TCLA Spring & Summer Vacation Scheme Thread 2026

[Abbie Whitlock]

I got a TC! I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone on this thread, and the previous vac scheme application thread for all of your help, support and advice! Words cannot explain how grateful I am to all of you this site is truly a gem!

Huge congratulations!!

That is fantastic news, and I hope you take some time to celebrate all of your hard work!!

 

[haribolover]

I got a TC! I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone on this thread, and the previous vac scheme application thread for all of your help, support and advice! Words cannot explain how grateful I am to all of you this site is truly a gem!

Congratulations!! Extremely well deserved!!

 

[elle.brokovitch]

Huge congratulations!!

That is fantastic news, and I hope you take some time to celebrate all of your hard work!!

Thank you so much Abbie you are literally legendary. All of your help is so appreciated! You truly deserve all the awards in the world for all that you do for future trainees and applicants. Thank you thank you thank you!

 

[elle.brokovitch]

Congratulations!! Extremely well deserved!!

thank you so much

 

[W113380]

This is probably a minor thing and I am definitely overthinking it, but is it an issue that I forgot to complete the post vac scheme feedback questionnaire that graduate recruitment team sent? I understand it is not formally assessed but was wondering how much of an impression that would leave.

 

[WillKitchen]

I hope everyone had a good week.

Things have been a little quiet since submitting the Paul Hastings application. With SQE 1 approaching, I've been cutting back on application work in general. I plan to resume research and drafting by the end of July, and follow-up on the encouraging results from Lee & Thompson and Womble Bond Dickinson. It is good to see that so diverse a selection of firms can recognise the value in my background (even if I'm still one or two steps short of an offer!)

I'll also be refining my interview strategy with the new mentor at Mishcon de Reya. She's invited me to some client events this summer. Should be a fun opportunity to find out more!