TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Donna Paulsen]

26 being your worst amberjack score is crazy!! That’s probably one of my highest haha

Sorry it’s definitely not my worst pillar score, I was referring to the mid numerical and verbal!

 

[dyingforaTC]

Anyone heard from Travers post interview?

 

[n_99_99]

Anyone heard from Weightmans?

They've sent out their interview invites 2 weeks ago and presentation topics last week - I don't know if they have a staggered approach though

 

[abc124]

Not sure what to do for Bakers direct TC app, it asks if you want to apply with or without resume, is it recommended to apply with resume?

 

[Novaa]

Not sure what to do for Bakers direct TC app, it asks if you want to apply with or without resume, is it recommended to apply with resume?

I don’t think they read your resume, but instead use it to pre-fill some of the application sections like work experience and education

 

[mrebeccafr]

what did everyone get on browne jacobson amberjack?

7 (clients) 8 (firm) 7 (people), and middle for both applied intellects (i never know if that is deemed as acceptable or not )

 

[kikiki]

first of all congratulations that's so amazing! I bet they could've just felt how amazing a fit you were and you're going to shine at the AC too, im so happy for you!!

would you be okay if I ask two things. what was your amberjack score if you dont mind? also would you be down to share the est. AC dates or like how many slots/days they had? no pressure at all to share anything and CONGRATULATIONS, I hope you're celebrating < 3

Thank you that's so sweet! Not celebrating yet haha.

I got 6677 (i want to make a joke) and high for the other two. i only had the option of 2 slots in one day, but they're definitely still sending out more.

 

[Harvey Specter - Presiding Partner]

Thank you that's so sweet! Not celebrating yet haha.

I got 6677 (i want to make a joke) and high for the other two. i only had the option of 2 slots in one day, but they're definitely still sending out more.

6677… hmm… that’s interesting…

 

[tc2026]

Hiiii does anyone remember 1. What mishcon spring vs dates are please? 2. when we will hear back post AC… and if you have heard back could u share details pls? Tysm X

 

[abc124]

I don’t think they read your resume, but instead use it to pre-fill some of the application sections like work experience and education

Ohh that makes sense, thanks a lot!!

 

[Diana54]

Anyone heard back from Cooley yet post AC?

They said they will get back to us by the end of the week so I am surprised that no one has heard back yet

 

[PrayingforaTC2026]

Would anyone who's done Morgan Lewis' final round interview last year be willing to help!

 

[trainee4u]

why yes, I do have nothing better to do than spend 10 hours writing a "law reform proposal" on a Saturday night. Thanks DACB

 

[iklawapps]

Thank you that's so sweet! Not celebrating yet haha.

I got 6677 (i want to make a joke) and high for the other two. i only had the option of 2 slots in one day, but they're definitely still sending out more.

Hahaha even better than a perfect 36 if you ask me!

Thank you for replying and good luck at your AC!! I just know you’re going to absolutely smash it and lmk if I can help in any way : )

 

[LaDiva]

DACB - should I assume PFO by now if not heard anything post VI?

 

[James Wakefield]

Hey, does anyone know if the elevator pitch at Ropes is something you can prepare for? Or something they give you a scenario about on the AC?

 

[LH4]

what did everyone get on browne jacobson amberjack?

I got high for the intellect and then 7,9 ,9 but i dont feel great about the questions which probably has more weight

 

[TCchaser]

@Abbie Whitlock

Hi, I hope you're well!

How do you discuss why you're interested in a particular practice area, especially if a firm is really known for that sector, if you have no experience in that area? Alternatively, I was thinking of discussing how the firm has Band 1 rankings in transactional and contentious departments, and I want to gain a breadth of experience - do you think that might be a better approach, or is it better to focus on a firm's prominent areas?

Thank you!

 

[georgianprincessmwuah]

Does anyone have any advice/way of finding out what seats/areas of law are available at the Gateley Reading Office? I'm really struggling to find it and I have an AC soon and I have no idea whether the seat i'm interested in is actually offered at that specific office!!

 

[summersun]

Does anyone have any advice/way of finding out what seats/areas of law are available at the Gateley Reading Office? I'm really struggling to find it and I have an AC soon and I have no idea whether the seat i'm interested in is actually offered at that specific office!!

Maybe you could try to message a current trainee on Linkedin to ask them directly? Not sure they will reply one time but worth a try.