TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[KBanana]

Hi again @KBanana . Just following up on your last post. Trainee size, in my opinion, is a stronger point to talk about than DEI initiatives. Many firms will have similar DEI initiatives. However, you will be able to link intake size more adequately to your preferences and experiences. For example, if in a small cohort, you could say something about receiving higher responsibility early on. Though, this is also not specific enough. To elevate your answer, you could address the question of why that size specifically appeals? How do you know that size is for you? Can you give an example of how you thrived in a similar environment? This will ensure that you are specific on your true motivations. Further, you could also schedule quick coffee chats with future/current lawyers to gain more insight on how this small intake structure has enabled them to thrive in their roles. This could be referenced in an application as there’s no better way to know how something works like by speaking to those that have directly experienced it.

Thank you very much for all your insights @Amma Usman ! 😊 I really appreciate it.

 

[a1024]

@Amma Usman @Andrei Radu @Ram Sabaratnam Hi! This is one of the application questions from the Weil VS Application. Just wanted to know how would you recommend structuring this answer and also researching about their clients? Thank you so much!

Think of a current commercial issue that has recently attracted your attention. Why does it interest you, why do you consider it to be significant and how do you think this will impact Weil's clients? (200)

 

[lawyersum]

is baker mckenzie's test the watson glaser?

No, it’s SJT and verbal reasoning x

 

[Aspiringsolicitor01]

Does anyone know if there’s a phone number for CMS GR? If anyone knows one can you please DM me

 

[member3804]

does anyone know how long it takes for Mayer Brown to send test invites - want to get it over and done with asap😭

 

[The-PFO-Collector]

does anyone know how long it takes for Mayer Brown to send test invites - want to get it over and done with asap😭

A few hours

 

[pax]

PWC PFO

 

[pax]

Shakespeare test invite

 

[mariistm]

Congrats! Is this for London office?

No, I applied for Cambridge.

 

[g.cl.2020344]

PWC PFO

was this post AC?

 

[pax]

was this post AC?

Post VI. I heard some AC's were already being held, so I was expecting this PFO.

 

[babylawyer1942]

Does anyone have insight into Baker's test? Is it closer to an SJT or WG? Any tips on how to succeed?

 

[FutureTraineeMaybe]

Is there a numerical element to Mayer Brown's test?

 

[pax]

Has anybody heard back from HSF Summer VS after the "Benchmark achieved" email?

 

[hfbjsdhfbhf]

I am Just about to apply! Have they just started reviewing applications?

Yes I think so, they mentioned in the email that they're currently reviewing applications!

 

[Tclarocks123]

Does anyone have insight into Baker's test? Is it closer to an SJT or WG? Any tips on how to succeed?

SJT vibe. Just be yourself and you'll be fine.

 

[bjelostan]

any advice for Dechert Written Exercise?

 

[marisachr]

Shakespeare test invite 🤝

 

[bangarangbass39]

is baker mckenzie's test the watson glaser?

Amberjack...

 

[rashidmeher]

Has anyone heard back from Irwin Mitchell post online assessment and VI?