TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[summersun]

Hi I was wondering if anyone had any advice on the following question for HFW:
Please identify an issue currently in the mainstream media and explain how this is likely to impact the clients that HFW represents and the type of work that the firm undertakes. 350w

What type of issue should be considered? is it only something legal?
I have failed every application with that type of questions so woudl love any advice!

 

[TA04]

i got the same - what did you get on the first 2 amberjack grids?

furthest to the right - how about you?

 

[Marble_Moth]

Bird and Bird WG!!! Does anyone know if this automatic or after written app review?

Congrats!! When did you apply if you don't mind me asking? ... expecting a pfo lol

 

[pepsicola96]

Congrats!! When did you apply if you don't mind me asking? ... expecting a pfo lol

So was I, don't lose hope yet! I applied 9 days ago, I've seen loads of people hearing back after as little as one day or two weeks so I'm not sure what their process is, but if you've not been rejected then you're still in it I think.

 

[TheSlapDotCom]

has anyone received hogan lovells job simulation for summer recently?

yes literally 5 minutes ago!

 

[TheSlapDotCom]

guys does anyone have any advice for hl’s job simulation? happy to help w dla’s telephone interview or mishcons ai interview !!

 

[WiddyJ]

yes literally 5 minutes ago!

Congrats! When did you complete the first test?

 

[lawberri3]

paul hastings december insight day invite ! very surprised i even got it but the firm low-key scares me 😭

 

[jacksollaf]

how many assessments are there for Hogan Lovells? Because I did 2 tests at first and now they sent another Job Simulation...

 

[Marble_Moth]

So was I, don't lose hope yet! I applied 9 days ago, I've seen loads of people hearing back after as little as one day or two weeks so I'm not sure what their process is, but if you've not been rejected then you're still in it I think.

Thank you for the encouraging reply!! ... unfortunately i applied around 1 month ago 🥳

 

[deejaykay]

Hello, I'm wondering if we have 7 days to complete the test after the application so we don't have to complete it before 28/11?

In the email it said exactly one week from the time the email is sent, so I think you have essentially until about the same time of day one week later.

 

[bh.sa]

paul hastings december insight day invite ! very surprised i even got it but the firm low-key scares me 😭

same here!

 

[noahsmiit01]

same here!

Was it competitive, or did everyone get in there?

 

[BillSikes]

do you have an ac offer?

No wondering whether it's worth applying.

 

[Someoneinlaw]

Guys is CMS first stage assessment automatic?
Those that got it , please how long was it between filling application and getting the link?

 

[ExcitingEasting]

Has anyone heard from Clyde & Co or Willkie recently?

 

[jagath]

potential slaughter and may vs interview? haven't got an email or anything but it says invited to interview on their application portal!

 

[Amgrad]

I think it should be addressed to Janine Arnold. I recall them saying it at a virtual event. The letter should be a page long maximum.​

Really? Ups I've uploaded it and addressed to Sir/Madam with a header of Graduate Recruitment Team. Glad I haven't submitted it, definitely need to change if it's mandatory.

 

[zxkwok]

Sorry to hear about RS and HL. If you don't mind me asking, how long did RS take to get back to you?

If you don’t mind me asking, what were your amberjack scores?

 

[yk1906]

For Skadden's question on our interests outside work, should we tie it back to the firm somehow?