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Either is likely to work, but I would include it in your work experience section. This was always where I used to list my experience in my university’s legal advice clinic, and I never ran into any issues!
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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Either is likely to work, but I would include it in your work experience section. This was always where I used to list my experience in my university’s legal advice clinic, and I never ran into any issues!
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I’ve been in a similar position, and it’s totally understandable to not want to share the full report!
In most cases, firms just need confirmation of the diagnosis, not the entire document. A screenshot or PDF of the conclusion / summary page (with your name and date visible) is usually enough. It is completely fine to redact any personal information that isn’t relevant as well.
If you’re unsure, you could email the firm and explain that you’re happy to provide proof but would prefer to share only the relevant section for privacy reasons - they’re likely to be very understanding!
I hope that helps
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Whilst I can only speak from the perspective of the UK offices, I’d say it’s totally fine to still discuss Diversity and Inclusion in your application if that’s one of your main motivations, as this is still applicable to the firm.
As far as I’m aware, the Business Inclusion Groups still exist in the UK offices as I was able to join PRISM when I started!
I hope that provides some clarification
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You can definitely include a mix - the question invites you to talk about any interests, extracurriculars, positions of responsibility, or achievements, so mentioning one of each seems like a great way to show variety and depth. If you are going to discuss quite a few, I would make sure to focus on quality over quantity - try to make sure you are discussing the skills and competencies to fully answer the question.
For the “how you developed these” part, you don’t need to go into loads of detail - just briefly explain what you did in that activity that helped you develop that skill.
It could help to structure each example like this:
What was the activity -> What did you do -> What skills did you build -> How / Why is that relevant
Keep it concise and purposeful - and if you can show how the skills are transferable to a legal environment, that’s also great!
Good luck with your application!
I think they send them out in batches? I got 4332 as well, some people here seem to think there will be no other VIs given out, but last year I got 4443 and got my interview 4 days after everyone.
It is equally plausible that they will just not send anything else out though. can I ask what u got?
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same 😀😀Thanks for sharing that.
I did mine on 19 Sept and heard nothing back
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As a career changer, you definitely don’t need to be discussing uni societies from 10 years ago. Instead, I would try to focus on what you currently do (or have recently done) outside of your day job - volunteering, mentoring, side projects, sports, or involvement in work committees (e.g. D&I).
Even achievements within your career can work if they show initiative or values that align with the firm - just frame them less as “work experience” and more as part of who you are outside of the typical role!
The aim is to show that you are well-rounded, engaged, and that you bring transferable skills from your interests and hobbies.
I hope that helps!
Thanks, this helps a lot.Hello!
As a career changer, you definitely don’t need to be discussing uni societies from 10 years ago. Instead, I would try to focus on what you currently do (or have recently done) outside of your day job - volunteering, mentoring, side projects, sports, or involvement in work committees (e.g. D&I).
Even achievements within your career can work if they show initiative or values that align with the firm - just frame them less as “work experience” and more as part of who you are outside of the typical role!
The aim is to show that you are well-rounded, engaged, and that you bring transferable skills from your interests and hobbies.
I hope that helps!
Still at a bit of a loss though. Between working full time, doing my PGDL and now SQE1 prep, and applying to firms, I don't really have time for interests, hobbies and side projects anymore. I'll draw into what I did in my 20s, maybe. Thanks!
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I totally get that, and I felt a similar way when I was first applying a few years ago as I generally didn’t have many hobbies or extracurriculars outside of study / work. I tried to discuss things I did when I had some spare time, and that I enjoyed occasionally - for example, reading!
I’d say it’s totally fine to draw on past experiences if needed - you can still discuss the transferable skills that they gave you, as that will absolutely still be relevant
Wishing you the best of luck!
Thanks! That does help a lot.Hey
I totally get that, and I felt a similar way when I was first applying a few years ago as I generally didn’t have many hobbies or extracurriculars outside of study / work. I tried to discuss things I did when I had some spare time, and that I enjoyed occasionally - for example, reading!
I’d say it’s totally fine to draw on past experiences if needed - you can still discuss the transferable skills that they gave you, as that will absolutely still be relevant
Wishing you the best of luck!
Thought as much. Thank you so much 😊Hi!
Great question - in this context, “deal” is likely referencing transactional work, so things such as M&A, private equity, project finance, capital markets (e.g. IPOs), etc. These are typically the types of matters firms highlight as “deals” on their websites.
Litigation and arbitration wouldn’t usually fall under “deals”, since those are contentious matters rather than transactions.
So I’d recommend choosing something from White & Case’s transactional work - M&A is a solid option, but IPOs or major infrastructure or project finance deals are just as valid. I would go with whichever you are most interested in!
I hope that helps
Hi @Abbie Whitlock , I am applying to both an Open Day and VS for one firm but one of the questions for the Open Day and VS is exactly the same, how should I go about answering this, is it fine to copy and paste?
Yes, I got the same as you actually thats why I was wondering haha. the fact that last year you got an interview 4 days later than everyone is somehow reassuring so thanks for the info it helped!
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