TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[laurenn42]

If I am required to do a 10 minute presentation in an AC, how vital is it that I make up the full 10 minutes? e.g. if the presentation was 8 minutes upon delivery is this really bad?

 

[cjwx]

After completing the Withers test did anyone get a confirmation email? I have not got one.

 

[TC129129]

Anyone done the Squires/Fladgate VI and has any advice?

 

[Laylaaa]

Is anyone yet to hear back from Hogan Lovells SVS post WG? Just wondering if it’s time to assume PFO as people are starting to receive offers?

 

[Alessio1642]

Is anyone yet to hear back from Hogan Lovells SVS post WG? Just wondering if it’s time to assume PFO as people are starting to receive offers?

I haven’t heard anything yet but also haven’t seen or heard of anyone getting ACs. Good luck!

 

[138059825]

Hi, has anyone heard from either Debevoise or Withers? If I haven't heard anything by now, but haven't been rejected, what does that mean?

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Hi, has anyone heard from either Debevoise or Withers? If I haven't heard anything by now, but haven't been rejected, what does that mean?

I was rejected from Withers a few weeks ago, nothing from Debevoise though ...

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Does any1 know when we should expect to hear back from Goodwin post VI, I know they are gradually doing AC's but not sure when the last week of AC's are

 

[helloj]

For anyone doing the Goodwin interview I just did mine - it is about motivations and your commercial awareness and there is a case study discussion for around 15 minutes. Not going to say anymore as I don't want to ruin the process by stating what in particular was discussed but don't stress and be yourself and you'll be fine!

 

[Katy12345]

Does any1 know when we should expect to hear back from Goodwin post VI, I know they are gradually doing AC's but not sure when the last week of AC's are

Goodwin don’t do AC’s per say it’s an hour interview slot online for VS anyway

 

[vlawstudent]

would appreciate goodwin interview insights (can offer cooley, w&c, kirkland, cleary, AC/interviews)

Hi! I don't have any Goodwin insights to offer, but have my VS interview with Cooley in a couple days. Wondered if you can give any idea as to the structure and generally how you found it please?

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Goodwin don’t do AC’s per say it’s an hour interview slot online for VS anyway

ah my bad!

 

[Chris Brown]

Hi, has anyone heard from either Debevoise or Withers? If I haven't heard anything by now, but haven't been rejected, what does that mean?

I think Debevoise & Plimpton sent out all of their open day invites in one go last week. There were 90 places and 30 per open day. I saw people mention it on the forum. I imagine if you haven’t heard back yet it will most likely be a PFO. 😞​

 

[jfb]

Has anyone done the Stephenson Harwood's Future potential assessment and Online Video Interview and can offer any insights?

 

[Izzy1026]

Hey! This year the in-person seminars have been on two days of the week and the days of these two days differ for each class. The lectures are recorded, but the seminars are not.

Thank you! That’s really helpful info xx

 

[Izzy1026]

twice a week generally, so i think it s doable

Thank you for the info

 

[Legal Wizard]

Has anyone done the Stephenson Harwood's Future potential assessment and Online Video Interview and can offer any insights?

I did it last year and got the scheme. There’s nothing I could tell you to help you do better on it. You just have to attempt it and do your best. It was tough and you’ll need a calculator.

 

[lawyersum]

Guys for those of you who don’t know, I’ve heard from a friend that Travers Smith calls you if you’ve secured an interview. Just a heads up for those waiting.

 

[marisachr]

Anyone have an idea on how to approach this question? '' How do you expect to use generative AI tools to enhance your effectiveness as a solicitor in the future? If you have, you may also choose to include specific examples of how you have utilised generative AI to elevate part of your application to Shoosmiths, in this answer''. Don't want to overdo AI use as a trainee

 

[seashanty]

does anyone know what are the questions in the howden VI