TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

[wooliewoo]

I apologise if this has already been answered but for Evershed's second question (Enter other relevant information here. (250 words)) what would you recommend putting down? I assume they are looking for awards/hobbies etc., to demonstrate that you are a well-rounded applicant but just wanted to make sure!

 

[anon78365222111]

HL test was SO LONG, legit took me 3 days to finish. No clue how I even did

 

[mg42guy32]

Are you able to go back in the Latham Vac Scheme application form completion process?

 

[Enyonam]

Has Hogan Lovells changed their assessment from last year or is it still the same?

It’s definitely updated

 

[TheHamlet4]

It’s not

Is it sjt + watson glaser?

 

[Scottishlion]

Does anyone know how A&O assess the SJT? I got good potential in most and then clear development in organisation and don't know if that will discount me from the process. Thanks!

 

[mc123123]

hi has anyone applied to eversheds and got sent the test, if so when?

 

[ela333]

Hi, I applied to Mills & Reeve on 1st Sep, and I remember reading that the online assessment would be shared within 2 weeks. Has anyone gotten the assessment yet?

 

[user55998384]

Hello! does anyone know how long eversheds takes to send the test/VI after submitting the application form?

Also, I am trying to apply for the open day first which is in end October, so I can maybe talk about the open day experience in the video interviews assuming I get the open day, but i think eversheds is rolling so maybe waiting til November to apply may not be a good idea?

hey!! where did you see that its rolling - i am in same mindset ab when to apply

 

[username10341034]

If anyone is wondering, A&O give you unlimited time to prep for the VI questions. They’re then 2 mins in length

 

[user55998384]

I apologise if this has already been answered but for Evershed's second question (Enter other relevant information here. (250 words)) what would you recommend putting down? I assume they are looking for awards/hobbies etc., to demonstrate that you are a well-rounded applicant but just wanted to make sure!

i was wondering this too as it doesnt even explicitly say about hobbies/etc so i didnt know if thats what they are asking?

 

[wooliewoo]

If anyone is wondering, A&O give you unlimited time to prep for the VI questions. They’re then 2 mins in length

Tysm! How many VI Qs are there if you don't mind me asking?

 

[Antoni Trochimowicz]

@Antoni Trochimowicz Would you recommend mentioning 3 skills for this question? I'm conscious of the word count.


Q1: Tell us about any experiences outside of your work and study that have allowed you to develop skills that are relevant to this role. (Max 250 words)

Hi! I would personally say three is the standard for 250 words, but given it hasn't crossed over to 300 words, you would likely be fine with two experiences. I fully understand 3 can be quite tough with word count, wishing you the best of luck !

 

[Antoni Trochimowicz]

I apologise if this has already been answered but for Evershed's second question (Enter other relevant information here. (250 words)) what would you recommend putting down? I assume they are looking for awards/hobbies etc., to demonstrate that you are a well-rounded applicant but just wanted to make sure!

Hi! No reason to apologise

Does this question seem to be connected to the first? Could be a follow up in that regard.

If it is simply a standalone section for other information,I personally never inputed anything in these. That could have been an oversight of mine however. As such, I can't advise on personal experience.

But, if I was to assume what is wanted there, it would be along the lines of what you say. This would be awards, specific positions of responsibility or anything else in particular that would make you better standout as an applicant.

 

[username10341034]

Tysm! How many VI Qs are there if you don't mind me asking?

2!

 

[mikerossimposter]

Did the Macfarlanes Stage 1 Assessment for the spring vc on Monday and have received my report but not heard back regarding Stage 2, is it a PFO?

 

[RachelZane]

Does anyone have any insight into Ashurst Perkins Coie assessment? Willing to trade for any stage for other firms

 

[mc123123]

hey!! where did you see that its rolling - i am in same mindset ab when to apply

oh I am actually not 100% sure! but under the tcla vac scheme deadlines it said "tbc" for whether it was rolling so I wanted to be safe

 

[WillYouGiveMeATC]

Hi, I applied to Mills & Reeve on 1st Sep, and I remember reading that the online assessment would be shared within 2 weeks. Has anyone gotten the assessment yet?

Mills Reeve will send the test invite after the deadline. They did this last year.

 

[user55998384]

hi guys i was j wondering - u know for the sectino they always ask to contextualise your background - if u just say no you dont want this shared does this act against you?