Thank you so much, I have DM'dI can DM you, I did the spring one.
Thank you so much, I have DM'dI can DM you, I did the spring one.
They don’t necessarily reimburse them where you are being paid.Do law firms typically reimburse travel expenses during VS?
heard back today. Interview invite!Has anyone heard from Harbottle & Lewis?
or Aspiring Solicitors if you applied that way
Can I ask which stage you are referring to?Anyone still waiting to hear from BCLP?
Hi @Jessica Booker, in extension to their question, I was wondering if they will really check/if there's an issue with lying about what firms you've applied to?It isn’t a trick question. They are just genuinely interested in finding out who else you are applying to and how this may weigh up against how interested you are in them.
They haven’t got any ability to check unless you give your permission to contact firms. Even if you did this, firms haven’t got any capacity to either check with other firms or start giving out these details when other firms request it.Hi @Jessica Booker, in extension to their question, I was wondering if they will really check/if there's an issue with lying about what firms you've applied to?
I know they are looking for whether the other firms align with this firm and similarities to demonstrate there was some sort of strategy. But what if I've been applying to firms for different reasons..? Is it ok to pull a white lie and say I've applied to XYZ similar firms when I actually haven't?
Thanks so much for your advice on how to approach it. Luckily I do aim to apply to firms that have a common theme - I guess I could just omit the few that don't fit into my rationale.They haven’t got any ability to check unless you give your permission to contact firms. Even if you did this, firms haven’t got any capacity to either check with other firms or start giving out these details when other firms request it.
You are going into a profession where integrity is everything so I am someone who believes lying isn’t a good idea. It can also trip you up massively - trust me I have seen it happen!
Instead of lying just be tactical about what you say. For instance, “I am considering applying to Joe Bloggs LLP” is very different to “I have applied to Joe Bloggs LLP” when you haven’t.
They aren’t looking for alignment to that firm though - this is a common mistake many people assume. They are looking for you to provide rationale as to why you are considering these types of firms. I have heard exceptionally strong answers where the alignment was very limited, but well explained through rationale as to why the individual is considering varied firms.
Therefore explain your rationale. I suspect there are some common reasons/themes why you have applied to both firms - even if it just comes down to you have enjoyed meeting people from them.
You absolutely can do this. I'd also add that you don't owe anyone detailed insight about your rationale and application strategy. You can give as much or as little as you like, as long as you give something that helps interviewers contextualise your application and your motivations for choosing the firm.Thanks so much for your advice on how to approach it. Luckily I do aim to apply to firms that have a common theme - I guess I could just omit the few that don't fit into my rationale.
Amazing news - congratulations!! You'll be joining a great firm.I actually cannot believe I’m saying it but I received an offer yesterday from BCLP for a training contract, which I have now accepted, following my vacation scheme last week!!
This forum has helped me so much so if anyone needs help, by all means get in touch!
Congrats, Isaac—well deserved! 🥳I actually cannot believe I’m saying it but I received an offer yesterday from BCLP for a training contract, which I have now accepted, following my vacation scheme last week!!
This forum has helped me so much so if anyone needs help, by all means get in touch!
Well doneI actually cannot believe I’m saying it but I received an offer yesterday from BCLP for a training contract, which I have now accepted, following my vacation scheme last week!!
This forum has helped me so much so if anyone needs help, by all means get in touch!