TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[The Boy]

I just received a request to complete an online assessment with Gibson Dunn. Is this automatic or the next stage of the application process?

 

[lawlol420]

Has Gibson Dunn changed their application process? I just got an invite for their online assessment and that wasn't the process last year. anyone know what the entire process is now?

 

[iklawapps]

Out of curiosityyyyy, does TCLA have any resources for SJTs? Like lessons or practices questions or anything? Thank you!!

 

[a1024]

@vera.mekhonoshina @ZNadeem Hi, how would you recommend structuring this answer? Is it a normal answer about extracurriculars or do we also need to link it to elements at Paul, Weiss where the skills learnt will be helpful?
How do your extra-curricular activities align with a career at Paul, Weiss? (250)

 

[James Wakefield]

Hey all, any idea what the Gibson Dunn test is? Is it Cappfinity?

 

[TCchaser]

Has Gibson Dunn changed their application process? I just got an invite for their online assessment and that wasn't the process last year. anyone know what the entire process is now?

- 650 word cover letter
- Online situational judgement and strength assessment - Cappfinity test with some elements of SJT and SPAG/Proofreading exercises. No WG
- 1st stage interview with Graduate Recruitment
- 2x 2nd stage interviews with partners and associates (competency based interview and a case study)

 

[TCchaser]

Hey all, any idea what the Gibson Dunn test is? Is it Cappfinity?

It's an online situational judgement and strength assessment - Cappfinity test with some elements of SJT and SPAG/Proofreading exercises. No WG

 

[johnnysins]

It's an online situational judgement and strength assessment - Cappfinity test with some elements of SJT and SPAG/Proofreading exercises. No WG

Sounds good, is it automatically sent out to all applicants?

 

[CharlesT47]

Does anyone know when we will hear back for Paul Weiss Open days? (Particularly the one next week)

 

[TC seeker]

@vera.mekhonoshina Hi Vera! Will law firms use AI detector to scan applications? The AI detector like grammarly always shows my application has AI rate

 

[SBD total 1000lbs (and an applicant)]

anyone heard back yet from macfarlanes?

 

[c.t.tc]

Has anyone managed to access Bird & Bird's application questions?

 

[Bottega_Veneta]

Any news from Jones Day today?

 

[Afuturetrainee]

Sounds good, is it automatically sent out to all applicants?

Yes

 

[noahsmiit01]

Hi guys, if I’ve just submitted my application for A&O WVS , do you know how many days I have to do their online assessments?

 

[Chelsea101]

Anyone applied to Reed Smith open day and heard back? Thanks

 

[lawyersum]

I swear every time I do a Cappfinity test i literally feel so drained for the rest of the day ugh

 

[berocca567]

hello, what is the difference between 'job description' and 'achievements' in the Linklaters app? Do we have to fill in the achievements section

Also, Is there no space on the Linklaters application to add a postgrad degree that isn't professional?

 

[lawyersum]

On another note, can someone else please have a look at the Squire Patton Boggs app question now and tell me if I'm not hallucinating....

 

[helenaskelton]

Hi! I got an HR call with Sidley and it turns out i can only do the mornings of 2 days (i work full time). I emailed them on Friday but haven’t heard back. I know it’s still early but am worried that they won’t be able to accommodate me if I’m only free two days in the space of 1 week. Is this silly?