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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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This is really helpful, thank you so much!Hey!
I have previously written a few posts on negotiations, so I have quoted those below!
If it is a more debate-style exercise, I would say that the biggest thing to focus on is progressing the discussion, not just arguing your point.
Therefore, I'd try to frame your contributions around evaluating points (e.g. weighing pros and cons, discussing risk, and practicality) rather than just saying what you think. It helps to keep linking back to the objective (e.g. "which option best meets X?" as that shows that you are focused on the question, and have commercial awareness.
I'd also make sure that you engage direction with others. This could look like building on strong points, challenging ideas (respectfully!) and helping to move things forward if the conversation is getting stuck (e.g. suggesting that you narrow down to fewer options or summarise where you are).
Essentially, they'll be looking for someone who can think critically and help the group reach a sensible outcome, rather than someone who just debates for the sake of it.
Best of luck with the AC tomorrow!!
has anyone here gotten a feedback call from freshfields? was rejected from their VS after AC and they said they would do a feedback call but never got back to me...
Michelmores HR interview !!
I think we are going to hear this week
Has anyone got a further update from Mischon de reya for the summer vacation scheme?
feel like i ought to do more DTC apps but i just havent got it in me im drained from this round
ahhh thank you so much that's v helpful and reassuringHey!
Congratulations on the AC invite!
As someone who failed to convert a few vacation schemes last cycle, this is definitely something I worried about - however, I wasn't asked about my previous vacation schemes, so try not to stress too much about it!
The key is to frame the vacation scheme positively and reflectively. You don't need to go into details about not converting, as firms understand that there are many factors that go into those decisions. Instead, I would focus on what you gained from the scheme - e.g. the skills you developed, the exposure you had, and any moments that strengthened your motivations for commercial law.
It is also good to show self-awareness by reflecting on what you learned about yourself and what you have done since to improve (based on any feedback you received post-VS). I would focus on tangible steps that you have taken - for example, sharpening commercial awareness, building confidence in group settings, etc. This shows resilience and a willingness to learn, which are essential traits for a trainee!
If you are asked directly about not converting (which I never was!), I'd just keep it honest and avoid sounding defensive. You should focus on discussing how the experience has made you a stronger candidate now, and what you learned from it.
Good luck!!
Thanks!
lol, from Teacher Stern
Thank you very much for your recent application, and for the interest you have shown in our firm.
Due to planned changes to our hiring strategy, we have made the difficult decision not to proceed with this year’s graduate recruitment process. As a result, we will unfortunately not be progressing applications for the 2026 Vacation Scheme and 2028 Training Contracts
Surely given that applications closed only a month ago these are "unplanned changes".
Thank you very much for your recent application, and for the interest you have shown in our firm.
Due to planned changes to our hiring strategy, we have made the difficult decision not to proceed with this year’s graduate recruitment process. As a result, we will unfortunately not be progressing applications for the 2026 Vacation Scheme and 2028 Training Contracts
Surely given that applications closed only a month ago these are "unplanned changes".
no but it will only close at the end of march so I am assuming we will only hear back then.
Im not gonna lie, mishcon is playing with emotions right now.
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