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  1. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Sorry guys adding to this can anyone confirm if there is a work experience section because I can't seem to find one.
  2. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Can anyone else confirm that Addleshaw Goddard have changed their application questions to only have one motivational question?
  3. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    The rumours of the horrors of the Macfarlanes Simulate Assessment were unfortunately true
  4. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi everyone, I’m planning my answers for Addleshaw Goddard’s application before it opens and I’m a bit stuck on the first question: “What attracts you to a career in commercial law and why specifically at Addleshaw Goddard?” I’m unsure whether to focus on the firm’s culture (e.g., high...
  5. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone heard back from Jones Day regarding the Spring and Summer Schemes, only heard people talk about hearing about their Winter schemes so far.
  6. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, random question: why do you think being innovative or entrepreneurial is important for trainees at law firms? I get why it matters for senior lawyers, since they’re more directly involved in creating client solutions and driving business development. But I’m struggling to see the link...
  7. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, whats ur opinions on mentioning pro bono in law firm motivations as like a final point, I have experience which resonates pro bono values so wondering if it is a nice addition.
  8. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys does anyone know where I can find Orrick's application from last year?
  9. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    It's fine but maybe make sure to say the full "Private Equity" and then put the abbreviation in brackets to read like this: "Private Equity (PE)". Then you can refer to it as PE the rest of the answer.
  10. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    The application question is: ‘Is technology and AI an opportunity or a threat for the firm and why?’ The trainee I spoke with mentioned that they use the firm’s AI tools every day and that it really improves their efficiency. That’s why I thought it would be useful to mention this conversation...
  11. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    That makes sense — thank you! The only reason I was wondering is because one of their application questions is about tech, and the insight I gained was specifically from the trainee describing their experience using tech at the firm. So I felt like it might make more sense to reference that I...
  12. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey everyone, I went to a networking event recently and spoke with a trainee from a firm I’m interested in applying to. I only realised afterwards that I’d forgotten their name, and I’ve had no luck finding them on LinkedIn or the firm’s website. Do you think there’s still any point in...
  13. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, I'm aware that Macfarlanes opened a month ago with a rolling deadline. However, recently I've become more interested in the work the firm does. Would I still be fine applying now?
  14. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congrats! May I ask if this was for Winter or the Spring/Summer Vac Schemes?
  15. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yeah it's an SJT combined with some numerical reasoning and verbal reasoning questions. Then a few motivational VI questions come up. You can find more info here: https://earlycareersuk.aoshearman.com/law-career-guide/situational-judgement-test-what-it-and-how-prepare-it
  16. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Wait do you mean their SJT with VI?
  17. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I'm applying this week. If you want to apply you should too. Its a rolling deadline but it only opened a week ago, it's still extremely early in the application cycle you will be fine.
  18. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Alright perfect thanks for the advice @SoonToBeTrainee @abbietc03!
  19. dannyp123

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey guys, I noticed that Taylor Wessing's vacation scheme applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. However, the virtual taster weeks and open days are not till mid to late October. Do you think it's fine to wait to do an application until after then, or should i try sending one out earlier...

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