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  1. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    It was an SJT with 2 written questions
  2. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    So it goes in the PFO pile for me🥲
  3. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I did my Milbank first assessment on 6th Dec and haven't heard anything since. Should I assume a PFO or has noone heard from them post-6th Dec after the first test?
  4. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Hello! Permanent right to work essentially means that you wouldn't need a visa because you are a citizen, hold an ILR, have a settled status or come from a country that doesn't need a visa to work in the UK. But if you need a visa sponsorship in the future based on your passport or hold a time...
  5. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    No nothing yet. I think someone on the forum mentioned that they heard after 8 days. If I don't hear anything from them by this coming Friday, I'm moving it to my PFO list.
  6. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Has anyone heard anything from Gowling?
  7. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is there a point in doing the Kirkland app as I read some have received VIs? I thought K&E was non-rolling🙈
  8. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you very much! This was really helpful. Do you reckon I can talk about a trend? I was thinking about the recent UK Listing Rules or the move towards assessing ESG in M&A transactions, something along these lines. I am still researching, but would love to get your insights too. @Abbie...
  9. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    @Abbie Whitlock @Andrei Radu @Jaysen Hello All! I received a written exercise from a Boutique Law firm based in London. The question is "If you could change the law which one would you choose and why?" I am aware that it's to test the candidates commercial awareness, however, I wanted to...
  10. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is Willkie rolling basis and does it have a VI with the application form?
  11. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    It mentioned in their application acknowledgement email that we'll hear from them after 12th December.
  12. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    How long does it take Milbank to get back to candidates after the first stage for the 2nd stage assessment?
  13. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    With the SQE route, you can get SQE by being a Paralegal too to be fair, so don't worry so much.
  14. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Is it still worth applying to Reed Smith? Considering they have already sent out ACs.
  15. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    I second this honestly, it's frustrating to see those rejections come in. And I know so many people who haven't done half the things that I have on my CV progress and end up with Paralegal roles and TC.
  16. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Any idea if A&O is going to send more invites or ask decisions have been made? As I've applied for the 2028 intake.
  17. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Mine still says applied and I applied for 2028, and didn't check my status until today.
  18. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Thank you!! The WG is the 2nd test?
  19. WeGotThis!

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

    Milbank first assessment! Not sure if it's automatic, any tips will be helpful

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