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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Anyone has a problem in assessing Skadden Open Day form? I submitted my app few days ago, but without answering the question as it didn't appear:
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I noticed they don't ask working rights and visa restrictions too, seems they're all in for anyone.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you! Idk, I was surprised though. Maybe it's like Willkie, though they said it's mostly non-rolling, they will review the majority of applications after the deadline, but if you applied early and you're stand out they will back to you.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Goodwin open day invite! Applied first day of live
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Sounds silly, PFO from Legal Cheek Webinar for STEM students. I had undergrad in Business STEM designated program (BS/BSc), but perhaps they thought my degree title is BBA/BCom/BA🤷🏻‍♀️
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Ask if it held hybrid and they can accommodate virtually, so all wait-list can join?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is it timed or untimed? Are there VIs?
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    Ask Reed Smith Anything! (2025-26)

    Hi @Abbie - Reed Smith, it's great to see you back and answering the same question I referred to in the VS thread. It's genuinely interesting to have a supportive team, hope you all pass with high marks on SQE. I have another question for trainees or the GR team might respond. I've researched...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Yes, it's confirmed by the grad team. Here is the reference to quote: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/ask-paul-weiss-anything-2025-26.9940/post-217642
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I can help to answer the second question. December 2024 isn't that old, it's still relevant to this cycle, especially big law firm like White & Case they ask about the recent deal in the past 2 years on the essay. Same goes to Uni where most instructors told us to cite a recent article im the...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Today's Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair Wrap Up 🎉 • Weil Gotshal & Manges: Apologised that they had technical issues and will open the app later this week with a possible extension • Taylor Wessing: Will share the details for open days a week before the day for those invited last week. • King &...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Definitely! I applied yesterday for their spring vacation scheme, I'd let you know if I progressed to interview with them. Do Sidley always send confirmation twice after we we hit the submit button? I saw manual reply with a CC to the email of the career team, an hour after the automatic...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Wow that's very reassuring. I had not applied yet for the VS, but I'll do it after the open day! I want to get to know them better before submitting my app. Thank you for confirming this, so I can prepare too.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hi @Abbie - Reed Smith Given that my questions were ghosted by HL and W&C confirmed last week that they won't sponsoring visa for VS, I am considering Reed Smith. I saw someone asked about your life at Reed Smith whilst work as SQE intern on the another thread, but you didn't reply. How you...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I think someone highlight the reason why most firms right now focus on grades and require additional tests as a result of the low passing rate of SQEs are obvious Also, what I've seen some firms have shifted the recruitment openings due to market changes as well, for example Getting stronger...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you! White & Case has confirmed they won't sponsor visa for WVS this year, still waiting for Hogan Lovells to respond.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Congratulations, OMG same! Waiting for Cooley & CRS open day invite too
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hey all, I came across this thread: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/firms-that-sponsor-visas-for-international-trainees.6617/post-164157 Is it true that Hogan Lovells & White & Case sponsor VISA last year or cycle? I also figured it out in another thread that they...

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