TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[adrk1234]

Anything from bird and bird after VI?

I did mine on 30/11 and have nothing. Is it worth emailing grad rec?

 

[gazdgazd11]

Those who’ve received CMS ACs, when did you apply & complete your VI?

 

[unknownnn7372]

does anyone have any resources that are similar to the commercial law handbook,, any that i can find online and the digital version. im trying to brush up on my commercial awareness and just have an idea on the different practice areas.

 

[AfVio24]

I did mine on 30/11 and have nothing. Is it worth emailing grad rec?

I did my VI like early-mid November and nothing, may be worth an email but most AC's etc were given in early Jan last year

 

[s9111]

Those who’ve received CMS ACs, when did you apply & complete your VI?

Applied 14/10, invited to VI 19/11, received London AC invite 20/12

 

[lawstudent2]

Anyone have advice for this application question? Am not really sure what they want tbh
Q4 - Please describe a time where you showed courage in the face of adversity. What was the situation and how did you react? Max 500 words

 

[futuretrainee101ac]

Hi, does anyone know at what point its worth emailing BCLP regarding an application update, it has been 3 weeks since I received the feedback report.
@Ram Sabaratnam @Jessica Booker or anyone!! Thank you

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Eversheds VI! Has any1 done this and can offer some general advice please?

 

[patternteddybear]

HSF PFO. Not too sure if it is because I changed courses as I received an AC invite the previous time that I applied. Bit gutting but going to focus on my exams and most likely rejoin the application cycle next time where I will be eligible for all schemes (as I am a non-law student)

 

[Jessica Booker]

Do law firms get references from all previous employers when they intend to hire you, to the point that all absences are declared?

I have had a temporary part-time job for the last seven weeks and have just had to call in for the second time for illness (one day, both times on a Monday). It was my last shift. Will this impact my ability to get a job in a law firm? I’m stressed as I just wasn’t well and would have forced myself in but it starts at 4am and I’m just unwell and tired.

All employment references are sought for a certain period of time (usually between 5-10 years, with 7 being the most common).

I really don’t think this will be an issue though - your reference may not even cover absences of any type. Most references are a standard template where they confirm employment dates and job title only.

If you are concerned, you can ask your current employer to provide you with a copy of the reference they would provide for you to know what information they will be sharing.

 

[jacksollaf]

anyone has tips for eversheds VI? just received it now!

 

[Jessica Booker]

Hi, does anyone know at what point its worth emailing BCLP regarding an application update, it has been 3 weeks since I received the feedback report.
@Ram Sabaratnam @Jessica Booker or anyone!! Thank you

I think it’s still pretty early given they are still accepting applications, so I wouldn’t chase up just yet.

 

[jacksollaf]

HSF PFO. Not too sure if it is because I changed courses as I received an AC invite the previous time that I applied. Bit gutting but going to focus on my exams and most likely rejoin the application cycle next time where I will be eligible for all schemes (as I am a non-law student)

1) was that for summer? 2) did they say you met the benchmark? I passed the benchmark on November 12 but still haven't heard back, hoping it's positive :/

 

[patternteddybear]

1) was that for summer? 2) did they say you met the benchmark? I passed the benchmark on November 12 but still haven't heard back, hoping it's positive :/

Yes, I hit the benchmark and also averaged 84% in my first year of my degree. I also had extenuating circumstances so it’s an interesting one. But going to focus on my exams and then rejoin the application cycle next time I reckon

 

[suhana]

Eversheds VI! Has any1 done this and can offer some general advice please?

Congrats! When did you apply if you dont mind me asking?

 

[g.cl.2020344]

Congrats! When did you apply if you dont mind me asking?

thanks! I applied 18th Oct!

 

[user9809]

Has any done a VI for W&C before? Other than the standard Why Law and Why W&C, are there the usual competency questions or do they ask unique ones?

How long did it take to receive the VI invite?

 

[jacksollaf]

Yes, I hit the benchmark and also averaged 84% in my first year of my degree. I also had extenuating circumstances so it’s an interesting one. But going to focus on my exams and then rejoin the application cycle next time I reckon

Oh my! that's impressive ! head-up, you'll get something in due course dw!

 

[pax]

Yes, I hit the benchmark and also averaged 84% in my first year of my degree. I also had extenuating circumstances so it’s an interesting one. But going to focus on my exams and then rejoin the application cycle next time I reckon

Could I ask when you received the benchmark passed email?

 

[patternteddybear]

Oh my! that's impressive ! head-up, you'll get something in due course dw!

Thank you! Good luck to you too