TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[nonliquetagain]

Do any firms still have vacation scheme applications open? Or has this cycle (for vacation schemes) come to a close?

faegre drinker closes february 28

 

[Novaa]

When people say to use PESTLE or SWOT for case studies, how does that actually look in practice?

I understand what each letter stands for, but I’m confused about how people are using them. Are they meant to be used: In the discussion itself, in the written case study exercise, or just as a way to spot issues during prep?

I tried using it in an assessment centre before, but it felt quite forced (I think because I hadn’t connected the dots of using it LOL)

 

[Legallywhatever]

Has anyone applied for grad solicitor apprenticeships? If so why/why not?

 

[Applicant7874652]

Hi, hope everyone's doing well! I've received a White & Case written exercise, and I don't think I've ever done something like it. Are written exercises usually summary tasks, or argumentative (?), or something more mysterious? Thank you!

Usually they test summary and presentation skills so dw

 

[user55998384]

anyone who has applied for a kirkland OD - was the deadline at 23:59?

 

[Rosie_Kitten]

Hey guys, hoping for a week full of positive progressions for everybody. I know I am overdue some good news. Gonna do the AC dance extra hard...


And remember, no matter what, stay positive and supportive of others in this thread!

 

[Harvey Specter - Presiding Partner]

Hey guys, hoping for a week full of positive progressions for everybody. I know I am overdue some good news. Gonna do the AC dance extra hard...


And remember, no matter what, stay positive and supportive of others in this thread!

I’m hoping for some good news for the upcoming week. It will be a nice belated birthday present too haha. Gna join in on the AC/VS dance: ​

 

[Novaa]

I’m hoping for some good news for the upcoming week. It will be a nice belated birthday present too haha. Gna join in on the AC/VS dance: ​

happy belated birthday!!

 

[Dannie]

Wishing us luck for the week ahead!!

 

[Harvey Specter - Presiding Partner]

happy belated birthday!!

Thank you!! It’s acc today haha so technically not belated just yet ygm. Hoping we all hear good news over the next few days and weeks. ​

 

[law123456789]

Hey! I have my slaughters interview tomorrow - any last tips / insights / advice to prepare (@Abbie Whitlock)

 

[Rosie_Kitten]

Thank you!! It’s acc today haha so technically not belated just yet ygm. Hoping we all hear good news over the next few days and weeks. ​

Happy birthday!!!! Celebrating virtually with you m8!

 

[Novaa]

Thank you!! It’s acc today haha so technically not belated just yet ygm. Hoping we all hear good news over the next few days and weeks. ​

Law firms… Harvey has spoken. The birthday wish is for TCs for everyone. Figure something out, you’ve got this

 

[AGB2060]

Hey! I have my slaughters interview tomorrow - any last tips / insights / advice to prepare (@Abbie Whitlock)

When I say know why law, I MEAN IT, at least for mine. I wasn't directly asked the usual why commercial lawyer but so so many questions emphasising it
What made you study law at uni
What made you do the switch from X to wanting to be commercial lawyer
Why not that original career
Why not x career (based on experiences)
Well if that's your reason, then why not Y career?
Just have logical answers and conclusions to why your journey has gone the way it has. Overall, it is VERY partner specific and each interview will vary.
Be prepared to talk about your HS subject choices, Uni choices, fav modules etc.

I was also weirdly asked how many hours I study per week etc haha

Goodluck!

 

[law123456789]

When I say know why law, I MEAN IT, at least for mine. I wasn't directly asked the usual why commercial lawyer but so so many questions emphasising it
What made you study law at uni
What made you do the switch from X to wanting to be commercial lawyer
Why not that original career
Why not x career (based on experiences)
Well if that's your reason, then why not Y career?
Just have logical answers and conclusions to why your journey has gone the way it has. Overall, it is VERY partner specific and each interview will vary.
Be prepared to talk about your HS subject choices, Uni choices, fav modules etc.

I was also weirdly asked how many hours I study per week etc haha

Goodluck!

Thank you so much!

 

[Rosie_Kitten]

Based on recent news, I guess we'll likely hear this coming week from Clyde & Co and CRS...

 

[qwerty!]

If at an AC I'm asked 'which other firms have you applied to', would it be wise to mention that I have a vac scheme at a firm quite similar to the one I'm interviewing at? I'm not sure whether this would reflect positively on me, or if it might seem like idc about the firm I'm interviewing at currently??? any thoughts would be super helpful

 

[cooked2000]

Do TCLA offer written exercises for case studies as I would really like to get feedback on work ahead of my ACs

 

[Unknowncabbage]

If at an AC I'm asked 'which other firms have you applied to', would it be wise to mention that I have a vac scheme at a firm quite similar to the one I'm interviewing at? I'm not sure whether this would reflect positively on me, or if it might seem like idc about the firm I'm interviewing at currently??? any thoughts would be super helpful

I think it definitely helps to be honest, but just make sure that you have prepped a response to 'which firm would you choose if you got a TC at both' (well something along those lines). When you answer it make sure you actually talk about the reasons for choosing the firm you're interviewing at rather than saying why you would not choose the other firm (if that makes sense)

 

[qwerty!]

I think it definitely helps to be honest, but just make sure that you have prepped a response to 'which firm would you choose if you got a TC at both' (well something along those lines). When you answer it make sure you actually talk about the reasons for choosing the firm you're interviewing at rather than saying why you would not choose the other firm (if that makes sense)

thanks so much, this is really helpful!