TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[jojo23]

This was the first thing I noticed as well, being mad rude and condescending for no reason.​

Are we talking superbowl kendrick level here?

 

[Chris Brown]

does SH on their application form ask whether we want to apply for the spring or summer scheme. Had a brief look at the form and don’t think they ask?

Yeah there is a section on the forum where you select which VS you want to be considered for.

I think it’s on the same section as the application questions. Can’t remember for sure though. 🥲​

 

[yasmars]

NRF AC! This is my first and only AC in this cycle, any tips highly highly welcomed, from literally anyone. Especially on the negotiation task.

So happy for you! Congrats!!

 

[jojo23]

does SH on their application form ask whether we want to apply for the spring or summer scheme. Had a brief look at the form and don’t think they ask?

They give 3 options and you could just tick all 3

 

[3000to1shoteverytime]

Glad to see it wasn’t just me!😂

I often help people here and by DM. I simply don't understand why it is any different to not disclosing specific questions whilst processes are undoing which is what is asked if us. I wasn't being combatative merely explaining there were reasons why this IS being asked by firms at interview and gave an example but without giving a fuller answer which isn't fair on people who have already had those interview.

Please feel free to expand more fully as can those others who disagree with my approach.

 

[Chris Brown]

They give 3 options and you could just tick all 3

Most likely since I’m too indecisive this is what I will end up doing. 🥲

I did this for White & Case, Ropes & Gray and Paul, Weiss. 🥲​

 

[jojo23]

Most likely since I’m too indecisive this is what I will end up doing lmao. 🤣

I did this for White & Case, Ropes & Gray and Paul, Weiss. 🥲​

I'm just like "Just give me one I don't care when"🤣🤣
Have you heard back from ropes yet? I haven't.. same with paul weiss

 

[trainee4u]

Has anyone yet heard from Milbank post AC's ?

the search by thread function works well:

Search results for query: milbank

www.thecorporatelawacademy.com

 

[User5678]

Most likely since I’m too indecisive this is what I will end up doing lmao. 🤣

I did this for White & Case, Ropes & Gray and Paul, Weiss. 🥲​

I would prefer to do spring but I am being a bit hopeful about the shoosmiths spring vac scheme (discover placement) (Going to be heartbroken if it’s a rejection post final stage😭) as the dates clash with SH spring scheme.

 

[3000to1shoteverytime]

This was the first thing I noticed as well, being mad rude and condescending for no reason.​

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I simply wouldn't expand more fully on my answer whilst processes are ongoing but gave another example than the one they suggested.

Calling someone mad rude and condescending because they explain why an interview question is a valid one is possibly the more rude response.

If you look at my past posting you will see I have been helpful and also have helped a number of people who DM. Fortunately now I will knkw there are some I should decline from helping.

 

[VacSchemer]

NRF AC! This is my first and only AC in this cycle, any tips highly highly welcomed, from literally anyone. Especially on the negotiation task.

Big big congratulations!! When did you manage to complete the VI btw

 

[Chris Brown]

I'm just like "Just give me one I don't care when"🤣🤣
Have you heard back from ropes yet? I haven't.. same with paul weiss

I haven’t heard back from either yet. I have seen people with PFO from Paul, Weiss so just anxiously waiting for mine. 🥲🥲

As for Ropes & Gray, based on last year's forum, they didn’t get back to people until a week before the first AC date. I doubt we will hear back until at least Wed 26th February tbh.​

 

[jta227]

Congratulations ! How long after the AC did they get back to you ?

Thanks

2 and a half weeks

 

[User5678]

I haven’t heard back from either yet. I have seen people with PFO from Paul, Weiss so just anxiously waiting for mine. 🥲🥲

As for Ropes & Gray, based on last year's forum, they didn’t get back to people until a week before the first AC date. I doubt we will hear back until at least Wed 27th January tbh.​

27th Feb you mean😂 waiting on ropes and gray too!!

 

[Chris Brown]

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I simply wouldn't expand more fully on my answer whilst processes are ongoing but gave another example than the one they suggested.

Calling someone mad rude and condescending because they explain why an interview question is a valid one is possibly the more rude response.

If you look at my past posting you will see I have been helpful and also have helped a number of people who DM. Fortunately now I will knkw there are some I should decline from helping.

er ... yes

Even I can see that it would and how as non law graduate

It wouldn't just be within employment law though would it? For example it may impact tendering processes as one example. Lawyers need to think more holistically and be able to spot issues they may need to refer to colleagues in other practice areas internally.

‘Er… yes, even I can see that it would…’

‘It wouldn’t just be within employment law though would it?’

Both of these comments came across as very rude and condescending. There is no need for it imo. 🤨​

 

[Chris Brown]

27th Feb you mean😂 waiting on ropes and gray too!!

Oops my bad, yeah I meant 26th of Feb lmao. 🤣

Some people even started hearing back around early March. 🥲

Same with Travers Smith unless they change it this year.​

 

[jojo23]

I haven’t heard back from either yet. I have seen people with PFO from Paul, Weiss so just anxiously waiting for mine. 🥲🥲

As for Ropes & Gray, based on last year's forum, they didn’t get back to people until a week before the first AC date. I doubt we will hear back until at least Wed 27th February tbh.​

Damn the waiting is painful 😒 just roast me or accept me, my emotional reaction will be the same at this point

 

[jojo23]

I would prefer to do spring but I am being a bit hopeful about the shoosmiths spring vac scheme (discover placement) (Going to be heartbroken if it’s a rejection post final stage😭) as the dates clash with SH spring scheme.

How'd you find their test?

 

[mariistm]

@Jessica Booker

Hi hope you’re well, is 4 weeks post AC with no outcome excessive?

Normally I don’t think about it and get on with other things but I’ve had another VS offer which would clash with this firms VS dates if I were to be successful.

I have called and emailed and the firm has ignored every form of communication. I had a deadline of acceptance for the other firm any they were unable to accommodate an extension as other applicants were waiting to hear back.

(They’re known to give rejections if you chase for an update)

The firm stated if we had another offer to make them aware but they’ve ghosted me. 👻😂​

Obviously I’m not Jessica and she may have a different opinion due to her years of experience, but from a candidate perspective, do you really want to hold onto a firm who doesn’t value your time by leaving you hanging for so long and ignores your correspondence?
I would see that as a firm who doesn’t really care about the talent it attracts which may speak some volumes about their company culture. After an AC they should tell you if they expect to take a long time due to the amount of applications, how busy they are, etc, but to go without any communication doesn’t sit right with me as a candidate.

 

[billyonthespeeddial]

NRF AC! This is my first and only AC in this cycle, any tips highly highly welcomed, from literally anyone. Especially on the negotiation task.

Congrats! Do you mind sharing when you had your video interview and when you've heard back?