TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

[cattlawapps324]

Ah where else did you apply? Funnily enough Mishcon was going to be my main firm for application season but the competition is too much so I backed out. Glad I did after I found out a Trainee is the child of one of the staff high up in the firm.

I applied for:
Bates Wells
MR
BDB
Linklaters - rejection
Need to finish off Womble Bond
Anthony Collins
Stephenson Harwood - Aspiring Solicitors
TLT
Irwin Mitchell

I really want Bates Wells cause of the Immigration and Charities seats but I majorly fucked up the App. I’m aiming for Mills and Reeve atm because it’s training is solid and I like the specialisation in Education.

which one is MR?

 

[Petallove1]

Hey guys, how should I approach the question of ‘where would you advise the firm to open its next office’? Given that many international firms have regional focused practices without having to set up offices in the region itself, how do i craft an answer that is convincing and relevant? Thoughts on South Africa etc.? @Jessica Booker do you have any advice?

Heyy, my usual approach to this q is to look at sectors or practice areas and what the firm is most known for, and pick a specific area that’s most suited to that. E.g if it’s well known for private client work you might go for a major private capital hub or if it’s known for innovation and tech then you might choose somewhere with a big start up scene etc etc. I do that to pick somewhere and then I’ll pick out some facts about the place and how this benefits the firm, maybe discuss culture (eg firm is massive on sustainability and this place is at forefront of sustainability initiatives), govt initiatives that would benefit the firm in that area, amongst other things. Hope that helps

 

[Cherikon]

I wonder what kind of qualities NRF look for in Arctic Shores participants 🤔

I think it's more about collaboration, being able to think in an organised way, making predictions based on previous patterns, and a good balance between risk-taking and risk aversion.

 

[icl]

I attended. What do you want to know?

I've sent you my notes

Hi! Just found this comment, would you mind sending the K&S open day notes over to me too as I'm in the midst of applying? Thanks so much!!!

 

[SaLM]

Ah where else did you apply? Funnily enough Mishcon was going to be my main firm for application season but the competition is too much so I backed out. Glad I did after I found out a Trainee is the child of one of the staff high up in the firm.

I applied for:
Bates Wells
MR
BDB
Linklaters - rejection
Need to finish off Womble Bond
Anthony Collins
Stephenson Harwood - Aspiring Solicitors
TLT
Irwin Mitchell

I really want Bates Wells cause of the Immigration and Charities seats but I majorly fucked up the App. I’m aiming for Mills and Reeve atm because it’s training is solid and I like the specialisation in Education.

My law apps were to BCLP (god save me), Travers, Fieldfisher, Clarion, Withers, Mishcon, & Farrers (Can you tell I like private client work lol) - despite how bad a rep BCLP has I've had a ton of great experiences with the firm and love working in CRE so sad I didn't get that 😭

My non-law apps were to PwC Audit, Savills & Knight Frank - I have ACs for all of these but dropped PwC on assessment centre day because their wage is less than I make now in a call centre which is CRIMINAL 😭😭😭

 

[midnightsky990422]

Helloooo does anyone know how long the questions and prep time are, and how many questions there are for the VI in the Gateley assessment?

Unlimited prep time and 2 mins to record. 4/5 questions I think (my brain was mush after finishing the test so that’s my best recollection)

 

[s9111]

Have Cleary Summer ACs already taken place? Should I assume a PFO?

 

[lawyerletsgo]

If Akin said theyd get back to me by the end of jan but I've still not heard bacl, should I assume PFO? Is it worth emailing to ask? cheers

 

[Jodie1]

I might be on the wrong forum; but if anyone can point me in the right direction would be fab. Secured a direct TC at CMS ; still doing the Insight Scheme in July. Would be great to get to know others in the same boat Jodie X

 

[77777law]

For those who had an AC with Bird & Bird do you know how long before the AC they sent you the preparation guide? It says on the email that they will send us one closer to the date of the AC but I haven’t received one yet. Thanks

 

[MrHubertLouis]

Does anyone know how long the prep/answer times are for Mishcon VI?

 

[ah898]

For those who had an AC with Bird & Bird do you know how long before the AC they sent you the preparation guide? It says on the email that they will send us one closer to the date of the AC but I haven’t received one yet. Thanks

I think I got sent it around 3-4 days before. It didn’t really tell you anything new though. Basically just said you can’t prepare for the written exercise and mentioned how you should really get to know the firms values and why u want to work there/be a trainee.

 

[AlCapone]

If you do a firm's Forage scheme - is there a chance that they will look at the tasks that you submitted if your application goes through to later stages. Or does iust just tick a box?

 

[Alwaysdreaming]

If 2 people from the same AC date as mine received an offer already, should I assume a rejection?

 

[77777law]

I think I got sent it around 3-4 days before. It didn’t really tell you anything new though. Basically just said you can’t prepare for the written exercise and mentioned how you should really get to know the firms values and why u want to work there/be a trainee.

Thank you !!

 

[77777law]

@Jessica Booker @axelbeugre- I am preparing for an interview and I'm wondering if 3min30 is too long for the 'Tell me about yourself' question? thanks!

 

[RonRod13]

@Jessica Booker @axelbeugre- I am preparing for an interview and I'm wondering if 3min30 is too long for the 'Tell me about yourself' question? thanks!

yeah 3 min 30 is extremely long, are you starting your response from birth? xD

 

[abhuzaifa]

Shoosmiths is a firm of individuals, with a culture that will actively allow you to grow your skills and challenge yourself. Focusing on one previous experience (in personal, work or study), what skills have you developed that will support your career as a solicitor? (300 words)

Guys, for this question, would you explain how the relevant skill would benefit your career as a solicitor with an example? Or, would you just use a STAR structure and explain what skill you have developed through your experience?

I’m asking this since the question doesn’t say “how” will ‘x’ skill support your career as a solicitor, so I’m not sure whether to explain that or not.

@Jessica Booker @axelbeugre

Thanks.

 

[3000to1shoteverytime]

First ever Arctic Shores done and instant feedback report. At least it doesn't tell you that you are a dimwit!

 

[77777law]

yeah 3 min 30 is extremely long, are you starting your response from birth? xD

🤣 okay thanks will cut down on the details 😅