TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Balaton123]

Baker McKenzie Spring VS test invite!!

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Baker McKenzie Spring VS test invite!!

congrats! When Did you apply?

 

[Tcvspfo]

Shakespeare PFO.
Don't really know how to feel about this one as they did not ask any question on the form...

Same lol so silly

Guys I feel you as my friend applied and got the test invite but another friend got rejected. I feel their application was stupid like you only submit your grades and your work experience and on that basis you get a PFO. I feel that is stupid like how can you reject a person based on their lack of work experience. I feel your pain so dw too much about it.

 

[James Wakefield]

Did anyone else get the spring VS email from Cooley?

I am Just about to apply! Have they just started reviewing applications?

 

[sooae]

Eversheds VI !
Prepping time is only 30 seconds and 2 minutes to answer, anyone have any tips on techniques to structure an answer in such a short time? It is strength and scenario based.

Congrats! Is this for London office?

 

[g.cl.2020344]

has any1 who has done the Withers test progressed to the next round?

 

[Balaton123]

congrats! When Did you apply?

Thank you! I applied around mid October if that helps.

 

[Tcvspfo]

Would love thoughts on this - A commercial issue for Weil app am thinking of talking about the rise of private credit. This is a commercial issue that affects asset management and PE firms for alternative forms of financing through private credit. My issue is will this still be relevant as interest rates and inflation have be lowered will private credit still be relevant. Any thoughts on this @Ram Sabaratnam @Amma Usman @Andrei Radu

 

[InterestInPublicLaw]

Shakespeare test invite any advice.

Shakespeare PFO.
Don't really know how to feel about this one as they did not ask any question on the form...

Same lol so silly

I don't really know how to improve it for next year if I reapply..

Guys I feel you as my friend applied and got the test invite but another friend got rejected. I feel their application was stupid like you only submit your grades and your work experience and on that basis you get a PFO. I feel that is stupid like how can you reject a person based on their lack of work experience. I feel your pain so dw too much about it.

Hey everyone, I am sorry that some of you got rejected I am one of the lucky ones to get invited, but I actually don't know how they screened candidates? I was surprised to be invited to the test because nowhere did I find there would be a test! I thought they would progress to AC straight according to their FAQ page

 

[unknownnn7372]

is baker mckenzie's test the watson glaser?

 

[KBanana]

Hi again @KBanana . Just following up on your last post. Trainee size, in my opinion, is a stronger point to talk about than DEI initiatives. Many firms will have similar DEI initiatives. However, you will be able to link intake size more adequately to your preferences and experiences. For example, if in a small cohort, you could say something about receiving higher responsibility early on. Though, this is also not specific enough. To elevate your answer, you could address the question of why that size specifically appeals? How do you know that size is for you? Can you give an example of how you thrived in a similar environment? This will ensure that you are specific on your true motivations. Further, you could also schedule quick coffee chats with future/current lawyers to gain more insight on how this small intake structure has enabled them to thrive in their roles. This could be referenced in an application as there’s no better way to know how something works like by speaking to those that have directly experienced it.

Thank you very much for all your insights @Amma Usman ! 😊 I really appreciate it.

 

[a1024]

@Amma Usman @Andrei Radu @Ram Sabaratnam Hi! This is one of the application questions from the Weil VS Application. Just wanted to know how would you recommend structuring this answer and also researching about their clients? Thank you so much!

Think of a current commercial issue that has recently attracted your attention. Why does it interest you, why do you consider it to be significant and how do you think this will impact Weil's clients? (200)

 

[lawyersum]

is baker mckenzie's test the watson glaser?

No, it’s SJT and verbal reasoning x

 

[Aspiringsolicitor01]

Does anyone know if there’s a phone number for CMS GR? If anyone knows one can you please DM me

 

[member3804]

does anyone know how long it takes for Mayer Brown to send test invites - want to get it over and done with asap😭

 

[The-PFO-Collector]

does anyone know how long it takes for Mayer Brown to send test invites - want to get it over and done with asap😭

A few hours

 

[pax]

PWC PFO

 

[pax]

Shakespeare test invite

 

[mariistm]

Congrats! Is this for London office?

No, I applied for Cambridge.

 

[g.cl.2020344]

PWC PFO

was this post AC?