TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[MustardSeed]

I applied tc but mine said vac scheme as well

Okay! So it’s not just me then. I’ve asked for clarification and am now waiting to hear back from them - hopefully it’s just a system error!

 

[DesperateStudent]

So Orrick have given AC invites despite not responding to people post application. It really gets to a point. It’s August. Most of those that apply via DTC are ready to undertake PGDL and/or SQE with the start date of these course being the first week of September it’s highly frustrating being left in limbo at such a crucial point especially if you have notice periods.

 

[baj5]

I applied tc but mine said vac scheme as well

Can I ask when you submitted your WG?

 

[JM15.]

Has anyone who applied for the regional offices heard anything from PMC (Penningtons)? Good or bad?

I haven’t heard anything either way either

 

[WillYouGiveMeATC]

Walker Morris anyone

 

[futuretraineeyay]

If anybody has interviewed with SM for TC pls lmk if you hear back...

 

[Deleted member 33582]

@Abbie Whitlock hi! How can I close my account?

 

[tc_cc]

No news currently either! I don’t know if rejections have been sent out yet or not as those were going out asap..

When they say it could take until the w/c 17th do they mean by the 17th or could it be into that week?

 

[mrebeccafr]

When they say it could take until the w/c 17th do they mean by the 17th or could it be into that week?

It could go until the end of that week - previously when they gave us a date with a W/C, they emailed us on the monday of the W/C, so could be the case again.. I think they say W/C so that they have the extra time if needed

 

[TCGrad1642]

Guys still nothing from Stephenson Harwood, didn’t someone say they would have got back to us by now?

 

[Abbie Whitlock]

@Abbie Whitlock hi! How can I close my account?

Hi!

Please could you DM me on this? Happy to sort for you!

 

[Legal12345]

Anyone heard from K&L Gates?

 

[Legalnomad]

Anyone heard from Paul Hastings ?

 

[nonlawstudent98]

For those with Orrick AC, how long after completing the WG did you receive the invite? (and congratulations!!)

 

[nonlawstudent98]

I have a general question. I'm thinking of doing the GDL with the College of Legal Practice. I am wondering, for firms that would require non-law grads to do the PGDL, if the GDL is sufficient? i.e. if I did this and then secured a training contract with a firm, would I only have to do the SQE?

 

[Goodbyetc]

Do you

For those with Orrick AC, how long after completing the WG did you receive the invite? (and congratulations!!)

Two days, v quick turnaround!

 

[misguidedoptimisim]

As a long time lurker I created this account in preparation for another cycle but have now received an offer at a firm I really like.

Just wanted to wish everyone well and to encourage you all to keep at it, particularly those like me, who had imperfect aspects of their applications for whatever reason. This is by far the most difficult thing I have ever done and it takes a huge toll. You will get there!

 

[Abbie Whitlock]

As a long time lurker I created this account in preparation for another cycle but have now received an offer at a firm I really like.

Just wanted to wish everyone well and to encourage you all to keep at it, particularly those like me, who had imperfect aspects of their applications for whatever reason. This is by far the most difficult thing I have ever done and it takes a huge toll. You will get there!

Huge congratulations on your offer - that is amazing news! I hope you take some time to celebrate your fantastic achievement