TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[billyonthespeeddial]

still no news from Dechert or HL...

 

[lawyersum]

still no news from Dechert or HL...

tbh you might still be in the running for HL considering many people got PFOs today!

 

[Tcvspfo]

Hiya @B2025

I'm sorry about the rejections, but remember, the cycle isn’t over yet. Many firms keep reviewing applications into January and beyond, so there’s still time. Also, reaching the VI stage for several firms is no easy feat. It's a testament to your hard work that you're reaching this stage. I think with a bit of practice, you'll be able to better deal with this stage of the application.

More practically, I wanted to ask whether it was possible to reach out to the firms where you completed VIs to see if they can offer feedback? I know this isn't often possible in practice, but one of my friends was able to get feedback from Willkie and this enabled her to craft more convincing responses in future VIs.

If that's not possible, I'd encourage you to keep practising your VI responses by recording yourself with voice notes or tools like Photo Booth. I think it's especially useful to practise timing your answers with friends, family, or even your university careers service (the support I had at UCL was excellent). This can help you pinpoint areas to fine-tune, whether it’s your delivery, conciseness, or the quality of your answers. Best of luck with the rest of the applications and any upcoming VIs!

Thank you for this and agree with you. It is worth a shot reaching out as there is no harm.

 

[Tcvspfo]

PWC post VI pfo, Ashurst post app PFO, Links open PFO and Dechert post app PFO today.

 

[studenttolawyer]

Linklaters Open Day PFO. Really confused about the firm's application process.

 

[Deleted member 37508]

PWC post VI pfo, Ashurst post app PFO, Links open PFO and Dechert post app PFO today.

Linklaters Open Day PFO. Really confused about the firm's application process.

What open day was this?

 

[Tcvspfo]

What open day was this?

I don't know and does it even make a difference which open day it was.

 

[studenttolawyer]

What open day was this?

The one on the 13th November or on the 27th. You could apply for either and they would allocate based on availability.

 

[Deleted member 37508]

I don't know and does it even make a difference which open day it was.

Yes it does make a difference because not everyone has applied to the same open day obviously.

 

[Gday33]

What open day was this?

For linklaters probably the second one as 13th people heard back a while ago

 

[Deleted member 37508]

The one on the 13th November or on the 27th. You could apply for either and they would allocate based on availability.

Thanks for the reply. I didn't apply to either of these open days. Good luck with the rest of your applications.

 

[Tcvspfo]

Yes it does make a difference because not everyone has applied to the same open day obviously.

I just applied for the later 1 fyi and tbh don't think it makes a difference which one you applied for.

 

[sameers1603]

Kirkland Open Day

 

[Sad_Old_Grad]

If we were to receive an Open Day PFO, would that mean that we cannot apply for a direct TC in the same cycle?

 

[Gday33]

If we were to receive an Open Day PFO, would that mean that we cannot apply for a direct TC in the same cycle?

Don’t believe so unless they specifically state it - people aren’t accepted on Open Days for all sorts of reasons unrelated to skills and experience 👍🏻

 

[Martsssss]

I am slightly confused about the BDB Pitmans application window as their VS or TC are not live yet. Last year they mentioned their TC would be opened until July on their website and that just was not the case so I missed the opportunity to apply. Does anyone know when their applications open and close for this year? I have found so many different answers on their website...

 

[evianmineral]

bakers open day

 

[studentgrad]

Has anyone heard from Linklaters about their Black Heritage Open Day?

 

[m12]

Dechert AC invite.

congrats!!! how long did you have to wait after doing your test please

 

[Jessica Booker]

Some interesting news for those considering Herbert Smith Freehills. I feel old as I remember their first merger!

Herbert Smith Freehills in Merger Talks with Kramer Levin

Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer Levin Naftalis & Franke plan to merge to create one of the 20 largest law firms in the world with more than $2 billion in revenue, the firms said in a statement.

news.bloomberglaw.com