TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[mariistm]

I have to do a presentation for a vac scheme interview. They said i can do it about absolutely anything, a hobby or personal experience for example, but to make sure I link it to the firm. I am thinking to present about sport and how the skills learned through sport will make me a successful trainee. Is this good enough for a presentation? Should i think about something more academic or commercial?

 

[VacSchemer]

Has anyone done the Eversheds AC and can offer me any nuggets of wisdom?
I am extremely anxious as this is the only AC I managed to get this entire cycle and the only firm I’ve gotten to an AC stage for. I really do want to do well but I keep imagining the worst scenarios.
Happy for anyone to share whatever insights they have on PM no matter how big or small because I would really appreciate anything right now.
I cannot prep because the nerves are really getting to me

 

[MilesKirkland]

Good morning all, in your expert opinion is it still ok to draft Freshfields? I see contradicting info on whether its non-rolling? I hope this week brings us good news

Yeah I think it's safe.

 

[Star Light]

For a partner interview taking place online, should you look at the camera when answering or looking at the partners on screen?

 

[SonghaivAngel]

It's really good practice to look directly at interviewers during a conversation, you don't want them to get the impression that you're not focused on them (as narcissistic as that may sound).

Always remember, 7 percent of meaningful communication is conveyed through spoken word, 38 percent through tone of voice, and 55 percent through body language!

 

[NJS]

Hi guys, to anyone asking for updates on Latham, my friend received an offer today for their Summer VS. So they've started to fill the spaces post AC!!

Havent even heard from spring post app in November... I wish these firms would just be quicker in rejecting lol

 

[jta227]

For a partner interview taking place online, should you look at the camera when answering or looking at the partners on screen?

Camera

 

[MilesKirkland]

For a partner interview taking place online, should you look at the camera when answering or looking at the partners on screen?

I'd always look at the camera.

 

[👩🎓]

I am applying for a smaller city firm which has a question focused on its client base - I cannot find information on the firm's clients as the Legal 500 and Chambers have limited information for this firm - does anyone have any advice on how I can approach this?

 

[Reem2024]

Hi @Amma Usman @Andrei Radu

When doing a written exercise where the instructions say not to use wider knowledge, i.e. only use what is given to you to inform the writing, how do you show commercial awareness?

They said they are testing our commercial awareness but I'm unsure on how to include it/ show it.

( + any tips on writing articles would be appreciated!!)

 

[AlegalA]

Congrats! Were u invited to interview?

yes

 

[mg42guy32]

Anyone have any idea of how to prep for Bristows VI?

Likewise it would be very helpful

 

[Chill_solicitor]

Has anyone who applied to freshfields summer vac scheme on the 8/9th received the WG?

I did last week

 

[murm]

Anyone had any update on Weil yet ahah

 

[Apple]

Im seeing multiple people with ACs at Links for summer scheme (not fast-tracked) Is it likely a PFO at this point?

 

[Mace2121]

I’m in the process of applying to Freshfields and I’m wondering if not attaching my CV will negatively affect my application. I’ve already completed the Vantage work experience section, but I’m not entirely happy with my CV at the moment and would prefer not to submit it.

Would anyone have insights on whether this could impact my application?

Thanks in advance!