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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

yuhhhh

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Oct 28, 2025
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Hi! Very long shot but I have a Milbank AC on Jan 7th which I sadly may not be able to attend due to work commitments. They weren't able to offer a later date, so I thought about asking here in case one of you has the same problem and would like to swap dates (if it's even allowed, not quite sure yet). I realise this is super unlikely but do lmk :)
I volunteer as tribute to take your spot on Jan 7th (I have not been invited to the Milbank AC)
 
For those that have previously applied to Perkins, what has been the timeline of hearing back post app?
This is what it says on their Linkedin re the process so I'm assuming by the end of next week we will have some more info

1. Application Deadline: 2 January 2026.
2. HR Screening Interviews: 19 – 30 January 2026.
3. Virtual Competency Interviews: 02 – 13 February 2026.
4. In-Person Case Study Interviews: 16 – 23 February 2026.
 

baj5

Distinguished Member
Oct 19, 2023
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This is what it says on their Linkedin re the process so I'm assuming by the end of next week we will have some more info

1. Application Deadline: 2 January 2026.
2. HR Screening Interviews: 19 – 30 January 2026.
3. Virtual Competency Interviews: 02 – 13 February 2026.
4. In-Person Case Study Interviews: 16 – 23 February 2026.
Thank you!
 

WeGotThis!

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    I have to submit a written exercise for a boutique law firm, and they require me to write a 500-word paragraph on an assigned topic. I need suggestions on structuring the answer and whether I am required to connect it to the firm, as the topic for the written exercise is rather generic. @Abbie Whitlock and @Andrei Radu would love your insights, too.
     
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    radssss

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    Aug 16, 2024
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    has anyone heard back post stage 2 for hogan lovells summer vs? (Or does anyone know when we might hear back)
    Their website says they send tests on a rolling basis but ac invites are sent after all applications have been reviewed! You might have to wait considering some of us got the stage 2 today :)

    On that note, do you have any tips for stage 2 and is the vi part of it competency motivational or commercial or a mix of all? Thank you :)
     
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    Harvey Specter

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    Jul 4, 2024
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    Looks like it’s gna be yet another day without any app updates for me smh.

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