time they got back to anyone at all, I would wait til the end of the week. Goodluck!

Okay, amazing thank you so much!

 

[bella98]

I still haven't heard back after WG should I email grad recruitment or do you think that means PFO?

No, do not worry! Exactly what @Seven said - I applied in November so I guess that's why they got back to me first I'm sure they will send out other invites soon.

 

[AFZZ]

Yeah had it was a very fair VI compared to others I’ve had, 5 questions with unlimited time to prepare for each.

Done mine today, went quite well & relaxed!

 

[axelbeugre]

Which firms besides Ropes doesn’t allow LPC students to apply? Bit worried now

I personally do not know, as far as I am aware it is only Ropes but it might be worth doing some research on that. However, law firms will potentially require you to do the SQE 2 even though you have the LPC so there is something to remember. But I personally would not worry too much about this. Law firms will support you in everything you need once you get a training contract so do not be disheartened!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Which firms besides Ropes doesn’t allow LPC students to apply? Bit worried now

Think most firms will about LPC graduates/students to apply, but will state that you need to convert to the SQE by completing SQE2.

 

[axelbeugre]

I see, thank you so much! Oh my, some firms do not allow LPC holders to apply? Do you know which firms?

I think it is only Ropes & Gray!

 

[Lawyaa]

Linklaters AC invite

 

[axelbeugre]

I did the Milbank AC yesterday and the written exercise was handwritten (to my surprise, as the ones I have completed have all be typed). Now, I have abysmal handwriting and am worried that it might work against me when grad rec go through it. Due to the short notice of the AC, I was so preoccupied with prepping that I neglected to inform grad rec that I was entitled to a laptop during my A-level exams on account of my poor handwriting. Is it worth contacting grad rec explaining the issue? @Jessica Booker, your insight would be welcomed.

I think that it might be too late for that as you probably should have contacted them before the assessment. Making you do another assessment after the handwritten one might not be fair for the other candidates too so I personally would not email them about this. I am sure your handwriting is fine and they will be able to read the content of your answers so do not worry. I understand this is easier said than done but you already got the chance of interviewing with an amazing firm which means you are extremely intelligent and deserving to be there.

Good luck with the result!!

 

[thenublawyer]

In general is it an accepted practice to email grad rec about the status of your application, if you have not heard from them while others have received invites etc.?

 

[aspiringlawyer47]

BCLP is going downhill?

Yeah I’ve heard a lot of people say this online and offline too, for the last year

 

[axelbeugre]

In general is it an accepted practice to email grad rec about the status of your application, if you have not heard from them while others have received invites etc.?

It is, especially if you have a compelling reasons as to why you want to know the results soon. I would email only if you have issues with other offers received or visa issues if you are an international student.

 

[txl]

has anybody who received a AC from Taylor Wessing last week thursday who submitted the form received any email confirmation of when their AC will be?

 

[Kenomy]

Can I get some clarification. Is Shoosmiths strength based assessment the 2nd stage of the application or part of the 1st stage/consideration? as in are you shortlisted for it?

 

[dms21]

Has anyone heard from Simmons? I applied in October and completed the test in early November but haven’t heard anything yet

I applied in early November for the London office and received a PFO in December. I've seen some people receive AC invites here. If you haven't heard anything, means you're still in the running! good luck!!

 

[aspiringcatsolicitor]

Linklaters AC invite

Congrats! Is this for the summer VS and when do the ACs run?

 

[Bubbles]

Any news from Irwin Mitchell or CRS?