TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Amgrad]

Hey does Milbank First stage have a written excercise?

Yes, there is but they don't have VI at all, both first and last stage, you can download their brochure for more detailed info https://www.milbank.com/a/web/xkLEq...00_bro_lnd_london-recruiting-brochure-v92.pdf

 

[silonthesofa]

How long did people wait for the mishcon test? still haven’t received it and applied over a week ago

I applied on the day after the application opened and only received it less than a week ago, so don't worry.

 

[WeGotThis!]

For those who have done the Online Assessment for Milbank, what kind of a test is it?

As the brochure says it's ' application and online assessments' for Stage 1 and Stage 2 is mentioned as critical thinking assessment. Any help will be appreciated

 

[TA04]

Is this post test or post app?

post test

 

[RSK]

For those who have done the Online Assessment for Milbank, what kind of a test is it?

As the brochure says it's ' application and online assessments' for Stage 1 and Stage 2 is mentioned as critical thinking assessment. Any help will be appreciated

hey it incldues a mini sjt, verbal reasoning (you have to read a passage and select the right answer), and two short written exercises (around 200 words each). Good luck!

 

[TA04]

If you did the simulate after 12th October, I'd assume not. Typically they will finalise it on 2 batches.

If you applied and did the first + second test between August to 9/10 you've must gotten AC or PFO.

The second batch (10/10 to 5th December) is likely to be announced after the deadline, maybe the second or third week of December.

I did the test late september - and haven't heard anything yet. On Vantage it just says the application is submitted.

 

[llblawstudent]

Does anyone have any horror VI experiences that turned out to be successful? Please, I’m grasping at straws after that haha

 

[Amgrad]

I did the test late september - and haven't heard anything yet. On Vantage it just says the application is submitted.

Hmm maybe you're a few exception of them, was it the second test that you did late September?

 

[abc124]

Last year, I received my AC invite for HL WVS right around this time (two days from now, to be exact!), so I wouldn't worry yet. Everything moves very quickly for the winter scheme.

Oh wow that's reassuring, thanks for letting me know!

 

[TA04]

Hmm maybe you're a few exception of them, was it the second test that you did late September?

Yh - I might just contact them

 

[aspringlawyer25]

post test

I think you should be fine, no one has heard back post test.

 

[legal18]

Does anyone have any specific tips for Pinsent Masons online assessment?

Hey, hasn’t the deadline for this passed now?

 

[routetotrainingcontract]

Does anyone have any horror VI experiences that turned out to be successful? Please, I’m grasping at straws after that haha

Did simmons vi last year and absolutely messed up a question so badly i started cracking up mid way and ended the video. they surprisingly still invited me for an ac dont lose hope!

 

[Bbhu19]

Has jones day started sending AC already for spring scheme? Wondering if I should apply for spring or summer

 

[WeGotThis!]

hey it incldues a mini sjt, verbal reasoning (you have to read a passage and select the right answer), and two short written exercises (around 200 words each). Good luck!

Thank you! And is the written exercise or any part of the assessment timed?

 

[llblawstudent]

Did simmons vi last year and absolutely messed up a question so badly i started cracking up mid way and ended the video. they surprisingly still invited me for an ac dont lose hope!

Ahh thanks that’s so good to hear. For one of the questions (not motivational) I think I just gave such a nothing response and didn’t go into nearly enough depth but just said the basic shit and yeah

 

[yk1906]

Did FF stage 2 and Milbank stage 1 today... What a day How long did it take Milbank to invite you to stage 2 assessment?

 

[yk1906]

Thank you! And is the written exercise or any part of the assessment timed?

its all timed. But don't worry, there's nothing crazy

 

[WeGotThis!]

its all timed. But don't worry, there's nothing crazy

Thank you!

 

[routetotrainingcontract]

Is it worth applying to A&O with an overall 2.2 (russell group)? I have mitigating circumstances but I do not want to raise my expectations without understanding how the firm assesses applications. I have progressed with several US firms and a few UK firms (including Freshfields, possibly because I work there). This is my first time applying to A&O so I am unsure whether the firm takes a fully holistic approach and if my experience can offset weaker grades. Any advice will be much appreciated!