2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

[Asil Ahmad]

I think they do review them in the order they come in but the other user is right in saying they review after the deadline I think

In the email they said we will hear back in March. But I guess the other user is right sorry.

 

[tractor12]

In the email they said we will hear back in March. But I guess the other user is right sorry.

No, BM is rolling basis. All of this is confirmed in the email that they send you after you have submitted your application!!!!

I think they do review them in the order they come in but the other user is right in saying they review after the deadline I think

I spoke to one of their recruiters yesterday. They are semi-rolling, they will progress and reject before the deadline but will review all the applications before inviting anyone to AC so you can apply just before the deadline. Hope that helps

 

[E.A]

I spoke to one of their recruiters yesterday. They are semi-rolling, they will progress and reject before the deadline but will review all the applications before inviting anyone to AC so you can apply just before the deadline. Hope that helps

Yeah, I applied 2 hours before the deadline last year and go through to the interview stage..

 

[panzerfahrer]

Hill Dickinson WG invite... had given up hope! I guess the timeline on their website for stages isnt strict!

 

[TCsvp]

Has anyone else not heard back from Freshfields?

 

[John Travoni]

Has anyone completed the Kennedy’s VI yet??

 

[M0723]

Anyone knows whether Kirkland & Ellis Direct TC is rolling or no?

 

[northernlawstud]

Just received online tests for Hill Dickinson and WBD, not sure if they send it to everyone but it's not a rejection so I'm happy!

 

[Legal_rawn]

Anyone knows whether Kirkland & Ellis Direct TC is rolling or no?

Is it open yet?

 

[Amy_22]

Just received online tests for Hill Dickinson and WBD, not sure if they send it to everyone but it's not a rejection so I'm happy!

WBD tests are sent to everyone. I'm sitting mine on Saturday, good luck with yours!

 

[FlapJack3000]

Did anyone that applied to Dentons Direct TC receive a WG test link yet?

 

[John Travoni]

Had anyone applied for any SQE training programmes such as the one in Kennedy’s or Weightmans?

 

[Oroma]

Had anyone applied for any SQE training programmes such as the one in Kennedy’s or Weightmans?

I did for Kennedys but the programme got cancelled in my preferred team and I was offered a consideration for TC instead.

 

[hz1997]

In need of some advice. I have a spring vac scheme with a firm I love (and potentially another depending on the outcome of a recent AC) but am still hoping to make some direct TC apps. Does it make sense to apply for direct TCs before my scheme in April, or should I wait to apply depending on whether I convert the scheme or not (really hoping to do so but you never know). My worry is that if I wait I’m at a disadvantage with rolling apps, but if I don’t wait the only vac scheme experience I can report on my apps is upcoming stuff (the spring scheme will be my first).

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

In need of some advice. I have a spring vac scheme with a firm I love (and potentially another depending on the outcome of a recent AC) but am still hoping to make some direct TC apps. Does it make sense to apply for direct TCs before my scheme in April, or should I wait to apply depending on whether I convert the scheme or not (really hoping to do so but you never know). My worry is that if I wait I’m at a disadvantage with rolling apps, but if I don’t wait the only vac scheme experience I can report on my apps is upcoming stuff (the spring scheme will be my first).

Most people won’t be applying until they have their summer results, you could easily wait until your scheme is complete, even if the firm is rolling recruitment.

 

[John Travoni]

I did for Kennedys but the programme got cancelled in my preferred team and I was offered a consideration for TC instead.

What team did you originally apply for that became cancelled? And did you apply for the London office or somewhere else ??

 

[hz1997]

Most people won’t be applying until they have their summer results, you could easily wait until your scheme is complete, even if the firm is rolling recruitment.

Thanks for responding! That makes sense. I was inclined towards waiting. I’ll only really apply to other firms directly if I’m unable to convert my scheme, in which case do you think other firms might ask about/take issue with my inability to convert the vac scheme?

 

[TCLA Community Assistant]

Thanks for responding! That makes sense. I was inclined towards waiting. I’ll only really apply to other firms directly if I’m unable to convert my scheme, in which case do you think other firms might ask about/take issue with my inability to convert the vac scheme?

No not necessarily. Unless they specifically ask you the question as to whether you have converted to a TC or not, it would be a bit presumptuous for them to assume that was the case anyway.

 

[hz1997]

No not necessarily. Unless they specifically ask you the question as to whether you have converted to a TC or not, it would be a bit presumptuous for them to assume that was the case anyway.

True. Thanks so much for your help!

 

[WRM19]

Hey guys! Just got the BCLP test invite for a direct TC - I wondered if anyone had completed it/had any prep advice? Thanks in advance