Oh I see!! Thank you so much! And there’s no VI? I just did a VI today on shortlister so I associated the website with videos hahaha
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
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Do you guys think Grad team are working tomorrow and on Fri? Wonder whether I will hear anything from them over the next 4 days.
Yup no VI but written responses for motivation/firm knowledge instead
are you actually asking if they’re working on Christmas Day
guys PLEASE SWITCH OFF FOR ONE DAY THIS IS NOT HEALTHY
oh wow in the initial SJT assessment? Ive never done a written response before haha this is interesting - would it be timed like a VI?
Anyone else hoping to find a vac scheme and TC under their tree tomorrow morning?? Like Santa, I'll even take an AC at this point !
I think it really depends on the word limit. For Stephenson Harwood, I wrote 450 words for their app qs which had a 600 word limit and progressed to the SJT and VI. For firms that give a 250-300 word limit, I try to reach as close to the limit as possible. I avoid fluff and extra detail by structuring my answers to 2-3 points per question.
Hope this helps
This is such a dumb question but does anyone know where the countdown timer on the Willkie VI was? Four questions in and I still could't find it
Hey!
I wouldn't assume a PFO if you haven't heard yet and you applied on the deadline! Whilst it seems that some people who applied around the deadline have been hearing back, the graduate recruitment team receive hundreds of applications over the last few days so it may be that they haven't been able to get to them all before Christmas! There's still chance to hear back, especially since I believe the ACs are in January
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That's a good question, and something I thought about when making my Reed Smith DTC application (as I had two upcoming vacation schemes at that point). Ultimately, I think either option is perfectly acceptable - I chose to include them in my DTC application as, like you said, the experience would be confirmed by then and it can show that you will be gaining some form of legal experience. However, I don't think including it will substantially boost your application (as the focus will be on the quality of your application overall), so not including it is also fine. I would go with whichever option you are most comfortable with
perfect, thank you so much Abbie!!Hello!
That's a good question, and something I thought about when making my Reed Smith DTC application (as I had two upcoming vacation schemes at that point). Ultimately, I think either option is perfectly acceptable - I chose to include them in my DTC application as, like you said, the experience would be confirmed by then and it can show that you will be gaining some form of legal experience. However, I don't think including it will substantially boost your application (as the focus will be on the quality of your application overall), so not including it is also fine. I would go with whichever option you are most comfortable with
No problem at all!
Yes, the process is separate in the beginning, but merges once you get to the final stages! Just make sure you tick both the 'Training Contract' and 'Vacation Scheme' options on the application form, as otherwise you do have to submit a separate DTC application (which I found out the hard way...).
Best of luck with your application!!
Simmons assessment - high numerical and verbal but 5,5,7 on the pillars :/ - they’re kinda harsh with the marking. I applied on the deadline day and took my chances but have people been invited to the ac for the summer vac scheme or already given the ac?
Side note - I always hate the “why do u want to work with us” vi question which firms ask, how much ever I prepare for it, I always fall short of time to explain it or fumble.
Side note - I always hate the “why do u want to work with us” vi question which firms ask, how much ever I prepare for it, I always fall short of time to explain it or fumble.
Tysm for the pointer and adviceNo problem at all!
Yes, the process is separate in the beginning, but merges once you get to the final stages! Just make sure you tick both the 'Training Contract' and 'Vacation Scheme' options on the application form, as otherwise you do have to submit a separate DTC application (which I found out the hard way...).
Best of luck with your application!!
)The website really doesn’t make the process clear, is it just an AC after, no VI or SJT?
Merry Christmas!
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Merry Christmas to everyone! 
May Santa bring you all the VS and TC offers you want this year!
May Santa bring you all the VS and TC offers you want this year!
Hi @flower1 in terms of actual concepts for competition law, I would break this down as the following:
1. Competition law prohibits anti-competitive agreements
The most serious kinds of anti-competitive agreement are cartels, where two or more businesses agree not to compete with each other, for example by fixing prices, or sharing customers or markets.
2. Competition law prohibits the abuse of a dominant market position
Companies with large shares of a market may be regarded as "dominant". If they behave in ways which exploit customers or exclude their competitors, they may be abusing their market position.
3. Competition law regulates mergers and acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions may be prohibited or regulated if they are likely to substantially lessen competition in a market following completion e.g. they will have very high market share following the merger
Of course the subject itself is more intricate and complex than that, but this should be enough for any AC - as I don’t expect you to be tested heavily on legal concepts.
This might sound a bit silly, but how do people manage feelings of imposter syndrome during a vacation scheme? Some people are naturally very confident socially, and I sometimes feel out of place at London open days and insight events, especially with a northern accent. What are the best ways to overcome that? I think it's mostly psychological rather than actually being able to do anything about it.
Any insights? @Afraz Akhtar @Abbie Whitlock @Andrei Radu
Any insights? @Afraz Akhtar @Abbie Whitlock @Andrei Radu
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