TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Legalstalker]

Hi I wanted to ask if it is normal for Ropes & Gray vacation scheme application to not have a work experience section. I can only see 1 commercial question. It seems very hard to make a decision based solely on that?

 

[Andrei Radu]

I just did a SJT, and I got within the highest bracket for "applied verbal intellect" and in the lowest bracket for "numerical" should I assume a PFO?

I would definitely not simply assume that. The way SJTs are designed, most candidates will often have a lowest scoring bracket. Moreover, if you ask me, (i) applied verbal intellect is very relevant for the practice of trainees, as your basic tasks will always revolve around reasoning around texts; and (ii) numerical skills, though sometimes useful, are comparatively a very minor part of the job.

 

[BobThebIlly]

That HSF test might be the worst one I've ever done... very silly way to assess people

Do u have any last min tips to prep for it? I have no clue what to expect !

 

[JasmineM9]

Hello! Hope everyone is well! For the Latham application, do they review the application SJT and VI holistically or do they put more emphasis on a specific part for example VI or SJT? (Hope it makes sense haha)

 

[airyfairy123]

Hello! Hope everyone is well! For the Latham application, do they review the application SJT and VI holistically or do they put more emphasis on a specific part for example VI or SJT? (Hope it makes sense haha)

I think it’s everything in totality. No way of really knowing so I’d say just put 100% into every element!

 

[SamiyaJ]

For those that did the Latham SJT and VI, how much time do we get to prep for the VI and how much time to speak?

I think for the VI you get 3 mins to prep and 2 mins to answer

 

[FutureTraineeMaybe]

I think for the VI you get 3 mins to prep and 2 mins to answer

Thank you!

 

[hazanelson]

any advice on how to answer this latham question: 'Please give details of your extra-curricular activities, and any prizes, scholarships, positions of responsibility, or noteworthy achievements that will support your application. (300 words)'

 

[Rus]

Hello! Hope everyone is well! For the Latham application, do they review the application SJT and VI holistically or do they put more emphasis on a specific part for example VI or SJT? (Hope it makes sense haha)

Not sure if this helps but I remember in one of their career events they said they'll first consider whether you met the test benchmark, then they'd screen the application, and if it's good they'll look at the video interview and decide whether to progress you. They said it's more of a checklist than anything

 

[kokoprep]

Do people also know if the test has to be done by the application deadline

HEY DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW THIS WORKS??????

 

[kokoprep]

Going rouge and drafting for Latham. Does anyone know if the test is also due 2maro at 11:59pm?

Yes please telll

 

[kokoprep]

Not sure if this helps but I remember in one of their career events they said they'll first consider whether you met the test benchmark, then they'd screen the application, and if it's good they'll look at the video interview and decide whether to progress you. They said it's more of a checklist than anything

Hey do you know if the latham test has to be done before deadline or do you get few days after submitting app?

 

[AnAnonymousDuck]

does anyone know if Squire Patton Boggs is okay to abbreviate as SPB or if they prefer just saying Squire for short?

 

[Hana ♥]

Does anyone have any tips for the DLA VI?

 

[hfbjsdhfbhf]

I am applying for a Direct TC for a firm that I had an AC with last year. How do I leverage this in my application?

 

[helloj]

Does anyone have any insights or tips for the Weil VI?

 

[helloj]

What is the Ropes & Gray question looking for as there is only one question and I dont think there is an option for inputting work experience:

Describe three characteristics that you believe make an outstanding Ropes & Gray lawyer and how that lawyer would drive our business. 500 words

 

[Ricky]

Hello! Hope everyone is well! For the Latham application, do they review the application SJT and VI holistically or do they put more emphasis on a specific part for example VI or SJT? (Hope it makes sense haha)

You need to meet the minimum SJT benchmark for your app to get reviewed. The VI is then looked at after.

 

[Gday33]

I just did a SJT, and I got within the highest bracket for "applied verbal intellect" and in the lowest bracket for "numerical" should I assume a PFO?

I thought it was the unofficial rule that people choose law because they can’t do maths? 😂 I’m sure they wouldn’t discount you on that alone 👍🏻 good luck!

 

[sooae]

You need to meet the minimum SJT benchmark for your app to get reviewed. The VI is then looked at after.

Hello! Just want to confirm if the VI is integrated into the SJT? or is there a link separately sent after completion of SJT? Thank you.