TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[abc124]

Does anyone know what a strengths-based style of interview would entail? I have one for Freshfields tomorrow and ngl I’ve got no idea what to expect or how to prepare for this at all lmao.​

If it's anything like the stage 2 test, it's just scenario-based questions

 

[FutureLawyer_]

Hi can anyone provide advice for the Bank of England test? their email doesnt say much lol. tysm.!

Hi, yeah as someone else said, it’s pretty straightforward. Probably the easiest sjt I’ve done so far

 

[jamsparkle]

Anyone hear back from Osborne Clarke AC yet(through 10 K)?

I asked and they said end of this week or middle of next week. Should expect to hear through email and they'll provide feedback on the full application

 

[rulebritannia]

Just got the Eversheds email for AC

 

[radssss]

Just got the Eversheds email for AC

Hi, congratulations!! Which office?

 

[martianmcfly]

Hey guys, I have an AC coming up later this month with Bird & Bird. This is my first recruitment cycle and I have never sat an AC. I am a non-law student from a non RG university therefore I haven't had much exposure to the legal field or city law firms. I am unsure how to prepare for the AC and was wondering if anyone here has any guidance and insight they can share with me.

 

[BealMcAlly]

How is everyone approaching scenario based questions in VIs? I used to use a lived example but then realised I was probably not answering the question. I have changed my strategy this year and just giving an analysis of what I am being asked and what my actions would be in steps. I have no idea if this is successful yet but I'm curious to hear from some of you.

 

[tc2026]

still waiting on DLA ac

 

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[abc124]

How is everyone approaching scenario based questions in VIs? I used to use a lived example but then realised I was probably not answering the question. I have changed my strategy this year and just giving an analysis of what I am being asked and what my actions would be in steps. I have no idea if this is successful yet but I'm curious to hear from some of you.

Reed Smith sent some tips to candidates who were unsuccessful post stage 2 and it seems the best approach is to spend the majority of time explaining how you'd tackle the scenario, but add brief examples to highlight relevant skills/show your experiences to add credibility

 

[abc124]

Can someone who got the Akin test pls share how long it took to hear back post app? I really want to work in restructuring and having bombed the Weil Amberjack I'm getting stressed it's a pfo from akin as well lol

 

[applicant3000]

Does anyone know the rough slaughters interview to vs conversion rates? Is it roughly ac numbers?

It's roughly 4 to 1. Hope this helps!

 

[Afuturetrainee]

Just received Gibson Dunn 1st stage. Applied start of September...

Congratulations

Is it for spring or summer

 

[Afuturetrainee]

Can someone who got the Akin test pls share how long it took to hear back post app? I really want to work in restructuring and having bombed the Weil Amberjack I'm getting stressed it's a pfo from akin as well lol

They take an average of 5 weeks to get back

 

[abc124]

They take an average of 5 weeks to get back

Oh wow okay that's a long time, but also really reassuring, thanks a lot!

 

[Harvey Specter - Presiding Partner]

Can someone who got the Akin test pls share how long it took to hear back post app? I really want to work in restructuring and having bombed the Weil Amberjack I'm getting stressed it's a pfo from akin as well lol

It took c3 weeks for me. I applied mid Dec and got the test on Monday. Idk if Xmas and NY meant it took longer than usual though. I’m also a fiend for restructuring so hoping Akin or Weil work out!​

 

[Bree]

Heya, checking again if anyone can help with HL Stage 2 insights!! Happy to help with other firms, thank you so much!!

 

[StressedByAMountainOfBooks]

Gibson Dunn PFO after Stage 1 - done the interview 30th Dec. Hope that helps people with there timeline!

 

[jamsparkle]

Freshfields Summer VS AC

 

[aria_d]

Heya, checking again if anyone can help with HL Stage 2 insights!! Happy to help with other firms, thank you so much!!

Hi, do you hvae Goodwin VI insights? Happy to share HL!