TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[ta_rm]

Thank you! This is immensely helpful.

No worries. I took their interview last yesterday although I was unsuccessful, they asked me questions like why Skadden, why distinguishes them from their competitors, sectors of the firm that interest you, impact on their clients etc. They will try to push you but remember they just want to understand your aspirations.

 

[Deleted member 30442]

I haven’t heard back after a Vac Scheme AC but I know people who interviewed a day or two after me who have, and have received offers. Should I be worried?

 

[Yesha.2]

No worries. I took their interview last yesterday although I was unsuccessful, they asked me questions like why Skadden, why distinguishes them from their competitors, sectors of the firm that interest you, impact on their clients etc. They will try to push you but remember they just want to understand your aspirations.

Thank you very much!!!

 

[hannahfl]

Is there a VI element to Baker's test?

 

[Pennine Valley]

Is there a VI element to Baker's test?

There was last year yes

 

[eleven14og]

Eversheds is out there handing out ACs and vacation schemes like party favours, and here I am, glued to my email, waiting for a peep from them.

Seriously Eversheds, this silent treatment is not very nice of you - I know I’m not good at video interviews but give me a chance

literally same i knew i messed up but at least send me a pfowhy leave me hanging

 

[JP28]

I was wondering if anyone knows roughly how many applications top law firms will recieve for a VS in London?

 

[S87]

I was wondering if anyone knows roughly how many applications top law firms will recieve for a VS in London?

3000

 

[RonRod13]

3000

per day lol

 

[S87]

per day lol

No, roughly in total

 

[jplaw1010]

No, roughly in total

3000 total, per day was a joke

 

[S87]

3000 total, per day was a joke

Lol, darling, it is Saturday and I only had one coffee! Have mercy

 

[S87]

Hello guys,

I am answering this question " Providing an exceptional client service is at the core of everything we do, please provide an example of a time you have delivered exceptional client service". Should I mention how my client service skills will help me succeed, as a trainee, at the firm? @axelbeugre and @Jessica Booker do you have any tips?

 

[pineappleonpizza1]

Any tips for a Latham AC?

 

[pineappleonpizza1]

Any advice for Ashurst’s written case please?

You’ve only got an hour so I would say just be conscious of timing. That was my main struggle.

 

[Carrington Lane]

Any tips for a Latham AC?

hi can i ask if this is for spring or summer and when did you receive your invite?

 

[lawtrainee]

Did anyone receive Latham AC invites this week for spring and didn’t go to either an open day or insight scheme (like or dislike)

 

[tanamontana]

Has anyone heard back from DLA Piper Dubai?

 

[axelbeugre]

I just completed the Reed Smith assessment and got the feedback report which was better than I anticipated (I was really nervous) BUT for the first two questions in the VI my laptop was glitching. I realized it was because my laptop was full so I unplugged my laptop but I am worried that when they watch the first two back, it won't be clear enough. Shall i email recruitment or leave it and just pray for the best? @Jessica Booker @axelbeugre

I personally would leave, I am sure they can see you and everything was fine. I would email them only if your laptop crashed during the assessment which does not seem to be the case. I am sure that everything is fine!

 

[unknownnn7372]

I'm a bit worried about W&C because it's meant to be rolling, and I haven't heard anything back from them. Anyone on the same boat?