TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[SonghaivAngel]

Willkie Final Partner Interview Invite!!!

 

[Chris Brown]

I'm inclined to agree with you however the application process has been quite opaque ( i was told in the open day that the interview would likely be online)so i wonder if the further assessment is after this stage or during the vac scheme.

but let just get through this stage first

Yeah I’m not sure to be honest but I think if we all focus on this first stage and pass it, I’m sure they will tell us all what to expect if there are any further assessments prior to the VS and during the VS (e.g., final partner exit interviews).​

 

[James Wakefield]

Willkie PFO post written exercise.

 

[Amakaa]

Willkie post Written exercise PFO🥰

 

[trainee4u]

I received a PFO from Irwin Mitchell saying I didn't complete the blended assessment within 7 days, so PFO. I'm not really sure whether this is accurate. I remember doing it in early December, badly. Maybe I did finish it maybe not. Their system shows "completed" but with a disclaimer saying that this is in fact always "completed" even if you only "started" it. Seems odd to send out a message like that 3 months later. PFO was totally expected based on performance, so I guess it doesn't matter.

 

[Mathlaw432]

Yeah I’m not sure to be honest but I think if we all focus on this first stage and pass it, I’m sure they will tell us all what to expect if there are any further assessments prior to the VS and during the VS (e.g., final partner exit interviews).​

Yeah hopefully this is the last stage lol, but who knows am getting sick of doing them. Good luck with the interview, im sure you'll smash it.

 

[Chris Brown]

There is actually no way WTF!!! I am literally so shocked and confused right now. 😮

Willkie partner interview invite!!!! I don’t know how this is happening. I lowkey could cry rn. 🥲​

 

[BBsharkk]

Willkie WE PFO.... this is an extremely tough one as I thought I did pretty well, especially after completed a TCLA mock WE.

Welp, this is pretty much the end of cycle for me.

 

[Chris Brown]

Willkie partner interview just now!!!!!!! Going to cry lol

Huge congrats! 🥳

 

[Chris Brown]

Willkie Final Partner Interview Invite!!!

Huge congrats! 🥳

 

[tea]

willkie interview! thought I completely messed up after I wrote close to 2000 words and thought it was 500 lmfao

 

[SamiyaJ]

There is literally no way wtf. I am literally shocked yet again! 😮

Willkie partner interview invite! I don’t know how this is happening. Low-key could cry. 🥲​

Cry away oh humble one!!! Congratulations 🫶🏾 you’re clearly doing something right so don’t underestimate yourself! Best of luck to you and everyone else who progressed 🤞🏽

 

[sapphireoreos]

Does anybody have any information on how GDL applications work in London? If I do not get a TC, I want to start the GDL in September. (currently 3rd year non-law), but I want to wait till I get my results back from my uni in July or atleast post exams. Is this too late? Do spots fill up for the popular uni choices like city?

If you're a domestic student you can literally enrol in August. If you're an international student, I would recommend applying earlier as you'll need to get a visa. I applied two weeks ago to programmes in London, and I'd do it sooner to get it out of the way with. The only things you need to do is 1) get a reference and 2) write the statement, which is pretty straightforward. If you have a 2:1 or above, you will almost certainly get in. I heard that they're more willing to give you money the earlier you apply, however

 

[jacksollaf]

ML TI PFO

Dw keep your head up, you'll get something better!! If you don't mind me asking, when did you do your interview?

 

[Lamb7075]

Anyone has any insights on Boodle Hatfield’s virtual interview? I can offer insights on OC virtual AC/ Macfarlanes AC/Cleary AC

 

[AlegalA]

Quick question guys- did anyone actually get a feedback report from DACB post test? I can't seem to find one in my email?

 

[BuddyingLawyer744]

If you're a domestic student you can literally enrol in August. If you're an international student, I would recommend applying earlier as you'll need to get a visa. I applied two weeks ago to programmes in London, and I'd do it sooner to get it out of the way with. The only things you need to do is 1) get a reference and 2) write the statement, which is pretty straightforward. If you have a 2:1 or above, you will almost certainly get in. I heard that they're more willing to give you money the earlier you apply, however

do spots not fill up though? especially in london

 

[Chris Brown]

willkie interview! thought I completely messed up after I wrote close to 2000 words and thought it was 500 lmfao

Huge congrats! 🥳

Ngl I think I wrote over 500 words as well but I can’t remember exactly how many. It might have been just over 500 or between 600-700 words. 🙂​

 

[simplyfaith]

There is actually no way wtf. I am literally so confused right now. 😮

Willkie partner interview invite! I don’t know how this is happening. Low-key could cry. 🥲​

Bro really is cooking this cycle damn

 

[Chris Brown]

Bro really is cooking this cycle damn

Thank you I appreciate it frfr lmao. 😂😂

To be honest I’ve had mostly PFO’s this cycle (around 9-10 in total I think). I’m in progress for Paul, Weiss and Willkie. Still waiting for Ropes & Gray and Travers Smith (they’re taking their sweet time smh). 🥲🥲

I think I’ve realised now though that perhaps my motivations are more aligned to US firms than MC/SC firms, so if I go through a 2nd cycle, I will probably focus solely on US firms. I’m still working on Paul Hastings SVS for this cycle. 🙂🙂​