So sorry to hear this! WG is an annoying test, but it can be mastered. Use AI to your advantage. I failed my first mock woefully, but used ChatGPT to explain what the test is actually asking and how to find the right answer.
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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At least they don't give you jump scare like A&O Shearman, sending confirmation/feedback email everyday
really curious to know how you guys are able to apply to so many firms
That's a lot mate!! Equal to what I did in a year when I was in my final year. You better taking them seriously before you regret in doing so.
I didn’t even know there were 75 law firms in the country.
How do you even manage to submit that many in such a short time frame? Think I have sent 8 to 9 applications so far and I am working on 3 currently to submit by the end of November. Bro is just built differently, I need to up my game! 🥲
This is crazy! Gotta respect it. That’s practically one per day.
How many have you progressed with so far?
There are probably more chances for someone in this chat to win a lottery tomorrow than for you to receive a TC, because applying to 75 firms is silly, as you wouldn't be able to know as much in detail about each of the firms, nvm about structuring and writing the motivation answers or cover letters properly along with WE linking it back to each of a firm which would require to change them every time. It is quality over quantity, always.
But good luck, I guess
I think personally for me its because I have 2 resits due to my health condition but I'm averaging 2.1 overall and I think ,most of the time It depends on luck like for example I was rejected last year from bclp as I applied late and this year I submitted the same application well before the deadline. Plus I also think it is a numbers game as I agree with you VI are not really my forte as I get super nervous and mess things so hopefully taking that into consideration.
WHAT 75 that's impressive that u managed to pull them off , I have given up after this cycle .Hopefully this cycle is your time to shine xx
She is the best Grad Recruiter I've ever had the chance to speak with, and I loved that she was straightforward and brutal. I wonder what firm she'll be joining next.
Everyone's wondering about how to apply for 75 firms, I'm more worried about a parallel reality where, if you get into atleast half of them, how do you even choose one, as most dates are clashing.
That decision fatique would take my soul away rather than not having any offer at all smh.
That decision fatique would take my soul away rather than not having any offer at all smh.
I KNOW RIGHt but I think for me it's about practise the more apps you write and progress through , you get to know about the firm and its culture in depth . Like I applied to around 20 plus and got thru 1 post app and didn't make it to an AC so it was horrifying and I have less than 0 hope.
I'd rather apply to 12 firms, putting in effort and understanding the firm properly, than send out 75 rushed applications that rely on luck. - 16 is the max and still only if you attend their open days and start applying from early September.
Did anyone get a second email from Mischon post chat interview asking them to do the feedback form?
They asked me to do it the day I did the interview about 10 days ago, then, today they sent an identical email again. Not sure if it is a glitch or what.
They asked me to do it the day I did the interview about 10 days ago, then, today they sent an identical email again. Not sure if it is a glitch or what.
Looking at this, it seems that you are good with cappfinity, general SJT and WG. You may benefit from doing less applications so you can do more research and tailor your answers. On average, 19 apps in 2 months means you spent less than 3 days (or more if you started applying in August). That's not enough time if you consider that you also have to prepare for online tests and take them, which means you might not be putting in your best applications. One tip I got is to link every paragraph to the firm and why it interest you, instead of introducing a topic in first paragraph and then linking it to the firm in another paragraph. Also, in the why you section or what skills do you have question, you should be as specific as you can. For instance, if you were in a society, state exactly what you did as opposed to 'I had great success leading the football team'. What did you actually do? Leading is generic. Did you organise weekly training sessions and encourage your team during losing streak? Imagine you are trying to visualise your words. it is easier to visualise someone doing a motivational speech than the generic phrase of leading a team. I hope you get what I mean and good luck with your future applications.
Well I think it depends. A lot of firms now place heavier emphasis on the tests (lots of firms have dropped application questions, and stuff like why commercial law, competency stories etc. can be reused anyway - firms look for very similar skills). You can then do focused, thorough research on the firm before AC.There are probably more chances for someone in this chat to win a lottery tomorrow than for you to receive a TC, because applying to 75 firms is silly, as you wouldn't be able to know as much in detail about each of the firms, nvm about structuring and writing the motivation answers or cover letters properly along with WE linking it back to each of a firm which would require to change them every time. It is quality over quantity, always.
But good luck, I guess
No strategy is perfect, and 75 is a lot, but I think given how much luck is often required in this process, you do boost your chances by submitting as many applications as you can.
Hi @Kirsty Wilkins, I have attended close to 10 virtual events that Gemma hosted. I recently started a new job and had a few things in my schedule so I haven't submitted my application yet. I want to submit by next week and I was wondering if it is a bit late to submit my application now?
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