Hi I started a thread for the WBD application question to discuss itHi !! I would be applying for London - I am just so confused as to what they mean. Would it be say be a local community project ??
Thank you so much!! And congrats!! I got ahold of them today finally and theyre working on it for me 🎉🎉Slaughter and May Summer VS offer!! @gt1465 - I also needed to know earlier and I called them -they were really understanding and let me know ASAP
I think it’s purposefully broad and vague. I read it as a property development or construction/planning project that is or has happened recently. The Battersea Power Station development springs to mind.Hi !! I would be applying for London - I am just so confused as to what they mean. Would it be say be a local community project ??
I remember from last year they had a question about 3D printers in the video interview.Has anyone ever completed a VI with PWC? if yes, do you have any tips for preparation? PWC VI format seems quite different to normal ones..
Glad to hear back from them!!! Did you receive it today? When did you apply?Stephenson Harwood summer vac wg invite 🤞
I cant find my application email which is quite odd but I believe i applied at the end of October!Glad to hear back from them!!! Did you receive it today? When did you apply?
Yes you will get to see other candidates when grad rec is giving out instructions. But there will be no substantial interaction/ group exercise, etc. Prepare examples for the competencies listed on the grad rec website and the typical why simmons, why law. Time is quite tight for both inbox exercise and case study - make sure finish the required tasks on time. Good luck!Hello! Does anyone have any advice or tips on how to prep for the Simmons & Simmons AC? This is my first virtual AC so I was also wondering whether you see / interact with any of the other applicants?
Congratulations! Such an incredible start to your week!!Hi everyone, I've just finished my cycle of applications and excited (and in disbelief) to say that I've been offered two Training Contracts and a vacation scheme this cycle. It's going to be a difficult decision, but one that I never thought I'd have to make.
This was my third cycle, and I was rejected from every firm I applied to last year at the application stage, but I can really say that TCLA was pivotal to my progress this year and I would like to thank every one of you, especially @Jaysen and @Jessica Booker for this platform and for all your help. I could truly never have done it without the materials and support. I'm usually a bit of a lurker in the forum, but I went through it a LOT (perhaps obsessively) and it would often help me calm down before an interview.
To those of you still in the heat of the cycle, I wish you all the best of luck! It's such a stressful process, but you're all such strong people and I believe in you.
P.S. What is the process for uploading interview / application experiences?
I say 2 weeks is not long as I know for other firms people waited 2 months post video interview.been 2 weeks since BM VI still haven't heard back :/
Nah, I'll give Slaughters another crack - I think the key thing with them is to have a very clear and very strong reason to apply there, and to get in early in the cycle.Thanks @Rob93!
Also, are they basically one of those firms that you shouldn’t apply to again if they’ve rejected you previously?
Amazing news! Posts like this really make my day so thank you for taking the time to post and say such lovely words.Hi everyone, I've just finished my cycle of applications and excited (and in disbelief) to say that I've been offered two Training Contracts and a vacation scheme this cycle. It's going to be a difficult decision, but one that I never thought I'd have to make.
This was my third cycle, and I was rejected from every firm I applied to last year at the application stage, but I can really say that TCLA was pivotal to my progress this year and I would like to thank every one of you, especially @Jaysen and @Jessica Booker for this platform and for all your help. I could truly never have done it without the materials and support. I'm usually a bit of a lurker in the forum, but I went through it a LOT (perhaps obsessively) and it would often help me calm down before an interview.
To those of you still in the heat of the cycle, I wish you all the best of luck! It's such a stressful process, but you're all such strong people and I believe in you.
P.S. What is the process for uploading interview / application experiences?
@Lumree love the use of arrows- they're my favourite way to break down and remember the structure of an answer!! 😊I think it’s purposefully broad and vague. I read it as a property development or construction/planning project that is or has happened recently. The Battersea Power Station development springs to mind.
I’d go about it like this: first, have a think about what interests you. This could be anything from your hobbies to particular law firm practice areas you’re interested in. Starting here is important as they want to know why it interests you - this is what helps you stand out from the crowd. ➡️ With an idea of what interests you, see what’s happening in London in connection to that. For example, maybe you’re interested in renewable energy, and there’s a construction project in London designed to install X amount of EV charging points by the end of 2022. ➡️ With an idea in mind, you can now explain why it interests you. Maybe you did a course on renewable energy and liked how it combined new technology and problem solving ➡️ then tie your question into how the firm can assist. I remember WBD has a strong energy sector focus, so there’s lots of knowledge they can support with on a project around clean energy. For example, construction, development, planning advice.
Hope this helps!