TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

[sxw517]

Could be either. Really depends on the firms process and whether they add your WG score to your application and then review it, or whether an application review was done before asking you to do the WG.

Ah I see, thanks

 

[em2211]

was this for the Direct TC or Vac scheme? I was told the same for the vac scheme and I'm still waiting to hear back

Hi, this was for a direct TC - have now heard back, hope you have too!

 

[dagonaggo11]

Hi! I submitted an application for a TC at Hogan Lovells a few weeks ago.. just today received an invitation to complete a Watson Glaser test.

I'm a non-law graduate trying to convert, and what I'm wondering is: do they invite /all/ candidates to do a WG test? Or is that an indicator that I passed some sort of initial screening? If the latter, of course, that would be sort of encouraging for me. I'm new to all of this .

Thanks!

 

[B A]

Hi! I submitted an application for a TC at Hogan Lovells a few weeks ago.. just today received an invitation to complete a Watson Glaser test.

I'm a non-law graduate trying to convert, and what I'm wondering is: do they invite /all/ candidates to do a WG test? Or is that an indicator that I passed some sort of initial screening? If the latter, of course, that would be sort of encouraging for me. I'm new to all of this .

Thanks!

I don't know about the TC process, but for the VS the WG is sent to everyone.

 

[dagonaggo11]

I don't know about the TC process, but for the VS the WG is sent to everyone.

For Hogan Lovells?

 

[B A]

For Hogan Lovells?

Yes

 

[annakat]

For Clifford Chance - one of their application questions is "In no more than 400 words tell us about your extra-curricular activities, positions of responsibility and an achievement of importance which you are most proud of."

I had applied to their SPARK scheme last year where the exact same question was asked (I was unsuccessful in my application, but was amongst those who were invited for a session with GradRec at the start of this application season). Since then I've had developments in extra-curriculars and positions of responsibility, but the achievement I mentioned in the SPARK application continues to be the one I am most proud of. Would it be bad to re-use the same achievement for the last part of this question?

[I remember them mentioning that the applications in each cycle are considered afresh, but I worry that since it's likely to be the same set of people reviewing the application, repeating the answer may come across as lacking initiative, etc.]

 

[BM99]

Hi @Jessica Booker , I just found out that in the work experience section, when I should be writing about Linklaters' open day, I accidentally wrote Freshfields for once in the job description (other than that it is all consistent with Linklaters). Will that cause a significant impact on my application, or should I flag it up?

 

[CorpLawyer00]

after completing the cc WG do you get your percentile or result?

 

[bibss]

after completing the cc WG do you get your percentile or result?

Yes, they’ll email you a link to access your test report.

 

[CorpLawyer00]

Yes, they’ll email you a link to access your test report.

so you get your mark AND percentile?

 

[bibss]

so you get your mark AND percentile?

Percentile

 

[annakat]

no don’t overthink it. if that’s the achievement you are most proud of then go for it. you’ve developed other parts of the question so just ensure the whole answer reads well. they’ve also got two additional questions this year which will be brand new for you.

Makes sense, thank you!

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Hi @Jessica Booker , I just found out that in the work experience section, when I should be writing about Linklaters' open day, I accidentally wrote Freshfields for once in the job description (other than that it is all consistent with Linklaters). Will that cause a significant impact on my application, or should I flag it up?

I don't think there is any benefit in flagging it, unfortunately. How much it is seen as an error is very difficult to predict unfortunately.

 

[Ald]

How long do slaughters take post interview?

also I applied early sept and had my interview today if anyone’s wondering lol

 

[B A]

Anyone received an AC invite or rejection for the Freshfields Spring 2024 TC?

 

[emnlawyer]

Did my VI for Bird & Bird on the 20th of November and still waiting to hear back. Feel like I absolutely butchered it but time will tell.

Hi! What was the VI like? I have just received my invitation.

 

[bibss]

How long do slaughters take post interview?

also I applied early sept and had my interview today if anyone’s wondering lol

I hope you hear good news soon! When did they invite you to interview? I only applied 2 weeks ago, so I'm preparing for a long wait lol

 

[Ald]

I hope you hear good news soon! When did they invite you to interview? I only applied 2 weeks ago, so I'm preparing for a long wait lol

About 3 weeks ago!

 

[AvniD]

For the Clifford Chance (middle east) TC application, I know they say CVs and cover letters will not be reviewed but does anyone know if applicants have to upload academic transcripts and references in the 'additional documents' section? Just not sure what to upload in that section or what is needed...

Hi @MA98, I'm really not sure about this! My best guess is that transcripts should be fine to upload but my instinct tells me that it's best to confirm this from grad rec so that you don't end up uploading anything that isn't necessary.