General Discussion Thread 2020-21

[Amrik Bains]

If you don't mind me asking, how long is the time gap between the email invite and actual AC? Just curious how much time candidates have to prepare. Thanks!

I applied for a direct TC - after the application there are 2 interview rounds and no AC. I don't believe there is an AC for the vacation scheme either. The email said the interview should be in around 2-4 weeks.

 

[Frank]

A&O?

 

[Deleted member 5185]

I applied for a direct TC - after the application there are 2 interview rounds and no AC. I don't believe there is an AC for the vacation scheme either. The email said the interview should be in around 2-4 weeks.

I was told I would hear an outcome in the next couple of weeks so I’m assuming mine is a rejection, best of luck and thank you for the info!

 

[Brandon93]

I applied for a direct TC - after the application there are 2 interview rounds and no AC. I don't believe there is an AC for the vacation scheme either. The email said the interview should be in around 2-4 weeks.

Thank you.

 

[J123]

For the A&O 2022 TC app, does anyone have any idea if this app was only opened this year to fill in spaces for people who dropped out of that cycle? If so, how many spaces are actually still available for 2022?

 

[dosblancos7]

For the A&O 2022 TC app, does anyone have any idea if this app was only opened this year to fill in spaces for people who dropped out of that cycle? If so, how many spaces are actually still available for 2022?

I'm curious about this actually. I feel like only grad rec knows this, and the rest is speculation.

I know people who applied for the VS, and were given a place on the TC interview though, so maybe there are more TC spaces than anticipated(this was before covid, but this years cycle!)

 

[OB]

I'm curious about this actually. I feel like only grad rec knows this, and the rest is speculation.

I know people who applied for the VS, and were given a place on the TC interview though, so maybe there are more TC spaces than anticipated(this was before covid, but this years cycle!)

I'm also curious as the deadline was the 31st August and then got extended to the 20th September after I saw my rejection!

 

[SportsThoughts]

Crowell & Moring rejection if anyone applied!

 

[dosblancos7]

I'm also curious as the deadline was the 31st August and then got extended to the 20th September after I saw my rejection!

Oh wow! I see, when I applied(23 Aug), it was also to 31 Aug, hence why I sent in an app quickly(thankfully it was quite short ). This does give me hope, as I feel like they haven't replied to people with AC's (from what I know) as they are weighing up the numbers, and maybe there are more TC places.. fingers crossed.

Thanks for letting me know!Guess I can only speculate

Good luck with your apps

 

[OB]

Oh wow! I see, when I applied(23 Aug), it was also to 31 Aug, hence why I sent in an app quickly(thankfully it was quite short ). This does give me hope, as I feel like they haven't replied to people with AC's (from what I know) as they are weighing up the numbers, and maybe there are more TC places.. fingers crossed.

Thanks for letting me know!Guess I can only speculate

Good luck with your apps

I would assume they should have more than a negligible amount of spots firstly for advertising for it and then extending the deadline to ensure they have a good amount to interview I guess! Thank you and good luck!

 

[Sabotage]

Hi guys, anyone who did a final interview for TC at Ashurst?

I had mine a few days ago and was wondering if anyone has received any feedback yet?

 

[h2020]

For Slaughter and May's CV, should the work experience section be in paragraphs or bullet points?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

For Slaughter and May's CV, should the work experience section be in paragraphs or bullet points?

bullet points

 

[Alice G]

Really loved the newsletter from yesterday so thought I would share my small piece for anyone that needs abit of motivation in general for the new cycle!

Just over a month ago I was offered a TC with my dream silver circle firm which was my last application out last cycle (I honestly couldn’t have been more thankful and grateful). 3 mins before my final interview I received a rejection call from another firm I had done a ‘online vac scheme’ with and burst into tears (slightly because I wished I hadn’t answered the call). I’m 23 and those were my last two apps I had out last cycle so that call really convinced me a TC probably wasn’t going to happen for me.

Fast forward to now I’ll be starting the LPC with a LLM next Monday (as they put me in a earlier cohort) and I promise you a month ago I would have never have guessed when I started my final round interview with literal tears in my eyes that this is how I would be starting September. So just wanted to say you’ll be surprised how quickly life can switch for you and I commend everyone that is able to tell their story in the most motivational way because for me getting a TC was one of the toughest and testing processes but if you were looking for a sign not to give up this is it, everything will happen for you and I hope you don’t give up on yourself!

Wishing you all the best for this app season

Tyler

Sorry this is coming in late @tylergab but congratulations!! I feel the exact same about how quickly your luck can change!! I’m so happy for you and what amazing news!!

 

[CallumJR]

I am struggling with the following application question: "How is the legal landscape changing and what are the challenges facing Ashurst?"
What is meant by "legal landscape"? Do I have to talk about the introduction of new laws / changes in the legislation or more general changes in the legal sector such as technology, AI, WFH...?

 

[Alice G]

I am struggling with the following application question: "How is the legal landscape changing and what are the challenges facing Ashurst?"
What is meant by "legal landscape"? Do I have to talk about the introduction of new laws / changes in the legislation or more general changes in the legal sector such as technology, AI, WFH...?

Legal landscape can be interpreted quite broadly I think and I’d be inclined to look at trends that are currently changing and shaping the legal sector. Looking at tech and WFH would certainly be valid approaches but remember to tailor it well to the firm and don’t be too abstract, vague or broad in what you choose to discuss. Try to pick a topic and ensure it’s analytical and insightful

 

[cryingoverTCs]

I'm a bit confused about Hogan Lovells' A level requirements as I cannot find anything on their website, but on some other websites, like Chambers Student, it says AAA - does anyone know what their academic requirements are?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

I'm a bit confused about Hogan Lovells' A level requirements as I cannot find anything on their website, but on some other websites, like Chambers Student, it says AAA - does anyone know what their academic requirements are?

They use a contextualised recruitment system so highly unlikely to have an AAA minimum requirement (otherwise there is little to no point of having the system).

 

[Legallygrace]

Still waiting on BLM TC (I did secure a vacation scheme with them this year for their Birmingham office but obviously this didn’t go ahead but I’m hoping they’ll like me enough - although their team told me recruitment could be on hold till the end of the year so I’m not holding my breath..), Trowers & Hamlins TC, Higgs & Sons TC and also Bevan Brittan but they have been incredibly quiet throughout the process...

 

[dosblancos7]

I'm also curious as the deadline was the 31st August and then got extended to the 20th September after I saw my rejection!

Also, can I ask when A&O rejected you, did they e-mail you? Someone from TSR told me they found out through the dashboard(I've asked if they heard back through e-mail as well and did not get a response yet).

Just checked my dash board and it still says under review , on the same day I submitted(and did my SJT!)- so was wondering if their response type is uniform

Thank you!