TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[TCLAuser2002]

Hey guys, did anyone do the Akin telephone interview today?

 

[applicant3000]

If anyone had imsights on the milbank test, I can share advice for HL (both tests and vi), weil VI, Mayer Brown, Simmons VI + AC, Bird & Bird VI, Akin Telephone Interview, Macfarlanes test + VI!

 

[legallybrunnette]

Hi everyone!

I was wondering if any of you have advice on how to prepare for the Amberjack Reed Smith test. I have heard there is a numerical component and I was wondering what kind of knowledge I should brush up e.g. statistics. Also, if anyone is familiar with any accurate practice available online or any resources, that would also help.

Thank you!

 

[EfficientBag123]

If anyone had imsights on the milbank test, I can share advice for HL (both tests and vi), weil VI, Mayer Brown, Simmons VI + AC, Bird & Bird VI, Akin Telephone Interview, Macfarlanes test + VI!

Which Simmons office did u do the AC at?

 

[lolololol]

What test is the first stage for milbank?

 

[applicant3000]

Which Simmons office did u do the AC at?

London x

 

[spongebob]

Is it normal that I can’t login to my Milbank allhires application again? I wanted to check if i applied spring or summer but it’s not recognising my email even when i try to reset password

 

[iwatchsuits]

Milbank test link woohoo

What is it ❤️

 

[BealMcAlly]

Milbank OA just came through. Is it an SJT?

I seem to remember a post saying something along those lines?

 

[iwatchsuits]

Milbank OA just came through. Is it an SJT?

I seem to remember a post by @ellesaying something along those lines?

I just searched in the thread and it does appear to be an SJT!

Edit: also two written questions, timed - 20 mins each

 

[Prudentia]

Just did the Milbank test and absolutely bombed it. 😭 It was a last minute application, so I'm not too upset. For anyone wondering, it's an SJT followed by two 250 word questions. I was not prepared AT ALL for the application questions, so make sure you do your research before starting the assessment!

 

[iwatchsuits]

Just did the Milbank test and absolutely bombed it. 😭 It was a last minute application, so I'm not too upset. For anyone wondering, it's an SJT followed by two 250 word questions. I was not prepared AT ALL for the application questions, so make sure you do your research before starting the assessment!

Omg bye now I’m scared. I also applied last minute. Are the written questions firm-related??

 

[Prudentia]

What test is the first stage for milbank?

It's a SJT followed by two 250-word application questions.

 

[spamelinazoid]

Just did the Milbank test and absolutely bombed it. 😭 It was a last minute application, so I'm not too upset. For anyone wondering, it's an SJT followed by two 250 word questions. I was not prepared AT ALL for the application questions, so make sure you do your research before starting the assessment!

what were the questions??

 

[Prudentia]

Omg bye now I’m scared. I also applied last minute. Are the written questions firm-related??

Yes, they are. I thought I was going to dodge the application questions, but they snuck them in at the end! 😆 I would have preferred to have answered them in the application as you only have 20 minutes to write the answer. You also can't copy and paste from anywhere else (system doesn't let you), so even if you have a response prepared you have to manually type it out.

 

[spamelinazoid]

Yes, they are. I thought I was going to dodge the application questions, but they snuck them in at the end! 😆 I would have preferred to have answered them in the application as you only have 20 minutes to write the answer. You also can't copy and paste from anywhere else (system doesn't let you), so even if you have a response prepared you have to manually type it out.

that is an awful way to test a candidate at an initial stage, holy hell

 

[Prudentia]

what were the questions??

I'm not sure if I'm allowed to share the specific questions... but as long as you know why you want to apply for Milbank specifically and brush up on your commercial awareness and understand Milbank's work and clients, you'll be fine!

 

[Rads]

AG mentions on their application form that they might not sponsor visas for TCs

 

[iwatchsuits]

Yes, they are. I thought I was going to dodge the application questions, but they snuck them in at the end! 😆 I would have preferred to have answered them in the application as you only have 20 minutes to write the answer. You also can't copy and paste from anywhere else (system doesn't let you), so even if you have a response prepared you have to manually type it out.

Milbank whyyyy😭 I was so happy when I saw no application questions on the form… this is an absolute sneak attack

 

[Prudentia]

that is an awful way to test a candidate at an initial stage, holy hell

It's intense, but I guess it's indicative of the firm's culture. I did enjoy the test though, but I will very surprised if I pass.