TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[Z48]

Is there any point in applying to Morgan, Lewis & Bockius if I have multiple 2:2 grades in year 1 and 2? I do have mitigating circumstances and consistently received 1sts in year 3 and 4, and graduated with a 1st. Everything online indicates they really focus on grades and the deadline is tonight - unsure whether to spend my day doing the application in case my first and second year grades will result in automatic rejection. Would appreciate any advice @Andrei Radu @Amma Usman

I applied with a few 2:2 grades in first and second year + mitigating circumstances and got through to the telephone interview for the VS a couple years ago (my average was a 2:1 when I applied). I would say go for it, especially with your 1st overall!

 

[Amma Usman]

Is there any point in applying to Morgan, Lewis & Bockius if I have multiple 2:2 grades in year 1 and 2? I do have mitigating circumstances and consistently received 1sts in year 3 and 4, and graduated with a 1st. Everything online indicates they really focus on grades and the deadline is tonight - unsure whether to spend my day doing the application in case my first and second year grades will result in automatic rejection. Would appreciate any advice @Andrei Radu @Amma Usman

You have a First overall which is great. The fact that you got a few 2:2‘s does not really matter in my opinion, especially since your overall degree classification is at the top of the scale. Additionally, firms will take mitigating circumstances into account, so nothing to worry about at all in my opinion. Apply to the opportunity - you never know where it’ll go!

Thank you for your specific insights @Z48 - that’s what this forum is all about - lifting each other up and sharing experiences!

 

[legallady123]

I applied with a few 2:2 grades in first and second year + mitigating circumstances and got through to the telephone interview for the VS a couple years ago (my average was a 2:1 when I applied). I would say go for it, especially with your 1st overall!

Thank you so much 😊 that’s really helpful to know!

 

[legallady123]

You have a First overall which is great. The fact that you got a few 2:2‘s does not really matter in my opinion, especially since your overall degree classification is at the top of the scale. Additionally, firms will take mitigating circumstances into account, so nothing to worry about at all in my opinion. Apply to the opportunity - you never know where it’ll go!

Thank you for your specific insights @Z48 - that’s what this forum is all about - lifting each other up and sharing experiences!

Thank you so much Amma for your quick and helpful response! 😊

 

[Tintin06]

Is there any point in applying to Morgan, Lewis & Bockius if I have multiple 2:2 grades in year 1 and 2? I do have mitigating circumstances and consistently received 1sts in year 3 and 4, and graduated with a 1st. Everything online indicates they really focus on grades and the deadline is tonight - unsure whether to spend my day doing the application in case my first and second year grades will result in automatic rejection. Would appreciate any advice @Andrei Radu @Amma Usman

I got multiple 2.2s in Finals. I still got their telephone interview. This was for the Vac Scheme.

 

[RPA200]

Not yet no. Anyone else?

Yes, just heard back

 

[legal18]

Any tips for how to improve on Amberjack just got my results for Reed Smith... excellent for verbal + numerical intellect but then 4 for grit, applied intellect and digital mindset. 6 for creative force.

 

[legallady123]

I got multiple 2.2s in Finals. I still got their telephone interview. This was for the Vac Scheme.

Thank you for this!

 

[lawelmo]

Anyone heard back from Browne Jacobson post TI? I was told we would hear back w/c 23rd

 

[amrita6399]

Does anyone know how Reed Smith assesses the Feedback report?

And are the SJT and VI evaluated together or separately?

 

[SamiyaJ]

I am prepping for the HFW AC coming up soon and I would love any insights/advice when it comes to shipping/maritime sector please! @Amma Usman @Ram Sabaratnam @Andrei Radu

 

[Amma Usman]

Does anyone know how Reed Smith assesses the Feedback report?

And are the SJT and VI evaluated together or separately?

No problem, I appreciate you saying that! Yes, it's a blended assessment so we consider both elements together.

Hey. I’ve quoted a past post from @ReedSmithBecca which answers this question.

 

[amrita6399]

Thank you!

 

[Amma Usman]

I am prepping for the HFW AC coming up soon and I would love any insights/advice when it comes to shipping/maritime sector please! @Amma Usman @Ram Sabaratnam @Andrei Radu

Hi. Lovely question. Is there anything more specific you want to know about this sector? Is it general details on what it is? The firm’s work there? Or anything else?

 

[SamiyaJ]

Hi. Lovely question. Is there anything more specific you want to know about this sector? Is it general details on what it is? The firm’s work there? Or anything else?

Hi Amma,

I’m more after commercial awareness/recent developments in the sector!

 

[Edisa]

I have the same background as yours. No ties to the UK. I got my first AC ever quite recently so it’s definitely possible.

Congratulations! Same background, hoping for the same soon.

 

[Tintin06]

I wish AP advertised more TBH. Had no idea about their DTC. Went for the VS route instead.

 

[Edisa]

the worst part about this cycle has been getting to 3 ACs but not being able to attend 2 of them because they wouldnt give a virtual alternative to the AC even if I lived in adifferent country :/

Sorry about that, RS. If you don't mind, could you share which these are? TCLA has a list of firms that offer virtual ACs and interviews or have the potential to.

I've been emailing some directly to find out as well. Ashurst so far has confirmed that they do.

 

[Amma Usman]

I wish AP advertised more TBH. Had no idea about their DTC. Went for the VS route instead.

Hey. Just to confirm, is this Arnold & Porter?

 

[Tintin06]

Hey. Just to confirm, is this Arnold & Porter?

Yeah that’s the firm I meant. Still, there’s always next year. It’s hard to apply to everywhere.