TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[atlas2425]

hey! i've applied to 10 firms (atm) and passed the app stage for all except 1 - i did get 3 rejections so far tho and still waiting for the rest, but i do understand how demoralising it can be especially as an international student. it literally feels like your future is entirely dependent on getting an acceptance along with time/visa constraints

That's great! Wishing you the best of luck 🙏 yes it's very stressful but have to keep pushing through, it just takes one acceptance.

 

[atlas2425]

don't worry too much. It's completely normal! Anyone who's received a TC can tell you they received loads of rejections before one said yes. you've got this!

Thank you, appreciate the kind words!!

 

[adrian_nlh]

I got the same email lol

Yeah, figures

 

[Broadwater]

oh unless they changed, I went to an online event this year and there was a mention of a VI

Oh then I'm sure that's correct. Thanks

 

[ChasingTCS]

out of curiosity have any international students gotten to the next stage here? i.e. past the initial written online application stage.

Same question. Does anyone know any international students who have gotten TCs + sponsorships. Is requiring sponsorship a turn off for law firms.

 

[Sunshinepink]

Is anyone else having trouble booking their covington AC slot? When I click choose slot it just makes me sign in again then takes me to that same webpage

When did you apply and get invited to do the WG?

 

[Sunshinepink]

Covington AC just received now - applied on deadline

Congratulations! When did you apply and get the assessment?

 

[Deleted member 27336]

Congratulations! When did you apply and get the assessment?

I applied on deadline and received the AC email at 9:03 pm last night

 

[aspiringsolicitor1234]

for Dechert, one of the qs is "Dechert is frequently retained to work on the most challenging matters, and prides itself on its ability to deliver premium legal services and sound business judgement to its clients. In your opinion, other than the above, what are the three key reasons why our clients instruct us? 300 words."

By "why our clients instruct us", do they just mean why the clients choose them?

 

[Deleted member 11671]

Same question. Does anyone know any international students who have gotten TCs + sponsorships. Is requiring sponsorship a turn off for law firms.

International student here. I was only asked if I needed sponsorship after I was offered the TC. It was not brought into the conversation prior to that. I think at larger firms, it's less of an issue.

 

[sqequeen]

Did anyone get any insight regarding how many questions are in the Bristows VI? And what type of questions?

 

[Legalstalker]

Goodwin interview🏆

 

[ADKM]

Same question. Does anyone know any international students who have gotten TCs + sponsorships. Is requiring sponsorship a turn off for law firms.

I know many international students who’ve secured TCs, some who studied here and some who completed their undergrad abroad. I even know a few people who applied from abroad and got an offer. Don’t really think sponsorship is too big of an issue for firms in London or even in cities like Bristol (Burges and OC) offer sponsorships for TCs too. Overall, I’ve found this process very flexible and accommodating. There’s always the option of direct TCs for those who can’t complete VS (heard some firms even allow virtual AC). It’s tough but not impossible.

 

[thenublawyer]

out of curiosity have any international students gotten to the next stage here? i.e. past the initial written online application stage.

This is my first application cycle and I definitely relate to this question. I think the biggest hurdle for international students is really the online application stage. Once you get progressed, especially to the final AC stage, I think it is much easier to get an offer because you have a better platform to showcase your skills (at least that's what my friends and I feel).

 

[law2022x]

hey! i've applied to 10 firms (atm) and passed the app stage for all except 1 - i did get 3 rejections so far tho and still waiting for the rest, but i do understand how demoralising it can be especially as an international student. it literally feels like your future is entirely dependent on getting an acceptance along with time/visa constraints

omg do you have tips? that’s such a high ratio, mine is like i apply for 10 pass 1 😭

 

[LehmanBrothersRiskManagementIntern]

Goodwin interview🏆

I applied soo long ago I forgot I even applied 😂

Congrats! Did you just receive the interview invite?

 

[Toomanypfo]

Just got AG Manchester VI invite - does anyone know the format like the prep time given!

 

[Legalstalker]

Congrats! Did you just receive the interview invite?

Nope I got it a few hours ago, I’m on holiday 5 hours behind the UK. So I just woke up 🤣

 

[Pennine Valley]

Why do firms always ask what adjustments you need for the application process in the application form but then never actually apply these unless you e-mail them directly?

 

[19.mfjones]

Just got AG Manchester VI invite - does anyone know the format like the prep time given!

This is so reassuring that they are still handing them out - I've been so conflicted about whether it's a pfo but I guess there's still a slither of hope! Congratulations!