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  1. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Not necessarily, but our first batch has now been sent.
  2. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi - these invites are for Winter Vacation Scheme interviews, not open days. But, on open days, yes, you can apply for another open day if you have been rejected for one previously. They are very competitive!
  3. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi Maddy, Might be helpful if I chip in here. We have sent out a batch of interview invitations today. We are asking people to book their interview slots by tomorrow. Thanks, Paul
  4. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything! (2025/26)

    Hi @camrynt Yes, we are planning to run a online open day. The date is TBC, but will likely be in December before the deadline for our Spring and Summer Vacation Schemes. For interviews, our preference is for these to be face-to-face in our London office. Thanks for the questions! Paul
  5. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything! (2025/26)

    Hi @student110 Thanks for the question. There is no SJT in our recruitment process. Here are the steps: Once your vacation scheme application is submitted, it will be reviewed. Successful applicants will then be invited to a first stage interview in our London office. If you are successful...
  6. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @badmintonflyinginsect We ask that you have gained, or are predicted to achieve, a 2.1 overall in your degree. We will look at your individual module grades holistically with the rest of your application form. Thanks, Paul
  7. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @legal18 Yes, the test will be online and will consist of: 12 SJT questions 5 Applied Verbal Reasoning questions 5 Applied Numerical Reasoning questions I hope that explains. Thanks, Paul
  8. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @rain2801 Yes, we do! Thanks, Paul
  9. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi - yes, the online open day is open to everyone. We will have a few more slots available. Here is the registration link: https://paulweiss.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dWeEijuzQpui0umAsi0Zvg Thanks, Paul
  10. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Paul Weiss Open Day

    Hi @tosin4774 The process is just an application and we ask that applicants are current university students or gradates. Further details here: https://www.paulweissukearlycareers.com/info/events Thanks! Paul
  11. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @usingh Thanks for the questions. 1. The vacation scheme will be two weeks long and you will spend time in two separate practice areas. This will allow you to see the differences between teams and the work they do. You will also be assessed for a training contract during the vacation...
  12. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @solhan1125 I'd recommend sending separate applications for open days and vacation schemes. Thanks, Paul
  13. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @Pbali, Yes, you can apply if you have studied the LPC, but you will need to move to the SQE route. In terms of what we look for - there is no separate criteria for current undergraduate students compared to graduates. The application form is the same for all candidates. Thanks, Paul
  14. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @cityhopes - yes, we absolutely factor in mitigating circumstances. There is a section in our application for for you to tell us anything relevant. Thanks, Paul
  15. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @TC Chaser - we welcome applications from people wherever they have studied.
  16. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @qwop881 - yes we are! In fact, we are running a few recruitment webinars with TCLA.
  17. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @snoopgoku14 Thank you so much for the questions. As Naomi has answered Q2, I will answers Q1, 3 & 4. Q1. The firm is very keen on "authentic training". As a trainee will have a robust curriculum of substantive legal training, professional skills workshops, individual coaching etc. Our...
  18. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @sambhavishivani Thank you for your questions. 1. The university you attend does not feature as part of our entry criteria, so if you haven't attended a RG university, that won't be an issue. 2. We welcome applications from international students. 3. If you have a non-UK law degree, you...
  19. Paul @ Paul Weiss

    Ask Paul, Weiss Anything!

    Hi @josiemusgra Thanks for the question. You'll hear back about the open day by Monday. Thanks for applying! Paul

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