Unless you’re applying for the Bristol vacation scheme, the deadline was the 15th December.
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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No, I know but I submitted it ages ago. It seems like there was an error and I never received the SJT link on time so they sent it to me later. The deadline was today but obviously due to the holidays I was unable to get it touch with them when I realised the link was not working. I just sent them another email today.
Try the link in an incognito browser or clear your cookies and cache and try again - often find it sorts the issue. I can only ever review my applications via Vantage in incognito.
Tried in incognito browser, on different devices. None are working. It is also the amberjack SJT. I am assuming that there might be an error on their end. Fingers crossed they can fix it!
Check the precise email that the email for the SJT was sent to and enter that into the field, or if you were sent two SJT links (one may be expired). Otherwise, you may need to email Grad Rec.
Yeah I did about 2 weeks ago
You got this!! Keep powering through
Around a month. I applied to Dechert in early/mid November
'If you could witness any event, past, present, or future firsthand, what would it be and why?' (Covington)
Should I stick to being corporate/legalistic in this answer, or can I say an event that does not really have anything to do with commercial law? I think it would be so cliche to say a famous merger or the formation of a conglomerate LMAO. My idea is still linked to the law but not commercial or financial related at all
Should I stick to being corporate/legalistic in this answer, or can I say an event that does not really have anything to do with commercial law? I think it would be so cliche to say a famous merger or the formation of a conglomerate LMAO. My idea is still linked to the law but not commercial or financial related at all
Hi!
You can absolutely go with something outside corporate or commercial law! For this type of question, the key isn't necessarily to pick a "law-related" event (and it can usually work to your advantage to pick something outside of law) - I would aim to show thoughtfulness and reflection in your answer. A historical, scientific, or cultural moment can work just as well, particularly if you tie it back to why it matters to you personally or why you find it interesting.
Even if you don't choose a commercial event, you can still make a subtle connection to law (or values you admire in legal work) without it feeling forced. For example, you could potentially choose a landmark civil rights case or a famous trial that you found interesting. You can even go fully outside law but highlight certain skills or traits that would be beneficial in law - e.g. analytical thinking, ethics, problem-solving, etc.
I would say that the main thing to avoid is a cliche "big corporate deal" answer unless you have a genuinely unique angle or a past experience that demonstrates why it particularly resonated with you - your idea of linking it to law but not commercial law sounds like it can work well!
Ultimately, I would answer the question truthfully, even if this is outside of law. This is likely to be the most genuine and reflective answer, and will read a lot better than trying to force an overly commercial angle
Thank you so much for your help Abbie, especially at this late hour! You're a star⭐Hi!
You can absolutely go with something outside corporate or commercial law! For this type of question, the key isn't necessarily to pick a "law-related" event (and it can usually work to your advantage to pick something outside of law) - I would aim to show thoughtfulness and reflection in your answer. A historical, scientific, or cultural moment can work just as well, particularly if you tie it back to why it matters to you personally or why you find it interesting.
Even if you don't choose a commercial event, you can still make a subtle connection to law (or values you admire in legal work) without it feeling forced. For example, you could potentially choose a landmark civil rights case or a famous trial that you found interesting. You can even go fully outside law but highlight certain skills or traits that would be beneficial in law - e.g. analytical thinking, ethics, problem-solving, etc.
I would say that the main thing to avoid is a cliche "big corporate deal" answer unless you have a genuinely unique angle or a past experience that demonstrates why it particularly resonated with you - your idea of linking it to law but not commercial law sounds like it can work well!
Ultimately, I would answer the question truthfully, even if this is outside of law. This is likely to be the most genuine and reflective answer, and will read a lot better than trying to force an overly commercial angle
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