TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[applicant3000]

If grad rec said they'd get back to me 'by Christmas' post-AC but they still haven't (the AC was a month ago), is it worth emailing them? @Abbie Whitlock @Andrei Radu I would appreciate any advice!

 

[Novaa]

HSF Kramer PFO Omgg I thought it would be good news

Update: It’s going to be okay! ONTO THE NEXT

 

[BealMcAlly]

Does anyone know how many questions are in the Bakers VI?

I heard either 3 or 4 with 30s prep time.

 

[sixsevenislife]

does anyone have advice for mishcon test please

 

[M123]

How do Written Exercises work? Is it a standardised process where everyone who is invited does it at the exact same time, or is it staggered? Any insight to this would be appreciated if I was to be invited to one!

 

[i really like clouds :)]

should i be worried if i applied to MDR and haven't got the test yet? ai chatbot completed on 20/11 but i haven't heard anything since

 

[Lawlawland]

TW PFO after that godawful test. Sad coz it's genuine one of the best applications I've ever drafted smh.

 

[Bottega_Veneta]

Any news today from Kirkland? For those who have not received the VI? Is it safe to assume a pfo or they are likely sending in batches?

 

[jessicapearson]

TW PFO after that godawful test. Sad coz it's genuine one of the best applications I've ever drafted smh.

How long ago did you complete the test?

 

[Lawlawland]

How long ago did you complete the test?

On the 19th!

 

[174Tess9y3]

Does anyone have Kennedys vi questions? Can exchange with Latham/CC/Macfarlanes

PM'd you

 

[anonymous31415]

Hi, I just got the Latham AC but have never done an AC before, does anyone have any tips on ACs or Latham?
They would be much appreciated! Thank you so much

 

[BobThebIlly]

YESSS GOWLING VI

I thought it was a PFO bc I was supposed to hear back on 12/12. I emailed grad recruitment this morning asking for a status update and that’s when I got my VI

So gassed. If anyone has any tips please let me know!

 

[DavidJC]

About to submit Sidley and I got jumpscared by an extra question about extra curriculars in the Work Experience section so I guess it's back to drafting for a couple hours

 

[Lawlawland]

@Jaysen such a cool Christmas snow animation Lmao.

I was first worried thinking my screen is being funny

 

[Jaysen]

@Jaysen such a cool Christmas snow animation Lmao.

I was first worried thinking my screen is being funny

Haha, I'm glad you like it. Let me know if the snowflakes get in the way of posting!

 

[Deleted member 43292]

@Jaysen such a cool Christmas snow animation Lmao.

I was first worried thinking my screen is being funny

LMAO wait I thought my screen was dropping dandruff or smth this is so cute
Aww the snowcaps on the pfps haha

 

[Dannie]

hsfk pfo spring applied on deadline. merry xmas i suppose. I thought id get through bc I got it checked, knew the writing was strong, high 2:1 from top russel group + lots of interesting work experience and have done ACs elsewhere

 

[Bottega_Veneta]

hsfk pfo spring applied on deadline. merry xmas i suppose. I thought id get through bc I got it checked, knew the writing was strong, high 2:1 from top russel group + lots of interesting work experience and have done ACs elsewhere

I am sorry to hear this, applications are always very unpredictable! The right firm will recognise your potential!

 

[Unknowncabbage]

Hi, I just got the Latham AC but have never done an AC before, does anyone have any tips on ACs or Latham?
They would be much appreciated! Thank you so much

Congrats, is this for spring and is the AC early Jan?