TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[C_AJH]

is it safe to assume a Goodwin PFO if I didn't get a video interview?

 

[yasmars]

is it safe to assume a Goodwin PFO if I didn't get a video interview?

Not at all. They could be handing them out in batches.

 

[hawkins19]

Has anyone applied to Penningtons Manches Cooper and
1) found that the form submitted really abruptly
2) were not required to input any of their grades?

 

[Audric_T]

I've been struggling securing a paralegal position, despite applying to a lot of firms. Do you mind if I private messaged you for advice on these applications?

Sure mate no worries

 

[lolololol]

Congrats! is this for the London Summer VS?? If yes, when did you apply, and when did you complete the VI, if you don't mind me asking...

no it’s for manchester

 

[NCTC2025]

HSF PFO, AG VI and Reed Smith VI all in a day. Feel so conflicted rn

 

[jacksollaf]

HSF PFO, AG VI and Reed Smith VI all in a day. Feel so conflicted rn

Dw, you progress in some and lose in some; it's part of the process, but im sure you are going to get something! I got rejected from 15 firms so far this cycle; and received VIs, so it's alright! Not to sound insensitive, but was HSF for the summer (did you pass the benchmark), and for the AG, was that also summer (because I still haven't heard anything since the test, which was almost two months ago)?

Anyways, congrats on Reed Smith and AG! Got rejected from Reed Smith two weeks after applying!

 

[andrecsaa]

this is 2023!

Thanks!! Let’s see how it goes this cycle.

 

[NCTC2025]

Dw, you progress in some and lose in some; it's part of the process, but im sure you are going to get something! I got rejected from 15 firms so far this cycle; and received VIs, so it's alright! Not to sound insensitive, but was HSF for the summer (did you pass the benchmark), and for the AG, was that also summer (because I still haven't heard anything since the test, which was almost two months ago)?

Anyways, congrats on Reed Smith and AG! Got rejected from Reed Smith two weeks after applying!

Thanks! For HSF it was summer and yes I passed their benchmark a few weeks ago. For AG it was summer too.

 

[studentgrad]

Hey guys, does anyone know where I can find the post with the list of VI questions to practice with? I remember it being on a forum somewhere on this website a while ago?

 

[Ash4202]

For those who got the Goodwin VI I did the vac scheme last year. There was no VI element, this is the first year.

I am happy to answer any questions anyone has about the firm and wishing you all the best with the VI 🥳​

hi, I was wondering if you could give us any advice regarding the live zoom interview last year? was it more competency-based or motivational or a mix? I appreciate it’s been a while but any insight at all would be great. Lastly, did you enjoy your vac scheme?
Thank you so much!!

 

[lookingforaTC]

Can someone please let me know if Addleshaw Goddard test is traditional WG or different?

 

[Legalstalker]

hi, I was wondering if you could give us any advice regarding the live zoom interview last year? was it more competency-based or motivational or a mix? I appreciate it’s been a while but any insight at all would be great. Lastly, did you enjoy your vac scheme?
Thank you so much!!

Hey,

The interview was a mix, there were set questions but your answers decided the follow up questions. Which I think was good as I was able to connect with my interviewers and they learnt a lot about me. (I think it’s CV blind)?

It was my first vacation scheme so I think my experience would be very different to others especially as a non RG applicant. I was overwhelmed with the pressure of converting the entire time.

Ensure you understand how they’re different to their competitors. Do your research on Goodwin, it’s not just a life science focused firm it’s much more!!

Good luck 😃​

 

[Ricky]

Can someone please let me know if Addleshaw Goddard test is traditional WG or different?

It's not traditional and slightly easier (fewer options to choose from on some of the answers). Make sure to do the practice ones they give you access to.

 

[pepsicola96]

They should really let us reuse our work experience, it's becoming too much for me 😂 😂 EVERY SINGLE TIME I have to spend about 45 minutes completing my work experience section to add 19...

vantage let's me save my work experience? usually just application questions and diversity stuff i have to redo. vantage has my ❤️

 

[zoobla20]

Has anyone applied to Penningtons Manches Cooper and
1) found that the form submitted really abruptly
2) were not required to input any of their grades?

There's a follow up form that is sent by email (really easy to miss) where you put in your grades & work experience. It looks like an email that's a confirmation for submitting the application but really it's asking you to fill in an extra form.

 

[bibss]

Congrats! Was that for the summer or spring?

Thanks! I put spring as first preference

 

[bibss]

Congrats! When did you apply?

Thanks! Applied 26 December

 

[bangarangbass39]

HSF PFO, AG VI and Reed Smith VI all in a day. Feel so conflicted rn

This Addleshaw or akin gump?

 

[ekuwa]

I have an interview with Slaughter and May next week and trying to speedrun my current affairs knowledge and ability to debate / have a coherent viewpoint. Does anyone have any general advice for the interview? I'm also a History student so I'm also prepping for questions like 'Why not politics/academia/banking' and when I get asked what my favourite module is.

For what it's worth, I'm from an Oxbridge background but still quite nervous about the nature of the interview where they can pick up on any topic/theme you mention + ask random questions on it.

Also, is it safe to assume PFO from HSF and Latham & Watkins if I haven't heard back yet? I did go to the Latham Open Day but had to rush my VS application. Passed HSF test benchmark on 9th Dec.

Had an AC last year. I think they focus more on your ability to debate/have a coherent viewpoint. My article discussion was far less commercially rigorous and more theoretically academic. In fact, anytime I brought up a commercial issue, they seemed to brush that aside. Although I am a law graduate so expectations might be different.

Advice: might be good to 'think out loud' and articulate your line of reason for them to hear. My feedback said they could tell when I was thinking and that I sometimes took too long thinking which they didn't like. I'm inclined to believe they would have preferred to know what was going on in my head in those moments.

Good luck!