TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

[an03]

Would you describe Shoosmiths trainee intake as small? Ik its not as small as some firms I’d say its medium but how would you say that in an application?

 

[James Wakefield]

Would you describe Shoosmiths trainee intake as small? Ik its not as small as some firms I’d say its medium but how would you say that in an application?

Goldilocks!

 

[ArthurWeasleyLaw]

Who else has done the Skadden online interview? Any idea when we will hear back?

 

[lelezb1]

I have done so for a few firms this year and have been progressed to the next stages so I would say it is okay.

Thank you!!

 

[strollinthepark]

Does anyone have any insights into Bird & Bird AC? I can share insights into Skadden WE, Interview, W&C ac, Gibson interview, Bristows interview and Reed Smith AC.

 

[nicoledm]

If an application doesn't give a word limit for their questions, what should you aim for?

 

[badmintonflyinginsect]

@Andrei Radu @Abbie Whitlock Hi I haven't heard back from GD at ALL since my application + automatic test. Would you recommend emailing them? I applied 18 Dec.

 

[Jennifer2003]

Does anyone have any insights into Bird & Bird AC? I can share insights into Skadden WE, Interview, W&C ac, Gibson interview, Bristows interview and Reed Smith AC.

I have messaged you privately!

 

[whywhy88]

For anyone (like me) who is still waiting on Mayer Brown:

 

[cooked2000]

When did Sidley respond to people last year ?

 

[kn]

have there been any ACs for HL?

 

[Rosie_Kitten]

I understand that this year there has been an increase in applications to normal, but I think quite a few firms are cutting it tight for VS dates...

 

[TCLAAAA]

If an application doesn't give a word limit for their questions, what should you aim for?

If is a single application question: I think maybe around 400 words?If a cover letter: 1.5 page max.

 

[lawyersum]

what kinds of questions can you prepare to ask at the end of an interview if you don't know who your interviewers will be until the actual thing?

 

[User2640]

what kinds of questions can you prepare to ask at the end of an interview if you don't know who your interviewers will be until the actual thing?

I would like to know this too

 

[8law]

Is it worth it to apply to shoosmiths now? Since they sent out their AC

I dont think they have sent out their ac yet, probably just the post written app tests and also I dont think they are rolling so it is still worth applying!

 

[anon78365222111]

So assume Goodwin PFO?

 

[helenaskelton]

Has anyone heard from Mishcon about ACs yet post SJT

 

[fishy fish]

My score was 23 and I am also yet to hear back. Interesting. Let’s keep hoping!

I got 25 but my spread is 6,9,1,9 so probably a bit cooked haha

 

[LawEnthus]

Has anyone who completed the Simmons SJT on 15 Dec 25 heard back yet for Summer? I saw people on here getting AC spots before I submitted (curse of the rolling deadline) but has anyone who applied closer to the deadline like I did been progressed/PFO-ed?