TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

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I am applying for a smaller city firm which has a question focused on its client base - I cannot find information on the firm's clients as the Legal 500 and Chambers have limited information for this firm - does anyone have any advice on how I can approach this?

 

[AlegalA]

Congrats! Were u invited to interview?

yes

 

[mg42guy32]

Anyone have any idea of how to prep for Bristows VI?

Likewise it would be very helpful

 

[Chill_solicitor]

Has anyone who applied to freshfields summer vac scheme on the 8/9th received the WG?

I did last week

 

[murm]

Anyone had any update on Weil yet ahah

 

[Apple]

Im seeing multiple people with ACs at Links for summer scheme (not fast-tracked) Is it likely a PFO at this point?

 

[Mace2121]

I’m in the process of applying to Freshfields and I’m wondering if not attaching my CV will negatively affect my application. I’ve already completed the Vantage work experience section, but I’m not entirely happy with my CV at the moment and would prefer not to submit it.

Would anyone have insights on whether this could impact my application?

Thanks in advance!

 

[sapphireoreos]

Does anyone have any insights for Penningtons AC? like anything, even just the structure of the interviews/exercise

Thank you so much in advance🤞🏻

Hey, which scheme is this for? I applied on the deadline day for the summer VS so would love to know

 

[TrainingContract2024]

hi guys, for Freshfields' direct training contract application, would it be advisable to submit a CV even though it's optional?

 

[g.cl.2020344]

yes

Huge congrats!!! When did u hear back post test for interview invite?

 

[AlegalA]

Huge congrats!!! When did u hear back post test for interview invite?

Thank you so much! I did the test on 19/12 then received the invite on 08/01 and have the interview today!

 

[fairbourne]

Anyone done the S&C interview? Happy to exchange insights (Freshfields, Macfarlanes, Slaughters, White & Case, Jones Day)

 

[Amakaa]

Anyone done the S&C interview? Happy to exchange insights (Freshfields, Macfarlanes, Slaughters, White & Case, Jones Day)

Congratulations! May I ask when you received your invite, please? Do you also know if they review on a rolling basis?

 

[Jessica Booker]

I’m in the process of applying to Freshfields and I’m wondering if not attaching my CV will negatively affect my application. I’ve already completed the Vantage work experience section, but I’m not entirely happy with my CV at the moment and would prefer not to submit it.

Would anyone have insights on whether this could impact my application?

Thanks in advance!

No need to submit a CV - you won’t be at a disadvantage.

 

[Jessica Booker]

hi guys, for Freshfields' direct training contract application, would it be advisable to submit a CV even though it's optional?

You can if you have got one ready to go, but there is no need to. It’s highly unlikely to be read

 

[cwhite233]

I am applying for a smaller city firm which has a question focused on its client base - I cannot find information on the firm's clients as the Legal 500 and Chambers have limited information for this firm - does anyone have any advice on how I can approach this?

I recommend two things here:
1. Look at the firm's Linkedin page and go through its 'posts' on Linkedin - here, you might have some press releases relating to recent deals / matters the firm has worked on, which would usually include disclosing the client in question.
2. Look at the profiles (on the firm website and Linkedin) of certain key partners at the firm. Here, you might also find 'selected representations' or Linkedin posts related to the work that that particular partner has done (be careful here regarding the representations on the firm website though, as these can sometimes relate to work that the partner did at a previous firm!)

Hope that helps It is difficult when researching smaller firms as they aren't plastered all over the FT!

 

[👩🎓]

I recommend two things here:
1. Look at the firm's Linkedin page and go through its 'posts' on Linkedin - here, you might have some press releases relating to recent deals / matters the firm has worked on, which would usually include disclosing the client in question.
2. Look at the profiles (on the firm website and Linkedin) of certain key partners at the firm. Here, you might also find 'selected representations' or Linkedin posts related to the work that that particular partner has done (be careful here regarding the representations on the firm website though, as these can sometimes relate to work that the partner did at a previous firm!)

Hope that helps It is difficult when researching smaller firms as they aren't plastered all over the FT!

Thank you so much!

 

[rwm]

how long did it take you to hear back after you submitted your WGT?

Hi! It was a couple of days.

 

[Tattyasha]

Hi everyone! Hope everyone is coping ok and getting through this cycle as best you can 💖

Just wondering if anyone, past or present, progressed with Ropes and Gray and might be able to give any pointers on the application. It’s a real favourite of mine but my grades are poor (reasons for it but still…). My USP is work experience but that isn’t presentable. How do I write an answer compelling enough to get through to next stages with naff grades? I need to work extra hard in my answer to stand out positively so would really appreciate any insight or guidance at all.

Thank you so much in advance 🙏 unfortunately I’ve not progressed beyond app really so can’t share much by way of insights but I’ll happily offer moral support in abundance! X

 

[kokoprep]

hey when is the freshfields app deadline!