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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

yk1906

Legendary Member
Aug 26, 2024
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The thing is, I don't have any mitigating circumstances for my A levels. I was just burnt out and didn't perform well because of it. It's just that when I started the application it said that I had to have AAB at a level, but I am projected to get a 2:1.

Also, am I still cooked for Freshfields?
On their website they said they could potentially close applications earlier than a deadline, if they allocate all of the places. They haven't done that yet, therefore you have all the chances!!
 
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RJ Ruban

Active Member
Nov 5, 2025
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anyone who completed the Freshfields stage 2 assessment didn't receive a confirmation email? I did mine recently and didn't receive anything like a feedback report or submission confirmation. Really worried mine didn't go through!
Haven’t gotten one aswell, I pressed on the link again and it said it’s completed so assuming it has been submitted
 
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silonthesofa

Distinguished Member
Feb 7, 2025
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Yes, there is a very brief video question at the end. They say it is just for ID checking, but it will be reviewed by a human, not AI.
Wait. You mean the Mishcon VI question isn't an actual assessed question? In the sense that it's not motivational or competency based? I recall them saying something about it along the lines of "it's just a question about you", but it wasn't clear if it was a question about you such as why do you want to train at Mishcon or if it was something that actually doesn't require preparation in advance.
 
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nbjani

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Nov 23, 2023
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Hey! I just received an email inviting me to do stage 2 of Latham’s online assessment. It starts “we are pleased to invite you…” but I literally just did stage 1 like 16 hours ago, with the application sent in on Saturday morning. Do we know if stage 2 is just automatic or if it’s somehow selective? Not wanting to seem pedantic, but knowing if I did something right on stage one/on the application can help hone my application strategy going forwards.
 

Ronaldo04

Active Member
Premium Member
Jan 29, 2024
17
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Hi all, I just finished the Latham & Watkins online assessment. I am very confused, as on their website it was said that there would be a short video interview after their SJT, but there was none. I ensured I answered all questions multiple times, and I have completed every section. I emailed recruitment just in case, but I am so worried right now,
The VI is stage 2 which comes with critical thinking questions. The SJT is the first stage and does not have any vi
 

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