TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Afraz Akhtar]

One of the OC application question is: "Have you been a part of any professional services support programmes in the last 5 years? Please outline those that you have participate in below - this could include (but is not limited to) mentoring programmes, work experience opportunities, scholarships and diversity access schemes with other organisations."

I was a part of the committee for a social-mobility organisation outside university (this was remote work) + a part-time customer facing role (NOT professional services)- was wondering if these come within the ambit of this question?

I'm afraid I don't have any experiences specifically for this answer and that would disadvantage my application

@solicitor_2028 I'm not sure if this is still the case, but I think the question was optional and not mandatory - so I don't know how much of a difference it would make if you didn't have anything to say here. Given what their graduate recruitment team have said in the past, I think this question is more about diversity - so you can include your committee work for a social mobility organisation, but the general idea is things that have supported you. This is where things like aspiring solicitors, grow mentoring, BAME programmes etc would come in. So don't worry too much!

 

[Gottagetthroughthis101]

When did you apply ?

when did you apply ?

I applied on the deadline, did SJT and VI over Sunday and Monday

 

[Gottagetthroughthis101]

did not know Bank of England offers TC that's unfortunate I would have been very interested to apply

It’s a graduate solicitor apprenticeship

 

[Afraz Akhtar]

Does anyone have any advice for the Weil case study, or just case studies in general?
I don't really know what to expect or how to best prepare.
Thanks!

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[ArthurWeasleyLaw]

I have just submitted my application for Cleary. Will it probably be too late considering how rolling they are?

 

[Suii]

Can someone who has applied for OC help out a friend and give advice on structure for Q2. The question is - What work has Osborne Clarke done recently that is of particular interest to you? Why are you interested and inspired by this work? (Max 300 Words)

I have looked at a deal but am not sure how much I should go into the deal and how much of my interest and my experiences which link to my interest in the deal.

 

[zonnonomo]

I have just submitted my application for Cleary. Will it probably be too late considering how rolling they are?

nope! i applied on deadline and made ac last year

 

[FutureTraineeMaybe]

Waiting to hear back after an AC is torture😭😭😭

 

[loaf]

Addleshaw Goddard VI. Would really appreciate any insights / tips

 

[TortillaTC]

I applied on the deadline, did SJT and VI over Sunday and Monday

If you don't mind telling us, how did you balance your personal experiences vs 'what you'd actually do' in the situational VI questions? I feel like I overdid the personal experience bit and that might be the problem

 

[fTS3002]

Has anyone heard back from Dechert post app for Summer VS? I have seen WE invites, but was not sure whether it was for spring or summer

 

[Gottagetthroughthis101]

If you don't mind telling us, how did you balance your personal experiences vs 'what you'd actually do' in the situational VI questions? I feel like I overdid the personal experience bit and that might be the problem

See I thought I completely messed up because I didnt draw on my personal experience bar in the last question briefly. I found it very difficult to try and cover everything in 2 minutes so I felt like I explained my process/way of thinking more than talking about my experience

 

[TortillaTC]

See I thought I completely messed up because I didnt draw on my personal experience bar in the last question briefly. I found it very difficult to try and cover everything in 2 minutes so I felt like I explained my process/way of thinking more than talking about my experience

Thank you!! I think you picked the better strategy after all ahahha

Too bad I won’t find out if it was my VI or that 3 on my Amberjack that was the issue

 

[c.t.tc]

Anyone that has done an AC at TW before, what are some things that you genuinely think were helpful to have prepared beforehand? Would be super grateful!

 

[Dannie]

does cleary do acs in batches...

 

[FoodieMcFoodieBigBack]

Thank you so much for the advice, @Afraz Akhtar ! I really appreciate the swift reply. Just as a follow-up, how should I approach writing the email? Should I mention that I have a clashing AC, even though I booked a time slot for Firm A first, or should I keep it vague and say I have "immovable academic commitments"?

@Afraz Akhtar I'm so sorry to double tag, it's quite urgent and I'd really appreciate your guidance. Thank you so much and once again apologies for the double tag 😓

 

[2ndCycle74]

What is one of the biggest challenges or opportunities for a firm like X in the current market? - Any tips/ideas/advice on how to approach this question in an interview? Would appreciate any help!

 

[EMB]

Clyde and co VI and Bank of england VI!

 

[user123987]

Addleshaw Goddard VI. Would really appreciate any insights / tips

Congratulations! Which office is this for?

 

[j.a55293]

Has anyone heard from AG for the London office OGC TC?