TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Starfish31]

For the Slaughters DTC - who should I address the cover letter to? And does it have to be a page long?

 

[LCamilaPG]

Just got rejected from DLA Piper, but I didn't even receive the online assessment... Is this normal?

 

[LCamilaPG]

why did i think freshfields closed apps on the 27th? its the 1st???

Both VACS and TC close on the 2/12 but it's on a rolling basis so you should apply sooner rather than later...

 

[pepsicola96]

Bird and Bird WG!!! Does anyone know if this automatic or after written app review?

 

[Legallywhatever]

What is generally considered a 'good' percentile for verbal reasoning tests?

 

[summersun]

Hi I was wondering if anyone had any advice on the following question for HFW:
Please identify an issue currently in the mainstream media and explain how this is likely to impact the clients that HFW represents and the type of work that the firm undertakes. 350w

What type of issue should be considered? is it only something legal?
I have failed every application with that type of questions so woudl love any advice!

 

[TA04]

i got the same - what did you get on the first 2 amberjack grids?

furthest to the right - how about you?

 

[Marble_Moth]

Bird and Bird WG!!! Does anyone know if this automatic or after written app review?

Congrats!! When did you apply if you don't mind me asking? ... expecting a pfo lol

 

[pepsicola96]

Congrats!! When did you apply if you don't mind me asking? ... expecting a pfo lol

So was I, don't lose hope yet! I applied 9 days ago, I've seen loads of people hearing back after as little as one day or two weeks so I'm not sure what their process is, but if you've not been rejected then you're still in it I think.

 

[TheSlapDotCom]

has anyone received hogan lovells job simulation for summer recently?

yes literally 5 minutes ago!

 

[TheSlapDotCom]

guys does anyone have any advice for hl’s job simulation? happy to help w dla’s telephone interview or mishcons ai interview !!

 

[WiddyJ]

yes literally 5 minutes ago!

Congrats! When did you complete the first test?

 

[lawberri3]

paul hastings december insight day invite ! very surprised i even got it but the firm low-key scares me 😭

 

[jacksollaf]

how many assessments are there for Hogan Lovells? Because I did 2 tests at first and now they sent another Job Simulation...

 

[Marble_Moth]

So was I, don't lose hope yet! I applied 9 days ago, I've seen loads of people hearing back after as little as one day or two weeks so I'm not sure what their process is, but if you've not been rejected then you're still in it I think.

Thank you for the encouraging reply!! ... unfortunately i applied around 1 month ago 🥳

 

[deejaykay]

Hello, I'm wondering if we have 7 days to complete the test after the application so we don't have to complete it before 28/11?

In the email it said exactly one week from the time the email is sent, so I think you have essentially until about the same time of day one week later.

 

[bh.sa]

paul hastings december insight day invite ! very surprised i even got it but the firm low-key scares me 😭

same here!

 

[noahsmiit01]

same here!

Was it competitive, or did everyone get in there?

 

[BillSikes]

do you have an ac offer?

No wondering whether it's worth applying.

 

[Someoneinlaw]

Guys is CMS first stage assessment automatic?
Those that got it , please how long was it between filling application and getting the link?