TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

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Not necessarily, but our first batch has now been sent.

Hi Paul, are the invites you have sent so far based on rankings of applicants or are they based on the first batch of applications you have reviewed so far (e.g. based on when applications were submitted by)? How much weight do you place on undergraduate degree results?

 

[lelezb1]

is it a bad thing that I haven’t heard anything from hsfk after passing the benchmark?

 

[msclm]

is it a bad thing that I haven’t heard anything from hsfk after passing the benchmark?

same! strange as lots of rejections have went out lol

 

[tarastar]

Does anyone know how many questions for the HL VI and how much time we get to answer them? Are they only situational questions or a mix?

 

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Not necessarily, but our first batch has now been sent.

Please could you let us know how many applications you received and how many people have been/will be called for an interview? What are the factors you consider when deciding whether or not to invite someone to interview given the removal of the SJT?

 

[aspringlawyer25]

For those wondering, Latham says they'll send open day invites tomorrow.

 

[TortillaTC]

For those wondering, Latham says they'll send open day invites tomorrow.

For which open day?

 

[AS24]

I think you can have an overall approach, in that even if some complexities mainly had to do with the party on the other side, normally the counsel for the two parties will have to work together to address them. Nonetheless, if you are struggling with the word count, it makes sense to prioritise discussing complexities from the perspective of W&C's client.

As for any general tips, I have quoted bellow a recent post I wrote where I analysed this question in depth:

Thank you so much @Andrei Radu

 

[Bbhu19]

anyone heard from NrF post VI

 

[aspringlawyer25]

For which open day?

the one happening nextweek

 

[lissa2006]

For those wondering, Latham says they'll send open day invites tomorrow.

Were you also at the zoom event? I think they said they'll send by the end of tomorrow so I still have (probably false) hopes it could come today

 

[TCseeker17]

Has anyone heard from Linklaters with either PFO/AC invite? They said their ACs would take place next week so not sure if they’ve sent invites already or not?

 

[aspringlawyer25]

Were you also at the zoom event? I think they said they'll send by the end of tomorrow so I still have (probably false) hopes it could come today

Yes. All the best! I actually applied for the November one, so I'm just gauging response timelines post the VI.

 

[SamiyaJ]

Anyone hear back from Clyde & Co and TW after app/test?

 

[lissa2006]

Yes. All the best! I actually applied for the November one, so I'm just gauging response timelines post the VI.

Thanks, same goes to you! Makes sense, yes

 

[futuretraineeihope]

Would this question for CMS need any link back to them / their values?
Describe a time where you have shown resilience in a complex situation. How has this affected the way you approach challenges? (200 words)

 

[TortillaTC]

Has anyone heard positively from Weil about their second Insight Day?

 

[johnsmith]

Just completed the Mayer Brown assessment - not sure if I'm the only one, but I much prefer the Amberjack experience. I've found the CappFinity, particularly critical thinking, so repetitive.

 

[Bbhu19]

Has anyone heard positively from Weil about their second Insight Day?

I’ve received an invite

 

[Abbie Whitlock]

Would this question for CMS need any link back to them / their values?
Describe a time where you have shown resilience in a complex situation. How has this affected the way you approach challenges? (200 words)

Hello!

I’d say it’s a good idea to link your answer back to CMS - even if this isn’t necessarily explicitly. The firm will be looking for evidence that your qualities and mindset align with their values and culture, such as collaboration.

You can do this subtly in your reflection. For example:

1. When describing how you handled the complex situation, highlight behaviours that CMS values beyond resilience (e.g. adaptability, problem-solving, teamwork). Make sure you do discuss resilience, as that is what the question is wanting you to show!
2. In the reflection (“how this affected the way you approach challenges”), show how you’ve developed traits that fit with CMS’s way of working - such as staying calm under pressure or being open to feedback.

You don’t need to name-drop their values directly, as your answer should be focused on the resilience you have shown, but you can make the connection through the tone of your answer. It can show self-awareness that you have thought about how your traits fit the CMS environment.

I hope that helps!