TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Maxi04]

Congratulations on the VI. I applied in January for London DTC and have only had 2 holding emails so far…. Can I ask when you applied and when you did the VI please? Thanks v much.

Hi. I applied in December and did the VI two weeks ago but nothing since!

 

[adfs456]

Well done!

Thank you so much! Your insights and resources have been so helpful

 

[TheLegalEdit]

Hi all I’m looking to apply to king and spalding but can’t find loads of information about the firm online apart from the generic information. If anyone has any information that are happy to share I’d really appreciate it

 

[choicefox212]

Hiya! Has anyone heard post VI from CRS (London preferably)? Thanks!

I applied in mid January and haven't even heard back about round 2 - had a holding email a couple of weeks ago. When did you apply? Did they send the next stage invite soon after you applied?

 

[emily12]

Browne Jacobson Trainee Solicitor Pathway Amberjack - High Verbal and Numerical Intellect and 7 score across the board, don't know if that is competitive.

I got a TI for the vac scheme with those exact scores! Not sure how much emphasis they put on the written answers but I was quite happy with mine

 

[AryanAgg]

I got a TI for the vac scheme with those exact scores! Not sure how much emphasis they put on the written answers but I was quite happy with mine

Hope is kindled.

 

[bangarangbass39]

Is RPC no longer providng the london DTC

 

[Lollipopx]

Has anyone heard back from DAC Beachcroft following the written exercise?

I'm still waiting

 

[Lollipopx]

I got a TI for the vac scheme with those exact scores! Not sure how much emphasis they put on the written answers but I was quite happy with mine

How did you structure your written please? I put headings and then mini-paras rather than writing whole prose essay style answers

 

[nonlawstudent98]

Is RPC no longer providng the london DTC

The website says applications are opening on 30th March so I think they pushed back the opening date

 

[ADhillon01]

Is Pennington Marches non-rolling? May throw in a last min app(earance)

 

[ADhillon01]

Also, for the same reasons above, can anyone say if Shoosmiths is worth a last min app(earance) thanks

 

[nonlawstudent98]

Is Pennington Marches non-rolling? May throw in a last min app(earance)

Also, for the same reasons above, can anyone say if Shoosmiths is worth a last min app(earance) thanks

Not sure if they are rolling or not but as far as I'm aware no one has progressed with either of them yet for DTC. I think if you can get quality applications in in time then its always worth it!

 

[lawzade02]

Hi everyone!

Does anyone the exact application deadline for Ashurst DTC? I know it is tomorrow, but I cannot find the time. Thanks!

 

[Futuretrainee002]

Hi everyone!

Does anyone the exact application deadline for Ashurst DTC? I know it is tomorrow, but I cannot find the time. Thanks!

Hey, Ashurst always closes their applications at 12pm (Noon).

 

[lawzade02]

Hey, Ashurst always closes their applications at 12pm (Noon).

Thanks!

 

[Lawlilly]

Any tips for CMS AC? First ever AC and I am cr*pping it

 

[adfs456]

Have many people heard back from Bristows to scehdule a final round interview? Like this if you provided your availability and are still waiting pls

 

[htc1001]

Did the Kennedys Newcastle Healthcare DTC final interview yesterday w/ partner and senior associate.
Reading everyone else's posts, it looks like I'll be waiting a while to hear back

 

[drury128]

Hi @Abbie Whitlock

Just pushing through a last minute app for Kingsley Napley and was having some trouble with differentiating the questions:

The questions are:

1. What have you learned about Kingsley Napley that makes you genuinely excited to train with us? Please share specific examples that reflect your understanding of our work, client base and culture, and explain how these connect to your own aspirations.

I understand this is the usual WHY KN?

2. Becoming a solicitor requires dedication, resilience, and a long-term commitment to professional growth. What motivates you to pursue this path, and how have you demonstrated commitment in working towards this goal so far?

This is about the skills/experience I have for the role of a trainee or should this be why aw specifically as they mention commitment to this 'goal'?
I interviewed for a paralegal role there but didn't get thru which sparked my interest in the firm and also attended the open day. Should I mention this here?

3. Integrity is one of Kingsley Napley's core values, underpinning trust, accountability, and ethical decision-making. Can you describe a situation in which you were faced with a difficult choice that tested your integrity. What was the context, what decision did you make, and what did you learn from the experience?

I do have some examples of some difficult work situations where I took responsibility, and took a high moral ground to do tasks beyond my usual role to achieve desired outcome for the firm/client. Would that be okay?

4. How do you think large generational differences are shaping the workplace, and what challenges or opportunities might this create for you personally?
Completely unsure of this.


I would really appreciate your insights on this.