TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

[Star Light]

During the open day it was mentioned that you should ideally select only one VS date so either Spring VS or Summer VS. This is only because there is no benefit in selecting both: it isn’t going to increase the chances of success. 🫡

However, if you genuinely don’t mind doing either VS, then there is no harm in ticking both boxes. I ended up ticking both boxes because I couldn’t decide between the two. 🤣💀

Best of luck in your application to Paul, Weiss! 🙂

Thank you so much for your swift replies! I really appreciate it

Best of luck to you too!!!

 

[cjwx]

Please use this space to explain your interest in pursuing a legal career at a city law firm

Is this question asking for an answer to 'why commercial law?' or specifically aimed toward 'why a city law firm'?

What firm is this from?

 

[aspiring solicitor 015]

Any insights into Kirkland AC?

 

[3000to1shoteverytime]

How does it work being a Scottish law student applying for any english law firm VSs? Is it feasible or would you be majorly disadvantaged?

Why would it? After all non law students apply and get TCs

 

[Hamaaida Khan]

Has anyone heard back from Weil post VI?

 

[paralegaltotrainee]

For the 'Work History' section of the Paul Weiss application, does anyone know if we can respond in bullet-point format (like on a CV), or do they expect full written descriptions? In general, what do law firms usually prefer? Is there a way to know the preferences of each firm?

 

[Shandy101]

For the 'Work History' section of the Paul Weiss application, does anyone know if we can respond in bullet-point format (like on a CV), or do they expect full written descriptions? In general, what do law firms usually prefer? Is there a way to know the preferences of each firm?

Doesn't matter. As long as it's clear what you did and where. I prefer bullet points personally because I feel it gives people who are reading hundreds of applications a chance to skim easily. I've had huge success this cycle and mine are mixed in the same app- work in bullet point volunteer work in prose.

 

[👩🎓]

PMC AC! Any insights would be much much appreciated xxxxxxxxxx can offer insights on Covington/HSF/Jones Day/CC ACs and Forsters/Goodwin/Mishcon/Willkie/B&B, W&C and CC (last year) VIs

Hey, congratulations on getting an AC with PMC. Can I please ask when you applied and which office this was for? x

 

[helloj]

If I am still waiting to hear back for Linklaters and Latham Spring, shall I assume PFO?

 

[suhana]

how did the baker sjt go for people? i just got my score back and they are BAD so dont know if it passes the benchmark or not

 

[NCTC2025]

If I am still waiting to hear back for Linklaters and Latham Spring, shall I assume PFO?

Has anyone who wasn't fast tracked even heard back?

 

[pepsicola96]

how did the baker sjt go for people? i just got my score back and they are BAD so don't know if it passes the benchmark or not

mixed, 'excelled' in verbal reasoning, but i've yet to see anyone not get that so.

then I did well in two sections, and less well in two (got a 3/9 bars in one). so i'm unsure. if it's a cumulative thing, I might be okay, but I'm guessing they have a minimum for each section maybe? if that's the case i may be cooked.

little disappointed as I really like the firm, but it's not over until it's over, (or until next year when i will try again lol)

 

[pepsicola96]

Hi !

Would anyone who has experience with Fieldfisher's Diversity Access Scheme AC or the AC in general be willing to provide any insights on what to expect ?

Thanks in advance.

hey! can't be of any help i'm afraid, congrats on getting the AC! do you mind me asking when you completed the online strengths and heard back? also what office? Thanks x

 

[Bread]

Can anyone provide any insight into Cleary Gottlieb’s application process? I have found very conflicting information on their website

 

[CG_101]

Has anyone who wasn't fast tracked even heard back?

links could be considering you for Summer.

 

[lawbear123]

For the 'Work History' section of the Paul Weiss application, does anyone know if we can respond in bullet-point format (like on a CV), or do they expect full written descriptions? In general, what do law firms usually prefer? Is there a way to know the preferences of each firm?

During the open day, Paul said that he preferred a prose type format.

 

[CG_101]

For the 'Work History' section of the Paul Weiss application, does anyone know if we can respond in bullet-point format (like on a CV), or do they expect full written descriptions? In general, what do law firms usually prefer? Is there a way to know the preferences of each firm?

Depends on the firm. Some firms have told me bullet points and others have told me prose. But for example, I did prose for Skadden even though someone said they prefer prose and still got to WE, so I think if you're strong you're ok either way.

 

[Chris Brown]

Doesn't matter. As long as it's clear what you did and where. I prefer bullet points personally because I feel it gives people who are reading hundreds of applications a chance to skim easily. I've had huge success this cycle and mine are mixed in the same app- work in bullet point volunteer work in prose.

Yeah mine has been similar. I guess it depends on each kind of experience. 🙂

If for example you have attended a dozen open days, it might be better to amalgamate them into one entry, in which case it is appropriate to use bullet points. 🙂

Similarly, if you have completed a dozen Forage virtual internships then bullet points is better. It’s a lot easier for the person reading the application to just skim over this. 🫡

However, if for example you worked a part/full time job say at McDonald’s, it’s probably better to write in full prose by outlining 1) what you did and what your role was and 2) the transferable skills that you have gained.

For Paul, Weiss specifically, at the Dec open day it was mentioned full prose is preferable but it’s not an issue to use bullet points it just needs to be appropriate (see above). 🙂

 

[suhana]

mixed, 'excelled' in verbal reasoning, but i've yet to see anyone not get that so.

then I did well in two sections, and less well in two (got a 3/9 bars in one). so i'm unsure. if it's a cumulative thing, I might be okay, but I'm guessing they have a minimum for each section maybe? if that's the case i may be cooked.

little disappointed as I really like the firm, but it's not over until it's over, (or until next year when i will try again lol)

i got 3 in one, 4 in two and 6 in one so im pretty sure i am cooked. i did the first year scheme with the firm so im kinda sad

 

[Eye of the Sun]

Hey guys, hope you’re having a chill Sunday, despite PW deadline hahah.
Quick Q, when you connect with a firm’s people ok LinkedIn for the first time, how do u go about starting a convo that doesn’t seem weird/needy so they would be willing to give you insights or answer your questions?