TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2026-27

[alanshore]

So if DLA CRS is automatic, do they screen after CRS?

 

[Holiday7]

May I ask whether the Freshfields pfo was post stage 1 or 2?

Regarding SJTs, I'm a bit lost on them also.

Stage 1, bit demoralising but first pfo of the cycle had to come at some point. Better to get it over with early.

 

[aja262]

Hello,
Really lost on how to structure a CV for something like a vacation scheme (this is for Cleary's winter VS). I know what a 'normal' CV with bullet points and headings looks like, but more unsure on if I need to include secondary/A-level grades, how many pages it should be, if I should be listing awards from age 16-18 when I've already graduated university, etc.

Thanks!

 

[Inquisitive]

Stage 1, bit demoralising but first pfo of the cycle had to come at some point. Better to get it over with early.

Agreed. I already have HSFK & DLA pfos. Simply makes us more resilient

 

[Henrik]

has anyone heard back from winston taylor for the open day?

Yes I heard back today

 

[lauramw36]

Reed Smith online assessment just came through!

 

[MZJxLadha]

RS tests received

 

[QuillandCounsel]

RS test!

 

[Jaysen]

RS tests received

RS test!

Reed Smith online assessment just came through!

Good luck!

 

[aspiringsolicitor2027]

Sorry I just did the AS commercial awareness preliminary round and can I just say that I’m in shock I THOUGHT I HAD GOOD COMMERCIAL AWARENESS.

You deserve a TC just for the energy you bring on here daily. I love it!!! About to do mine later today ahaha. If there is anything I learnt from last year, its to wait as long as possible for anything ASCAC related

 

[jojo23]

RS test!

When did you apply?
Have a sneaking suspicion im gonna get a pfo

 

[QuillandCounsel]

When did you apply?
Have a sneaking suspicion im gonna get a pfo

14th of sept I believe

 

[jojo23]

14th of sept I believe

I submitted mine on the 15th
My stress is reaching nova level

 

[Amz2006]

paul weiss winter vac updates anyone?

 

[MZJxLadha]

I submitted mine on the 15th
My stress is reaching nova level

I was under the impression that it was auto, based on eligibility, so I think you’ll get it? At least, that’s what it was last year?

 

[Unknowncabbage]

Is talking about a deal from 2025 too long ago in a why this firm question?

 

[qweasd27]

Hi!

I did the interview and got invited to the AC - do you have any tips?

How quick after your interview did you hear back?

 

[Lawstoodent]

I did it on Friday heard back Monday

 

[jamsparkle]

Does anyone know what Kirkland means by 'applying speculatively'?

Speculative applications are where you submit your cv and they keep it on file for if a position opens up that you'd be suited for - i think this is for people who are thinking of lateraling but don't see an opening and not relevant for grad rec

 

[alanshore]

Speculative applications are where you submit your cv and they keep it on file for if a position opens up that you'd be suited for - i think this is for people who are thinking of lateraling but don't see an opening and not relevant for grad rec

Then why do they have it on the grad rec page? confusing asf