TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Hopeful applicant]

Lol I never got a Debevoise SJT invite lmao. So probs a PFO ig

Sorry for the confusion - there is no SJT for Debevoise. I just meant that some firms do really low-resolution screening before the AC's.

Fingers crossed!

 

[radssss]

Is March not a bit late for spring ? #pfoinbound

Yes, I feel like they’re gonna send ac invites by end Feb first and then send pfos later by end march

 

[ArthurWeasleyLaw]

Debevoise OD invite.

 

[Rosie_Kitten]

Is March not a bit late for spring ? #pfoinbound

It is late, but still feasible. If it's a June VS, anytime before then they can make decisions (although historically they did AC's in Feb, it might be impossible to screen all the VIs before then). It could also be that they gave a pessimistic date to stop people from emailing them before asking for updates/information. Now they have the freedom to take time without having random applicants on their backs.

 

[legal18]

is this for dtc or vs? thanks

VS!

 

[Jessica Pearson - Managing Partner]

Sorry for the confusion - there is no SJT for Debevoise. I just meant that some firms do really low-resolution screening before the AC's.

Fingers crossed!

Yeah. I just need to rest lmao. All this PFOs have me STRESSED and CONFUSED

 

[Rosie_Kitten]

Yeah. I just need to rest lmao. All this PFOs have me STRESSED and CONFUSED

microcosm for business and economics - it's possible to run a business with a good or bad economy. Uncertainty is the death of businesses.

EDIT: I don't recommend talking about firms not responding as a metaphor for business economics in an interview!

 

[nicoledm]

Just checked my Pinsent Masons account and got PFO post VI, didnt even get an email

 

[marshall]

Hi all! Does anyone have any advice for the Debevoise Open Day e.g. how to prepare, what will they ask? Thank you so much!

 

[anon78365222111]

Just checked my Pinsent Masons account and got PFO post VI, didnt even get an email

That’s wild ngl, firms be ruthless

 

[Afuturetrainee]

@Abbie Whitlock Is it advisable to email firms asking to move scheme dates. I selected summer for some apps but it looks like I can do mostly spring now. Is this advisable or should I just wait to see if I'm progressed for summer?

 

[user397485]

when will we hear from slaughter post interview

 

[T. Rainee]

So I stopped vaping 24 hours ago cos I’m sick of depending on flavoured battery powered air and now my anxiety for everything is through the roof, especially since firms are not getting back to me! Well, I did get Farrer PFO post app for VS yesterday, but managed to get to first stage interview last cycle for DTC

If I start spamming then pls turn a blind eye, I’m going through it atm

This is soooooo real omg

 

[TCLAuser2002]

Just checked my Pinsent Masons account and got PFO post VI, didnt even get an email

Dubai Gateway or normal VS/TC

 

[Hopeful applicant]

when will we hear from slaughter post interview

if you are unsuccesful it can be around a week. If they think you have a chance it can be longer, as they reach out to referees. (2/3 weeks)

(edit: YMMV -- take it with a grain of salt)

 

[SBD total 1000lbs (and an applicant)]

What podcasts do you guys use to stay up to date commercially?

the FT one

 

[lawcool]

Osborne Clarke virtual assessment centre, could cry as I really thought I flopped the online test

 

[Careergal]

Hey, I have an upcoming AC with a US firm where the structure is: motivation interview, written exercise and group assessment. I was just wondering if anyone had any tips on how best to prepare for these exercises and with a US firm too (as this is my first time) I'd greatly appreciate ANYTHING!

 

[yasmars]

OMG OC virtual assessment centre!!!! I feel like I’m dreaming

 

[lawcool]

OMG OC virtual assessment centre!!!! I feel like I’m dreaming

Literally SAME!!! Go us