TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[dollydaydream]

To those who got a W&C VI, when did you apply??

12th sept!

 

[A2025]

Yeah they are rolling, but I submitted my VS application to them today and it does clearly say that whilst they review on a rolling basis, they won’t make any decisions until after the deadline. So it’s surprising to see that this is evidently not the case

I think that is due to it being near the deadline and they have received lots of applications recently it is why that. I have had this experience with rolling firms in the past also.

 

[A2025]

12th sept!

11th Sep

 

[asplawyer100]

I think that is due to it being near the deadline and they have received lots of applications recently it is why that. I have had this experience with rolling firms in the past also.

Yeah that makes sense. Since they have already sent out VI invites is it then safe to assume that anyone who hasn’t got one is PFO? I thought I was safe submitting it today (6 days before the deadline) but I guess it was a waste of time

 

[lookingforaTC]

Failed HSF test after passing last year. That was the banker.

 

[NJS]

12th sept!

11th Sep

Ah maybe a few batches then I only applied last week

 

[Tintin06]

@Jessica Booker

For the Debevoise & Plimpton application, they ask: 'Please indicate if there are any preferred practice areas that interest you.' (250 words). Is there any chance you could clarify whether you think they're asking for a 200-250 word answer about my preferred practice areas and why and how I've shown this interest, or if they're just wanting me to write down three practice areas?

Thank you for your time!

Four words - international dispute resolution group.

 

[Tintin06]

Failed HSF test after passing last year. That was the banker.

Higher paying firms asking for less. HSF is just one law firm. I've been rejected about three times.

 

[smokedsalmoncanape]

I’m so sorry to hear this - how soon did you ge this email after completing the test though out of curiosity? Thank you

I completed the test on Friday evening and got the boot on Monday morning.

 

[Tintin06]

A&O Shearman is now a rejection.

 

[gazdgazd11]

Anyone heard from A&O for the winter vac scheme?

Rejection just now

 

[Shriya]

Anyone heard from A&O for the winter vac scheme?

Rejected - but I really had no idea what to say with the video questions so I am not suprised 🥲

 

[ashwright]

Rejection just now

Rejected - but I really had no idea what to say with the video questions so I am not suprised 🥲

I’m sorry guys - better things are on the way. If it’s alright, could I ask when you sent in your apps? Thank you

 

[cleojwilliams]

I’m sorry guys - better things are on the way. If it’s alright, could I ask when you sent in your apps? Thank you

This for the winter vac scheme

 

[Tintin06]

Rejection: why I do 30 apps. Statistically, one of them should work.

 

[ashwright]

This for the winter vac scheme

That's what I thought - hence why I asked
Have you heard back?

 

[TrainingContract2024]

is there anyone who has still not heard back from A&O Shearman for Winter Vac? Thanks

 

[SoonToBeTrainee]

is there anyone who has still not heard back from A&O Shearman for Winter Vac? Thanks

I think everyone that has heard back applied beginning to late August. A&O are probably just doing batches of replies

 

[VMS]

Four words - international dispute resolution group.

Haha, yes, that's definitely on my list!

 

[fingersarecrossed]

You could ask, but the firm might not have the stats to hand or may not want to share them with you.

thank you so much!!!