TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Donna Paulsen]

So sorry if this sounds tone deaf I promise that’s not my intention at all, and I genuinely understand how tough rejections can be as someone whose been rejected almost everyday.
I just wanted to ask if anyone else has ever felt like this. I’ve just received my first ever assessment centre after so many rejections, and for the last 24 hours my mind has honestly gone blank because I’m in disbelief that it actually happened.

Is it normal to feel this excited for this long, even though I know it’s still just one step in the process and not a guarantee of anything? I think I’m just shocked more than anything and wondering if others have experienced the same feeling.

Getting to AC is a massive achievement considering how competitive this process is. Sure, it doesn’t guarantee anything, but it is a clear sign that you’re doing something right (and we don’t get those often!). Be proud of yourself! X

 

[TheSlapDotCom]

Is it now time to assume PFO for HL Summer VS? VI was completed in November, but no further communication has been made since. Seen offers on LinkedIn.

some ppl got pfo’d yday so i think they’re doing it in batches. ACs have also been super spread out. i think last yr they held ACs all the way into March so I’m assuming they’ll probs do the same again this yr !!

 

[KuriTH]

According to grad rec, Baker McKenzie is sending out responses for its Spring AC outcomes from end of tomorrow

 

[8law]

does the simmons online judgement test for bristol include VI within the test or is it the next step? sorry might sound dumb but the email says it should only take 30mins to complete

 

[johnsmith]

does the simmons online judgement test for bristol include VI within the test or is it the next step? sorry might sound dumb but the email says it should only take 30mins to complete

You do the amberjack test and then the VIs are after but you can pause and continue them when you’re ready, unlimited prep time for the VIs so you can do one, then take a break etc - I think you just have to have the VIs completed by the deadline date.

 

[Donuttime]

Forsters AC! Maybe they are sending them in batches after all !!!

Congrats! What day did you get invited for?

 

[8law]

You do the amberjack test and then the VIs are after but you can pause and continue them when you’re ready, unlimited prep time for the VIs so you can do one, then take a break etc - I think you just have to have the VIs completed by the deadline date.

thank you so much!

 

[Applicationally-challenged]

S&M DTC PFO the wording of the email "unfortunately it is not possible for us to interview every candidate who applies" does this mean they didn't read my app???!!

This one hurts since I interviewed for their Summer Scheme last year and was encouraged to apply to DTC this year.

Was this non-law app?

 

[marshall]

Still waiting for HSF Kramer

Omg HSF Kramer AC!!

 

[t2so]

Does anyone know how long it takes for TW to get back to you after the WE?

I had heard it would be within 2 weeks, though thus far that has not been the case.

Edit: This is re the Summer Vac Scheme

 

[jagath]

guys i’ve been waiting 3 months for HSF pfo or AC

 

[summersun]

Does anyone know how long it takes for TW to get back to you after the WE?

I had heard it would be within 2 weeks, though thus far that has not been the case.

Edit: This is re the Summer Vac Scheme

I saw someone get an AC earlier today but only one person mentioned it so hopefully TW hasn't sent everything. They told me they would have reviewed everything by the 9th and woud dgive us the results end of the week so probably today or tomorrow.
Hopefully we will hear positively soon !

 

[FutureLawyer_]

Guys this app cycle has genuinely drained me. I fear I focused too much on 1 firm, and now I got post ac rejection, I’m tempted to just leave it until the next app cycle

 

[Legal12345]

Anyone heard back post AC for RPC or Burges Salmon?

 

[justagirl23]

Congratulations! I hope it went well was this for London?

Thank you! and yes London

 

[Donuttime]

Anyone heard back post RPC or Burges Salmon?

Post app or AC?

 

[georgianprincessmwuah]

haven't heard back post AC bristol for Burges Salmon

Anyone heard back post RPC or Burges Salmon?

 

[Applicant7874652]

Anyone heard back post RPC or Burges Salmon?

I think for RPC they waited for all the London ACs to run before making decisions so I would expect news next week

 

[Legal12345]

Post app or AC?

Post AC

 

[Ijustwanttobealawyer]

For the love of Latham, please just put me out of my misery