TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Adithi]

Hi, I was wondering for those who applied to the Willkie open day, who got an email that the results of their application will only be given after the deadline, does that mean we are waitlisted, or is it that they will review all the applications after the deadline as I originally got the message that I will get the outcome within 15 days.

 

[j8]

Is anyone still waiting for a response post AC for direct TC from last cycle?

 

[plshireme]

has anyone heard anything back from Addleshaw Goddard yet?

 

[User5678]

Hi is anyone here with Flex Legal? I have some questions.

Hi, yes I’ve secured a job at flex legal (for university term time part- time role) 2 months ago and happy to answer questions if helpful.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi, I was wondering for those who applied to the Willkie open day, who got an email that the results of their application will only be given after the deadline, does that mean we are waitlisted, or is it that they will review all the applications after the deadline as I originally got the message that I will get the outcome within 15 days.

@WillkieGemma has mentioned in another post that they will be reviewing applications after the deadline, so I suspect this is just a holding email to update you so you know not to worry if you haven’t heard back within 15 days.

 

[Rad2912]

Forum slang for "please f*ck off" - basically another way of saying someone's application has been unsuccessful

Hi Jessica, please can you have a look at your pms. Thanks

 

[addy2004]

Has anyone bought the JobTestPrep Watson Glaser practice tests, or from a similar website? Would you recommend them? (I've done every free test on the internet lol)

 

[Bread]

Hello, I applied to the Taylor Wessing open day for October 21st and haven’t heard back, however I logged into the website and instead of saying “find out more” it said the event was full but I had the option to reserve a spot. Does this mean I was accepted?

 

[VMS]

Does anyone know if its particularly advantageous to apply for Gibson Dunn's Open Day before the Vac Scheme? Are they like Latham where it's very important to them? The Open Day isn't until December and their apps opened on 1st Sept on a rolling basis, so I don't want to disadvantage myself.

 

[Bread]

I personally found JobTestPrep to be pretty good, I managed to bring my score up to be in 90th percentile thanks to practicing with them. However, they advertise for more tests than are actually offered.

 

[tiredtree]

Is it advised to avoid discussing the same work experiences in the online application form and a Cover Letter? I'm applying to White & Case and they ask specifically about "Please give details of any interests and extra-curricular activities, including any positions of responsibility or achievements". Can I still mention 1-2 positions of responsibility in my 'Why you' section of the separate Cover Letter?

 

[BonanzaBih_]

Hello, I applied to the Taylor Wessing open day for October 21st and haven’t heard back, however I logged into the website and instead of saying “find out more” it said the event was full but I had the option to reserve a spot. Does this mean I was accepted?

im in the same position as you, it let me reserve a spot but idk if this means I was accepted or not

 

[WillkieGemma]

@WillkieGemma has mentioned in another post that they will be reviewing applications after the deadline, so I suspect this is just a holding email to update you so you know not to worry if you haven’t heard back within 15 days.

Hi @Adithi, please don't hesitate to contact me directly if you have any queries. It is a holding email - I will review all applications after the deadline.

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi Jessica, please can you have a look at your pms. Thanks

Apologies - I have been very busy of late and have a back log of PMs. I will try and get to these at the earliest opportunity, but cannot always respond immediately due to other commitments.

 

[HelpAStudentOut]

Does anyone know if Cleary are doing a winter VS this year?

 

[gazdgazd11]

do you think 1000 words for a cover letter is fine for Taylor Wessing?

 

[Unknowncabbage]

At DLA Piper, we believe great business can make a better world. We believe in being bold, driven, compassionate, and collaborative. We are keen to hear what inspired your application. Why are you interested in starting a legal career at DLA Piper?

Hi Guys, Is this question basically just asking 'why DLA Piper' or is it wanting us to answer why law & why DLA?

Many thanks!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Is it advised to avoid discussing the same work experiences in the online application form and a Cover Letter? I'm applying to White & Case and they ask specifically about "Please give details of any interests and extra-curricular activities, including any positions of responsibility or achievements". Can I still mention 1-2 positions of responsibility in my 'Why you' section of the separate Cover Letter?

You can reference the positions of responsibility but you will need to frame it differently - I wouldn’t repeat details included elsewhere, but you could use the experiences to claim skills or motivations instead of detailing responsibilities

 

[Jessica Booker]

At DLA Piper, we believe great business can make a better world. We believe in being bold, driven, compassionate, and collaborative. We are keen to hear what inspired your application. Why are you interested in starting a legal career at DLA Piper?

Hi Guys, Is this question basically just asking 'why DLA Piper' or is it wanting us to answer why law & why DLA?

Many thanks!

To me this is why commercial law and why DLA Piper.

 

[Unknowncabbage]

To me this is why commercial law and why DLA Piper.

Thank you!