I don’t think they have a direct process, I know you can select that on the form but think it has to be in combination with a VS application. Their page says “To secure a training contract you should first apply for our vacation scheme”, but maybe email to confirm?
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Does anyone know if Brown Rudnick's application is rolling or non-rolling?
Hey everyone, one of the questions on hogan lovells app is "Tell us about any experiences outside of your work and study that have allowed you to develop skills that are relevant to this role"
So I take it from this I should not be speaking about anything in my part time roles, or in my education. But are vacation schemes fair to speak about? What about extra curricular roles within uni like committee positions?
Thanks!
So I take it from this I should not be speaking about anything in my part time roles, or in my education. But are vacation schemes fair to speak about? What about extra curricular roles within uni like committee positions?
Thanks!
Hi @efm99 !
I couldn't find anything online that specifically states whether Brown Rudnick's application is rolling or non-rolling. Since there are fixed dates for the interview period and offers, this suggests to me that it is non-rolling process. However, if you'd like to double check, it might be worth emailing graduate recruitment to confirm!
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Hi! I think for this question they’re really asking you to move away from the obvious (part-time jobs, formal work experience, or academics) and instead highlight things like volunteering, extra-curriculars, committee positions, sports, creative projects, or other personal initiatives. These are great because they let you show transferable skills like leadership, teamwork, communication, resilience, or problem-solving in a different context.
Vacation schemes wouldn’t be suitable here since they’re classed as legal work experience, but something like a uni society committee role, volunteering project, or even long-term hobbies that required dedication would fit perfectly.
wait they did? what's the question this year? (if you don't mind me asking ofc)CC changed their app system and question, made mistake to write their classical 500 word Q last year
In no more than 1440 characters, including spaces (this is approx. 200 words), what are your motivations for applying to Clifford Chance
In no more than 1440 characters including spaces (this is approx. 200 words), tell us how the skills and attributes you have developed to date will help you excel as a Clifford Chance lawyer.
In no more than 1440 characters including spaces (this is approx. 200 words), tell us about your extra-curricular activities and positions of responsibility or an achievement of importance which you are most proud of
Hi @ZNadeem, how many extracurriculars would you recommend mentioning? Would 4 be too much for 250 words or should I stick to three?
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Hi! I would actually suggest sticking to 2 — that way you can go into depth and really draw out the skills, rather than spreading yourself too thin. 3 can work if they’re tightly written, but 4 in 250 words would almost definitely sacrifice depth for breadth.
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Since the question specifically asks about experiences outside of work and study, I’d avoid talking about part-time jobs, internships, vacation schemes or academic projects - these will be more relevant elsewhere in your application.
Extra-curricular roles within uni - such as being on a society committee, volunteering, running events, or any leadership roles - are definitely fair to include. Whilst they are connected to your uni, they are not part of your formal study or paid employment, so they would fit with what the question is asking for.
For example:
- Being treasurer or president of a society could show leadership, organisation, and teamwork.
- Volunteering (legal or non-legal) might show empathy, communication, and resilience.
- Organising events or working in a student ambassador role could highlight time management, responsibility, or public speaking.
I would also make sure to tie your example(s) back to specific skills relevant to a trainee solicitor, like attention to detail, working under pressure, collaboration, or adaptability. This shows that you understand what skills are relevant to the role.
Hope that helps!
I'm planning to apply to a firm's DTC and I had made a successful application to them in 2023 and progressed to their VI stage, after which I got rejected. Since my motivations for applying for the role haven't changed much (it's a cover letter), how much of the same content can I use or do I need to do a new draft altogether?
Hello!
If your motivations for applying haven't changed much, it's absolutely fine to keep some of the same core content from your previous application - especially if it clearly sets out why the firm appeals to you and why you'd be a good fit. They key is to make sure that the new application isn't a copy-and-paste of the previous one.
I'd suggest:
- Reviewing your old draft and asking yourself what worked well (since it got you to VI, a lot of it clearly did!)
- Updating anything that might feel dated (e.g. firm news, deals or recent initiatives that you can reference)
- Showing progression since your last application (e.g. new experiences, skills, or insights you've gained)
That way you're not starting completely from scratch and having to come up with new motivations (which would likely make your application seem less authentic), but you're still presenting a fresh application that reflects where you are now!
Best of luck with your application - if you have any other questions, let us know!
Thank you! This makes sense, I will review my application accordingly.Hello!
If your motivations for applying haven't changed much, it's absolutely fine to keep some of the same core content from your previous application - especially if it clearly sets out why the firm appeals to you and why you'd be a good fit. They key is to make sure that the new application isn't a copy-and-paste of the previous one.
I'd suggest:
- Reviewing your old draft and asking yourself what worked well (since it got you to VI, a lot of it clearly did!)
- Updating anything that might feel dated (e.g. firm news, deals or recent initiatives that you can reference)
- Showing progression since your last application (e.g. new experiences, skills, or insights you've gained)
That way you're not starting completely from scratch and having to come up with new motivations (which would likely make your application seem less authentic), but you're still presenting a fresh application that reflects where you are now!
Best of luck with your application - if you have any other questions, let us know!
Hello,
I was wondering what this question means specifically: In no more than 1440 characters including spaces (this is approx.. 200 words), tell us about your extra-curricular activities and positions of responsibility or an achievement of importance which you are most proud of.
Does it mean that I need to divide my answer into either extra-curricular activities and positions of responsibility against an achievement of importance, or can I for example, mention extra-curricular activities with an achievement of importance. I aplogise if this doesn't make sense, I'm just a bit confused on the wording of and/or. Also, do I need to mention all 3 points of the question?
Thank you
I was wondering what this question means specifically: In no more than 1440 characters including spaces (this is approx.. 200 words), tell us about your extra-curricular activities and positions of responsibility or an achievement of importance which you are most proud of.
Does it mean that I need to divide my answer into either extra-curricular activities and positions of responsibility against an achievement of importance, or can I for example, mention extra-curricular activities with an achievement of importance. I aplogise if this doesn't make sense, I'm just a bit confused on the wording of and/or. Also, do I need to mention all 3 points of the question?
Thank you
Hey!
Don't worry, your question makes perfect sense. The wording of some application questions can definitely be a bit confusing. The "or" here means that you don't have to cover everything - you can either talk about your extra-curricular activities and positions of responsibility, or focus on an achievement of importance.
If your extra-curricular activities naturally include an achievement you're proud of (e.g. you were the captain of a society and led the team to a competition win), you can absolutely include this in your answer. The key is to pick whichever example best highlights the qualities that you think are important for whichever firm you are applying for.
For example, in a previous application that I submitted which had a similar question, I chose to discuss an achievement of importance that I was most proud of. This could be an experience that was outside of your comfort zone, receiving a scholarship, overcoming a challenging module, learning a new skill etc. If discussing this, you don't have to also discuss extra-curricular activities and positions of responsibility.
As the word count is quite tight, it's usually stronger to go into detail on one or two really good examples rather than trying to mention a lot of things briefly.
I hope that helps, and best of luck with the application!
Hello! I am, thank you - I hope you are too!Hi guys! Hope you're all having a lovely Saturday!
Out of curiosity, are there any firms that don't require you to state a module breakdown? For example, do any firms get you to only input your overall classification, but not your grades for each module?
Thank you!
I believe that most city law firms will request a breakdown of individual modules as part of their application. However, it's unlikely that a few lower module grades will determine whether your application progresses. In most cases, firms focus on your overall degree classification rather than expecting all grades to be 2:1 or above!
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