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Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2025-26 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)
Hi @deyagakhal I am not Ram but thought I would still share my perspective! From my experience attending vacation schemes and speaking to Graduate Recruitment from various firms, I have noticed that most firms are very open to hiring graduates! Firms really value the breadth of experiences...- trainingcontractapplicant
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Winter, Spring and Summer Vacation Scheme Deadlines 2025-26 (with rolling/non rolling checklist!)
Hi @lawyerladyhopefully Having spoken to Grad Rec from various firms in the past application cycle, I would say that applying just a few weeks (e.g. 2-3 weeks) after an application window has opened (or even in the middle of the application window) will not put you at a disadvantage compared...- trainingcontractapplicant
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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
Hi @CupOfTea17 I also started applying to vacation schemes in my last year of university as a non-law student and mostly had non-legal work experience! I personally believe that any experience, whether legal or non-legal, is really valuable as you can use it to demonstrate relevant...- trainingcontractapplicant
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BBC A-Level Grades, Non Law at RG. First year advice?
Hi @aryashinde I just wanted to say that your proactivity when it comes to applying to first year schemes is very impressive – you are definitely on the right track! I also wanted to emphasise that firms are increasingly less focused on A-levels, so you definitely have a decent chance with...- trainingcontractapplicant
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