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  1. xtinew

    Redirected to Vacation Scheme from Training Contract Application?

    Just applied to large firm's TC without having any VS experience (what was I thinking?!). Even though I got a 95% percentile on the Watson Glaser test for this application and have done law internships outside of the UK, I feel that my lack of VS experience in this particular firm will put me at...
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    Tier 2 Work Visa Sponsorships - Which firms? Insight from international students?

    Hi! I'm currently studying in Scotland on a Tier 4 student visa and I'm looking into applying for training contracts in Scotland (and maybe England). Are there any firms you are aware of that sponsor Tier 2 visas and some that for sure do not (e.g. Shoosmiths). I have received conflicting...

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