TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[Mara]

I’d expect firms to look at different things here, but if I had to summarise themes: (1) how well you communicate it so someone with no knowledge of the topic can clearly understand it, (2) the depth of your analysis, and (3) how convincingly you demonstrate a genuine interest.

I think the commercial issue chosen is also relevant. It makes sense to have something to talk about that is relevant to the firm's clients.

Thanks so much both

 

[Kakaboo]

Hi! I have BBC at A level but a 2:1 (67%) at uni, and I am on track for a distinction in my conversion. I know law firms like A&O and Herbert’s say no a level requirements but is it worth applying?

 

[studenttolawyer]

Hi! I have BBC at A level but a 2:1 (67%) at uni, and I am on track for a distinction in my conversion. I know law firms like A&O and Herbert’s say no a level requirements but is it worth applying?

From my point of view, if they say there's no A-level requirement, just go for it. You won't find out unless you try, and it's always worth it.

 

[htrizzy100]

Does anyone know if A&O WVS is rolling or not?

 

[wqueens8]

Thanks. They just got back to me and I was waitlisted for the Bristol Office. What are the chances that I'll come off the waitlist? Because I don't think people decline vac scheme offers especially since this one is in Sept so it's not clashing with others

Some might! I unfortunately got rejected, but if I was accepted I would’ve had to decline now as I’ve started a new job and it’s too short notice to have a week off.

 

[wqueens8]

Does anyone know if A&O WVS is rolling or not?

Non-rolling

 

[Jessica Pearson]

Does anyone know what questions Ashurst has asked in the past for their winter vac scheme?

 

[billyonthespeeddial]

Does anyone know what questions Ashurst has asked in the past for their winter vac scheme?

Omg it's Jessica Pearson!

Here you go queen

Each 300 words

What has motivated you to pursue a career in commercial law and more specifically, why have you applied to Ashurst?

In 300 words, provide some examples of the key skills that you have gained through your work experience, extracurricular activities, or studies that you think would make you a good trainee at Ashurst.

In 300 words, tell us about your hobbies and interests.

Can you provide an example of a recent set back you have had, and how you have overcome this?

 

[Jessica Pearson]

Omg it's Jessica Pearson!

Here you go queen

Each 300 words

What has motivated you to pursue a career in commercial law and more specifically, why have you applied to Ashurst?

In 300 words, provide some examples of the key skills that you have gained through your work experience, extracurricular activities, or studies that you think would make you a good trainee at Ashurst.

In 300 words, tell us about your hobbies and interests.

Can you provide an example of a recent set back you have had, and how you have overcome this?

Thanks queen x

 

[rapunzel]

Not yet! @Ram Sabaratnam is currently working on an open day/insight scheme tracker, but we will add this to the list!

Thank you so much, that would be so helpful!

 

[amrita6399]

Is the Wilkie open day app through TCLA going to be assessed on rolling basis?

 

[LoveAspireLAW]

anyone have any insight/tips into eversheds AC (specifically ME if you have exp) - I can give tips on MC and US firms AC's

 

[MusaMoses]

anyone have any insight/tips into eversheds AC (specifically ME if you have exp) - I can give tips on MC and US firms AC's

Hi, have you received an AC invite and if so, when?

 

[thelawstudent]

Anyone else randomly receive an arctic shores invite from NRF today…?🤣🤣🤣🤣

Recruitment cycle not open yet, no online app sent

 

[amrita6399]

Submitted my first app of the cycle today! 🤞

 

[thelawstudent]

Omg it's Jessica Pearson!

Here you go queen

Each 300 words

What has motivated you to pursue a career in commercial law and more specifically, why have you applied to Ashurst?

In 300 words, provide some examples of the key skills that you have gained through your work experience, extracurricular activities, or studies that you think would make you a good trainee at Ashurst.

In 300 words, tell us about your hobbies and interests.

Can you provide an example of a recent set back you have had, and how you have overcome this?

Hey, thanks for this! 🏆
Do ashurst tend to keep their WVS questions the same year on year?

 

[Zaine1010]

1st rejection of the pre-application cycle. Applied to Dac Beachcroft September Vacation Scheme and got my rejection this AM! Time to reflect and then on to the next bulk of appsG

1st rejection of the pre-application cycle. Applied to Dac Beachcroft September Vacation Scheme and got my rejection this AM! Time to reflect and then on to the next bulk of apps!

Got my rejection email yesterday! It did dent my confidence a little since this is my first cycle, but plenty more applications to make.

 

[futuresolicitor2028]

Got my rejection email yesterday! It did dent my confidence a little since this is my first cycle, but plenty more applications to make.

I empathise it did sting, but my perspective is maybe its a learning opportunity given it was before the other applications even opened!