I heard back yesterday (18/02), and did my interview I think w/c 2nd February. So it took about under 2 weeks for them to get back to me.
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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Thank you!Hey!
Congratulations on the vacation scheme!
I don't think asking is going to put you at a disadvantage or be viewed negatively. It is reasonable to express interest in a specific team, especially since that interest comes from a conversation you had at the AC. I would just frame it as a query or preference rather than an expectation - explain in your email that you really enjoyed speaking to the Senior Associate and would be keen to gain exposure to Commercial Crime if possible, while understanding that seat allocation for vacation schemes tend to depend on a wide variety of factors and you may not get to choose (or even indicate a preference).
Whether it is feasible will depend on the firm's process and how they make these decisions, but I don't think asking politely would reflect negatively on you. Even if you aren't allocated that seat for the VS, you could definitely reach out to those in the team and arrange for coffee chats to show an interest!
Best of luck with the vacation scheme!
Should I assume it's a pfo from Travers Smith? Considering they've already called up people for interviews
I didn’t apply nor do I know much about TS but what I’ve learned about law firms is that you cannot assume or expect anything!
Hogan Lovells job sim, any insights? Especially on whether the prep time for the VI is unlimited? No matter how much I prep, I can't handle these timed VIs, I recently aborted a VI for a firm I really wanted...strange thing is, I'm fine for in-person/phone interviews, but the moment a prep timer is thrown in and I crumble
I deleted the email app from my phone and only have it on my laptop now, if this helps. xxThe waiting game is soI feel like I’ve put my life on pause and just spend my time refreshing my emails
for the ones who have heard from Sidley did any of you apply during Jan. And for Travers when did you applY
Unfortunately the have timed prep. I completed it ages ago so don’t remember but think you can experience it in their prep hub.
Hi guys, might seem like a dumb question but I wanted to ask if it’s even worth applying for training contracts at city firms (even if you can’t land vacation schemes) as a final year law student. Like I have good grades, good range of experience, but I don’t know if it’s a waste of time since my competition will probably be harder during the TC process than VS?
@Abbie Whitlock @Jaysen and just everyone generally. Ive been offered a VS and this is my first one. What can I expect and how can I maximise my chances of converting? Also if anyones got any stories of why they were not offered TCs following a VS in the past I'd appreciate hearing those too!
Anyone have insights on Hogan Lovells Job Simulation? I can help with CMS, A&O, Baker Mckenzie, Latham, Weil VI, also been to Weil, Baker Mckenzie, Latham Open days
Has anyone heard positively from Sidley for summer? Have seen a few PFOs but wondering if anyone has actually progressed to TI yet. Ta!
Hi! similar to a recent post - does anyone have top tips for conversion? or some things they wish they knew when they did their first VS? would really appreciate it.
does anyone know how to check if you applied for summer or spring with sidley (or if there even was an option)? I have checked the copy of my app and the cvmail portal and can't find anything
Does anyone know if Ropes & Gray provides London-Tokyo TC? It mentions it on Legal Cheek, but can't find it on their website
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