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  1. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    They look at your application answers after taking the test. You don't get passed to the next stage yet just because you passed the test. You would have to pass their internal benchmark and then they review it in line with what you have said in your application as well. Everyone gets the test...
  2. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    It’s automatic. And they don’t read your Application unless you pass.
  3. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congratulations on your interview!
  4. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Should we be worried if we haven't heard back from Weil? I submitted my application on the first day it opened last month. Do they have any strict grade requirements? I know they review on a rolling basis.
  5. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Also has anyone else not heard back from WEIL post app?
  6. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    5th PFO from Covington this Cycle. Applied to all three legal horizons, mentorship scheme and Open day. They DEFINITELY do not want me. Was going to apply for their spring vs but I’ll pass 🤬🤬😡
  7. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    There isn't really a fast track, just that you won't have to take any tests. You are not guaranteed an AC if you attended the open day.
  8. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Please explain the comet browser cuz I’m tired of manually inputting my work experience 🥹
  9. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    So Who exactly then got the White & Case Open day, or did they PFO everyone??!🤨🤨🤨🥺
  10. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    No, his application will be reviewed, but he will do another test
  11. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I mentioned more than one question in mine😭
  12. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I want to clarify some points, as I realise I may have been unclear in my earlier message. I met with Grad Rec at the Legal Cheek Live event in London and asked extensive questions. Here are the key takeaways: 1. Testing Process: Everyone who applies for an open day will need to complete a...
  13. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    No you wouldn't. You just wont do any tests again
  14. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    The one on Thursday, the 6th. They reply within a week of the date, so I assume people who applied for the one on the 13th should hear back on the 6th.
  15. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    There isn't, but grad rec said they assess how concise a student is in this area. Feel free to type whatever you want, but please don't waffle.
  16. Afuturetrainee

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congrats! Is this for spring or summer, please? Grad rec said it's mostly competency and motivational. Even if there are commercial awareness questions thrown in, it wont be too technical. You should expect that in the partner interview

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