TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[Law queries]

Did anyone else not receive an email from PMC? Assume PFO if they've already invited some people to interviews, but thought I would've received an email saying so if others have

I guess so. I haven’t heard from them either and so is the case with a lot of other people, so can’t really assume an invite or a pfo..idk I mean let’s hope for the best!

 

[adrian_nlh]

And indeed it is

Thank you for your recent application to our Trainee Solicitor Programme for 2027.

As I am sure you will appreciate, firms such as Penningtons Manches Cooper receive many more applications for our trainee lawyer programme than we have to offer. The calibre was extremely high again this year and although we read your application with interest, we regret that we are unable to offer you an interview for the role.

I also received that at 20:34 right before I go to bed. How lovely!

 

[RS Sanjanaa]

anyone heard post TI for white and case? they mentioned results might come today

 

[shays]

Anyone who can offer any tips for amberjack? Particularly for SH? I had an AC there last year so I'm hoping I know enough about the firm but then again last year there was no amberjack 🥲🥲

 

[Singh241]

Did anyone hear back from WFW post AC and has anyone heard from Paul Hastings?

Nothing from Paul Hastings yet.

 

[Mike Wazaoski]

6 Years, 30 Rejections, 3 ACs, 2 Vac Schemes… and a TC Offer at Mishcon de Reya 🎉

After six years of applications, 30 rejections, 3 assessment centres and 2 vacation schemes, I’m over the moon to say I’ve received my training contract offer from Mishcon de Reya.

This journey has been far from easy there were so many moments where I questioned whether it was worth continuing. But the TCLA community kept me going. The guidance, the resources, and the willingness of people here to share their time and insights made a huge difference.

If you’re reading this feeling disheartened, please know there is a chance for everyone. Your timeline might look different, your path might take turns you didn’t expect, but persistence really does pay off.

Thank you to everyone who’s answered my questions, reviewed my applications, and reminded me that setbacks are just part of the process. This community is proof that we rise by lifting each other.

To anyone still in the process: keep going. Your offer is coming. 💪✨

 

[trainee4u]

6 Years, 30 Rejections, 3 ACs, 2 Vac Schemes… and a TC Offer at Mishcon de Reya 🎉

After six years of applications, 30 rejections, 3 assessment centres and 2 vacation schemes, I’m over the moon to say I’ve received my training contract offer from Mishcon de Reya.

This journey has been far from easy there were so many moments where I questioned whether it was worth continuing. But the TCLA community kept me going. The guidance, the resources, and the willingness of people here to share their time and insights made a huge difference.

If you’re reading this feeling disheartened, please know there is a chance for everyone. Your timeline might look different, your path might take turns you didn’t expect, but persistence really does pay off.

Thank you to everyone who’s answered my questions, reviewed my applications, and reminded me that setbacks are just part of the process. This community is proof that we rise by lifting each other.

To anyone still in the process: keep going. Your offer is coming. 💪✨

Fantastic!
Did you do legal work in the meantime?

 

[trainee4u]

Anyone who can offer any tips for amberjack? Particularly for SH? I had an AC there last year so I'm hoping I know enough about the firm but then again last year there was no amberjack 🥲🥲

Might be wrong, but I would expect if you got an AC previously then you'd not be invited back again....

 

[Jaysen]

6 Years, 30 Rejections, 3 ACs, 2 Vac Schemes… and a TC Offer at Mishcon de Reya 🎉

After six years of applications, 30 rejections, 3 assessment centres and 2 vacation schemes, I’m over the moon to say I’ve received my training contract offer from Mishcon de Reya.

This journey has been far from easy there were so many moments where I questioned whether it was worth continuing. But the TCLA community kept me going. The guidance, the resources, and the willingness of people here to share their time and insights made a huge difference.

If you’re reading this feeling disheartened, please know there is a chance for everyone. Your timeline might look different, your path might take turns you didn’t expect, but persistence really does pay off.

Thank you to everyone who’s answered my questions, reviewed my applications, and reminded me that setbacks are just part of the process. This community is proof that we rise by lifting each other.

To anyone still in the process: keep going. Your offer is coming. 💪✨

This is amazing!!

 

[abbietc03]

Might be wrong, but I would expect if you got an AC previously then you'd not be invited back again....

I did their vac scheme in spring and didn’t get an offer post-VS, but they said I’d be welcome to apply for their direct TC next year so I don’t think that’s the case.

 

[shays]

I did their vac scheme in spring and didn’t get an offer post-VS, but they said I’d be welcome to apply for their direct TC next year so I don’t think that’s the case.

I did the AC last year and did not end up securing a TC and this year I applied again and passed the application stage again. When I was on the phone with them about my feedback for the AC they said I was very much welcome to reapply.

 

[shays]

I did the AC last year and did not end up securing a TC and this year I applied again and passed the application stage again. When I was on the phone with them about my feedback for the AC they said I was very much welcome to r

the difference is last year it was an interview with Early Careers rather than amberjack + VI questions so don't know what to expect at all, except maybe the questions are going to be very similar

 

[abbietc03]

I did the AC last year and did not end up securing a TC and this year I applied again and passed the application stage again. When I was on the phone with them about my feedback for the AC they said I was very much welcome to reapply.

I thought that was the case! Best of luck with your application

 

[InterestInPublicLaw]

Has anyone heard from RPC for direct TC? I know some got WG test invitation and some were rejected as the firm said they have filled all their places through vac scheme. However I have not heard anything from them.

Also Edwin Coe anyone?

 

[Deek14]

Has anyone heard from RPC for direct TC? I know some got WG test invitation and some were rejected as the firm said they have filled all their places through vac scheme. However I have not heard anything from them.

Also Edwin Coe anyone?

I got PFO from RPC but I am also still waiting for Edwin Coe.

 

[trainee4u]

I am currently waiting on:

Paul Hastings
Edwin Coe
Birketts
Walker Morris
Sinclair Gibson

 

[Mike Wazaoski]

Fantastic!
Did you do legal work in the meantime?

No, I am a career changer from Management Consulting 😊

 

[InterestInPublicLaw]

I am currently waiting on:

Paul Hastings
Edwin Coe
Birketts
Walker Morris
Sinclair Gibson

I got rejected by Birketts for the 2026 intake

 

[InterestInPublicLaw]

I got PFO from RPC but I am also still waiting for Edwin Coe.

Thank you!

 

[trainee4u]

I got rejected by Birketts for the 2026 intake

2025? or 2026?

I applied for Bristol 2026. I know they had direct 2025 and 2026 options, plus a general 2027.