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Hi! I can completely understand why you're feeling unsure, but it sounds like you've handled an incredibly difficult few years with a huge amount of resilience. First, on whether it's "worth applying": yes! Many firms, including Weil, genuinely do take mitigating circumstances into account...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hello! It's totally fine to answer scenario-based questions hypothetically, especially if you haven't faced that exact situation before. Interviewers will care more about how you think, not whether you have experience in that exact scenario before. That said, it can strengthen your answer if...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5
Hi! I'm not too sure on how firms assess these tests, but I don't think having those areas as weaknesses is an automatic rejection. It's important to remember that just because they have been ranked as a "weaknesses", this doesn't necessarily mean that you scored badly in those traits - it just...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! You definitely don't need a dramatic hobby or life-changing side project for this question - "pursued" really just means something you've committed to, invested time in, or actively developed (even if it feels small to you!) It makes sense to overthink this and assume it has to be...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I would say that generally it is okay for there to be overlap between your CV and the work experience section - this is to be expected! A good approach could be: 1. CV: Keep this concise and highlight the strongest / most relevant experiences (legal and non-legal) 2. Work Experience...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hello! Yes, definitely still worth applying! The graduate recruitment team look at all applications submitted before the deadline, and they do not allocate the spaces on the vacation scheme until they have reviewed them all. The most important factor is writing a strong and tailored application...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Huge congratulations!! 🥳 I have quoted a post below that I have previously shared on how I would approach the Reed Smith assessment - I would really recommend that you watch the video in the TCLA Directory (linked below), as I personally found it really helpful before my Reed Smith online...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I'd say that in this case you're right to keep society positions in the extracurricular section if the application separates things out (although I can't imagine it would impact you negatively if you did it another way). As there are separate sections for extracurriculars and insight days...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! If the role you have started is relevant and genuinely adds value to your application (e.g. giving you more legal exposure, responsibility or skills) then it could be worth updating the graduate recruitment team. Whilst I haven't heard of many instances of this at the application stage, I...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! For a question such as this one, it's usually most effective to choose one or two key motivations and then support them with a strong and detailed example that clearly demonstrates your drive. The aim is to show depth rather than listing lots of motivations without evidence. If you feel...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! Not a stupid question at all! Extracurriculars can count as positions of responsibility, but usually only if you had an active role - e.g. society committee, team captain, project leader, mentoring, organising events, etc. Simply being a member of a club is valuable, but not typically...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey! That's a great question - it can feel a bit unclear at first, but the way that it is worded suggests that Farrer & Co is looking for anything you've done beyond academics and formal work experience that shows initiative, genuine interest in law, or development of relevant skills. You are...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hello! It's totally normal to feel nervous, especially if it's your first video interview - a bit of structure and preparation can make a huge difference! Whilst I have not completed the VI for Latham & Watkins before, I've copied some advice below that I have previously provided for...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I don't think you're overthinking it at all - those labels do look a bit like they're nudging you toward a chronological order! However, I don't think you need to do anything specific here. As long as you are consistent in the order you choose and its clear for the graduate recruitment team...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey! Try not to worry too much - mistakes in applications happen more often than you think! The important part is that you noticed the error and contacted the graduate recruitment team as soon as possible. They will appreciate the transparency and communication, so correcting it should not...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi! I would definitely echo what other forum users have stated! It's completely normal to come across a question you don't know the answer to - interviewers won't expect you to know everything, and what matters is how you handle it. A good approach is to stay calm, acknowledge it honestly, and...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey! Of course - I can set out what a written task usually involves, and I'll quote some posts below as well on how you can prepare for them! A written task is usually a task used by firms to assess how you think, structure arguments, and communicate effectively in writing. Most exercises will...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey! If there's no stated word limit, then what you are doing sounds perfectly reasonable (and would be how I would approach it!). Short-term experiences usually don't need as much detail - simply a brief overview of what you did, key responsibilities, and any skills gained. It's better to keep...- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hey! I did a vacation scheme at Farrer & Co, who are very private client focused (and it was an amazing scheme!). Totally get what you mean in relation to the scarcity of training contracts in that area - happy to answer any questions on the firm if you were thinking of applying to them at all :)- Abbie Whitlock
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hello! I have quoted a post below that Rik posted in the Reed Smith AMA thread - hopefully it's useful! Prose or bullet points is absolutely fine - it's more about the substance of what you write, and the key skills and traits that you discuss. I hope that helps! :)- Abbie Whitlock
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