TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Harvey Specter]

Spongebob & Patrick PFO. Oh well. Onwards and upwards.

Tom & Jerry PFO guys… This is despite going to 4 selective open days, completing an SJT, WG, VI, Amberjack, WE and AC… On to the next cycle smh.

 

[Bread]

Why is Gibson Dunn in your cross section?

Gotta be hopeful that the feedback will be positive, no?

I'm waiting for feedback myself as well so gotta think positive.

I’m assuming that the cross means that they have received a rejection and are waiting to hear the feedback post the interview and rejection

 

[I’m a celebrity get me out of here - VS/TC edn]

bro you don't have to keep replying, it's completely optional.

also I don't think that was even referencing the original dispute between you & Harvey, it seemed more like (justified) cynicism about firms' approach to these matters.

Mate stop. My point stands regardless if Jaysen was talking about that or not. And this is a prime example. Why would I not stand up for myself when I have 3 other users down my throat then another 5 reacting.

I’m here to get insight as much as anyone else but I do believe disputes are dragged on here beyond this situation.

 

[I’m a celebrity get me out of here - VS/TC edn]

What are you on about 😭
I was referring to my own experience at an ac🤣
This aint about you.
But if you need them, ask for them and be relentless about it, no harm in it.

You post was referencing the adjustment meme someone posted which started between myself and another user therefore I used your response as mine to address the entire situation. So yes I thought it was about me. Damnnnn why you guys soo feisty. You need an AC to keep you busy or smth😭

 

[Dannie]

anyone have any Jones Day AC insights?

 

[I’m a celebrity get me out of here - VS/TC edn]

likewise.

 

[Legallywhatever]

Pehaps a silly question but do I actually have a chance of getting a DTC without having done a vac scheme? I have quite a lot of experience (legal and non-legal)

(Specifically for Burges Salmon but also just generally?)

 

[shadowboxer909]

God, you guys are catty...

 

[Novaa]

The data server running the forum:

 

[TheGeek12]

You guys drag things out. Jaysen said chill and you’re still going on. It’s very childish. It makes posting daunting because you all jump on a bandwagon.

Also I’m neurodiverse so not sure if you were trying to paint me out as if I hate those that ask for adjustments.

 

[jagath]

clearly some aspiring litigators in here

 

[TheGeek12]

Omg guys I just got an AC at Lilo & Stitch LLP! Any insights are very much appreciated cheers!​

Just remember:

And also commercial awareness is super important

 

[TheGeek12]

Tom & Jerry PFO guys… This is despite going to 4 selective open days, completing an SJT, WG, VI, Amberjack, WE and AC… On to the next cycle smh.

I'm on to the partner interview!

They are super competitive tho...

 

[solicitor_2028]

Guys what all firms have VS apps still open pls? xx

 

[Z48]

Guys what all firms have VS apps still open pls? xx

Work placement scheme deadlines | Vacation scheme deadlines

This page is designed to provide a list of firms' work placement scheme deadlines, also called vacation scheme deadlines.

www.lawcareers.net

 

[spamelinazoid]

um.

?

 

[trainee4u]

God, you guys are catty...

Me at bottom right on the zoom proceedings.

 

[LaDiva]

Foot Anstey - any insights on their 4, yes ,four, VI questions??!!! 😩😩😩 I've just completed the first bit, now onto the VI, which, in general, I absolutely adore...NOT!!! Any help is greatly appreciated!!!

PS: I must add that, unlike some veterans in here, it's my first cycle, so I don't really have much to offer in exchange, except my deepest gratitutes!! Oh, actually, I can offer 2nd stage for Macfarlanes and, huhm, no that's it for now

 

[kukubird]

LC about Cleary: "Trainees have flexibility in their areas of work[...] and on qualification [...] can choose to work overseas if they so desire."

What exactly does that mean?

Link: https://www.legalcheek.com/firm/cleary-gottlieb-steen-hamilton/

From my internship at the firm, so I may be wrong. Trainees typically aren’t placed in seats and can get work from across departments.

They have quite a few internationally qualified lawyers working in the London office and I assume from the wording it’s also possible to move as an England&Wales qualified lawyer.

 

[trainee4u]

?

just the "in your 20s" comment. I wish!