• 📅 Vacation Scheme Applications 2025–26

    Planning to apply for winter, spring or summer vacation schemes? Join our dedicated threads for support, deadlines, and discussion:

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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    HSF and W&C PFOs.... Went to a VS for one and AC for another in previous cycles. Adds to my suspicion that it is much harder to progress once you've been to a VS or AC with a firm.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I think the more difficult part is progressing to the AC in the very next cycle as they expect you to amend your application which contains the same exact questions.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    I think it's more of a generic "encouragement" in the sense that they don't have a specific policy barring people from applying after failing an AC. But I don't know anyone who actually pulled it off in the very next cycle....
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone had experience not progressing after an AC with a firm and successfully secured a VS/TC in the subsequent cycle?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Has anyone been actually rejected by W&C WVS or are they just waiting to send them out in one single batch?
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    Ask Willkie Farr & Gallagher Anything!

    Hi @WillkieGemma, I have two questions. 1. For those who haven't attended the Open Day or have no in-person interaction with the firm, are they automatically disadvantaged in their applications? Accordingly, what tips would you give them in terms of showing genuine interest towards the firm...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Do you mind sharing what the VI question is about? Thanks!
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    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Good morning all, Thanks for taking the time to answer our questions! For Paul, 1. What specific attributes do you look for from potential candidates? Do you expect applicants to mention specific skills or adopt a certain writing style in the application? 2. Do you recruit from a specific...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I did my AC 5 weeks ago and they have ghosted me since, I would say it's good that at least they tell you when they are going to respond. 😂 But yeah, my understanding is that if the firm takes a long time to get back to you it's likely that you're a "borderline" candidate and they are making...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congrats!! How long did they take to get back to you? And was it via email?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    May I ask where did you get the info that spring is filled?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    They just basically told me they are busy reviewing applications and will update me. So nothing much. But hey, at least they didn't completely forget about me😂
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Is it weird that I've not heard back from W&C and Latham post-AC for 4 weeks+? I have emailed grad rec and the latter didn't even respond...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Today marks a month after I've done my AC...
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    Converting your vacation scheme into a training contract - top tips in 2021

    I know this is an old thread but I really want to get @James Carrabino and @Jessica Booker's advice and view on this from both the applicant and a grad rec perspective: Should I ever mention about my failed Vac Scheme in my following applications both in the work experience section and in the...
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