TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[whywhy88]

Any news from Mayer Brown? Survived the first batch of PFOs but didn’t get an AC either Praying for good news soon

 

[EfficientBag123]

Anyone who has reached a Baker McKenzie AC THIS CYCLE, please private message me.

No, I have not received an AC yet, I just have some questions.

 

[Afraz Akhtar]

Hey guys, just needed some clarification. I have managed to secure internships in tier 1 local firms in Dubai and a US firm, too. Do recruiters tend to view experience gained in Dubai differently compared to London-based experience, potentially trivialising the former?

@Adnanlone the short answer is no. Any legal experience, regardless of location is beneficial. In fact, at times international experience could actually be seen as a bonus, so think about how the chance to gain some exposure internationally has actually contributed to your understanding of commercial law for global businesses. Even reading your post makes me a little excited.... I'm intrigued!

 

[Jessica Pearson - Managing Partner]

Has anybody heard from the following firms or knows when they’ll usually respond (i.e., late Jan, early Feb, etc.), so I can manage expectations?

Sidley Austin Spring VS - applied 9 Jan
Travers Smith Summer VS - applied 14 Jan
Covington & Burling Summer VS - applied 16 Jan
Morgan Lewis Summer VS - applied 20 Jan.

I believe Debevoise respond early Feb cos I had a look on the older threads. Morgan Lewis closes the apps today so just want an idea for them.​

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[Afraz Akhtar]

for referees on apps - will it look bad if i say no to the firm directly contacting my referees? (i would want to get in touch beforehand with my old boss lol)

@IWillGetATC No, this doesn't look bad at all. Appreciate it may look like you're hiding something, but this question simply checks to see if you need to get in touch with them before they request it - it's a courtesy the firm offers. I always click no, because I'd rather let the referee know when the request will be coming as opposed to trusting them to respond to it alone.

 

[Mvla]

Has anybody heard from the following firms or knows when they’ll usually respond (i.e., late Jan, early Feb, etc.), so I can manage expectations?

Sidley Austin Spring VS - applied 9 Jan
Travers Smith Summer VS - applied 14 Jan
Covington & Burling Summer VS - applied 16 Jan
Morgan Lewis Summer VS - applied 20 Jan.

I believe Debevoise respond early Feb cos I had a look on the older threads. Morgan Lewis closes the apps today so just want an idea for them.​

Did my first year scheme with Covington, they usually respond in about 2 weeks! Also, grad rec said AC's will be in Feb.

 

[StressedByAMountainOfBooks]

Thank you for sharing Mojo Interview, I have never seen this before. Wish I could have used it to prepare for my old previous video interviews

Nws, using it as revision like a hour every 3 days is acc so helpful

 

[elizabethkate]

passed VWV assessment ! now a pre prepared presentation scary

 

[Saul_specter]

Anyone know from last year if Links wait till end to give out PFOs like A&O or they give rolling PFOs and ACs

 

[Unknowncabbage]

Any news from Mayer Brown? Survived the first batch of PFOs but didn’t get an AC either Praying for good news soon

in the same boat, I am just wondering if anyone has a timeline for AC's or if they have an idea when everyone should hear back.

 

[Novaa]

Anyone know from last year if Links wait till end to give out PFOs like A&O or they give rolling PFOs and ACs

You’ll find out on the Friday of your AC week. (Well that’s how it was last year)

 

[stylishlawgirl]

Has anyone heard back from Cooley yet after WG?

 

[Rafa]

yes!

Can I DM you about the AC?

 

[tc2026]

Congrats! How long after your interview were you told you passed?

hey I heard back an hr or two after

 

[1stCycleApplicant]

Does anyone have CC AC or Willkie partner interview insights? I can exchange for final stage DLA, HSF, Fieldfisher, Cooley, feel free to PM me

I'm doing Willkie WE tomorrow and I thought I was the first slot. The email said we'd hear back for partner interviews by 6th Feb. Have you already done the WE?

 

[I’m a celebrity get me out of here - VS/TC edn]

I'm doing Willkie WE tomorrow and I thought I was the first slot. The email said we'd hear back for partner interviews by 6th Feb. Have you already done the WE?

The email also said once you do Willkie WE put all the information here so those with the later slots can get insight

 

[futuretrainee101ac]

Any insights into RPC AC would be appreciated please

Hi congrats! When did you hear back post test feedback

 

[Deleted member 43292]

Does anyone have CC AC or Willkie partner interview insights? I can exchange for final stage DLA, HSF, Fieldfisher, Cooley, feel free to PM me

Clifford Chance AC Discussion

Hi all just opening a new thread for CC AC discussion. @elle woods (or anyone) If you have any insights please can you share? Thank you!

www.thecorporatelawacademy.com

my advice and insights are linked above!

 

[TCLAuser2002]

Gibson Dunn Zoom Interview! this was very unexpected Oh to be loved by US firms

 

[Elsie07777]

Has anyone heard back from NRF post-VI?