TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2024-5

[YS391]

Hi everyone, I was doing the Reed Smith assessment and I came across a glitch after doing 1 'session' of the test, then when I tried to refresh, it was showing one of those videos (which were just random clips) - I skipped the video and noticed that the % went from 80 to 86% and I reached the video interview stage - I'm very worried now if I skipped a whole SJT/verbal/numberial session? Has anyone also experienced this please?

I wouldnt worry about it. When I did the Reed Smith assessmetn and other similar ambjeracks assessments, the % increased after the videos too. Also, im sure the system wont let you submit if you havent done all the sections.

 

[avocadob]

I wouldnt worry about it. When I did the Reed Smith assessmetn and other similar ambjeracks assessments, the % increased after the videos too. Also, im sure the system wont let you submit if you havent done all the sections.

Thank you very much for this 🙏🙏

 

[username10341034]

Is there much point in applying to Slaughter and May if I got A*AC in my A levels? I got 68% in my law undergraduate, so not like it was a high first. Thanks

 

[TortillaTC]

Finished Reed Smith’s SJT and VI and I’m absolutely gutted - got a 1 on Applied Intellect, have NO IDEA how… I got 6,7,7 for the other three, and high-high for verbal and numerical reasoning. Is there ANY way my other scores + VI could offset the 1? I felt like all of my VI questions went really well, I covered every aspect with good structures, but this 1 is painful to see..

Can’t believe that 1+ year of work went into this application with attending law fairs and their Open Day.. only to get the test after thinking it’s almost over and now this.. I worked all day on the tests and now I’m sure I’ll get rejected, haven’t heard of anyone progressing with a 1 in any of the areas..

Oh also RS was my first successful application this whole cycle (out of 20+ firms that flat out rejected me post application) because I’m based outside the UK and did my undergad at a non-UK uni too. I feel like it was my last chance this cycle..

 

[farrow]

Finished Reed Smith’s SJT and VI and I’m absolutely gutted - got a 1 on Applied Intellect, have NO IDEA how… I got 6,7,7 for the other three, and high-high for verbal and numerical reasoning. Is there ANY way my other scores + VI could offset the 1? I felt like all of my VI questions went really well, I covered every aspect with good structures, but this 1 is painful to see..

Can’t believe that 1+ year of work went into this application with attending law fairs and their Open Day.. only to get the test after thinking it’s almost over and now this.. I worked all day on the tests and now I’m sure I’ll get rejected, haven’t heard of anyone progressing with a 1 in any of the areas..

Oh also RS was my first successful application this whole cycle (out of 20+ firms that flat out rejected me post application) because I’m based outside the UK and did my undergad at a non-UK uni too. I feel like it was my last chance this cycle..

That sucks, especially after all the effort. Still, solid VI and strong scores elsewhere might get you through. Fingers crossed.

 

[BillSikes]

Is there much point in applying to Slaughter and May if I got A*AC in my A levels? I got 68% in my law undergraduate, so not like it was a high first. Thanks

You don't need a high first for Slaughters - what you need is a minimum of high 2.1 (which you have).

 

[AlarmedBookkeeper448]

Anyone heard anything from Macfarlanes or RPC or White & Case

I heard back from RPC to take the WG test last week friday

 

[legallady123]

I heard back from RPC to take the WG test last week friday

When did you apply? congrats also!

 

[AlarmedBookkeeper448]

When did you apply? congrats also!

Thank you! Let’s see if I acc pass it 😭

I applied on the 20th April … but they did say we would start hearing back after the deadline so I think they might still be sending invites

 

[jfb]

I've never had to write a cover letter as part of an application before, what would you include if it's alongside the questions: (1) write about your sport and leisure activities, (2) your greatest achievement and (3) your personal or career goals. Would it just ve focused around motivations for applying or also about my skills ect?

 

[confusedbird]

Hi guys,

I am unsure if anyone else has been in the same situation but I thought its worth an ask.
How does one go about explaining that you achieved a first in your undergrad despite the percentage being 69.9 when your actual percentage should be 70.6 but the university scaled down your marks for a module?
(ik its not the best but i did everything I could for this grade while struggling with personal stuff and it feels absolutely shitty tbh given everything but it is what it is)

Any advice would be helpful!

 

[confusedbird]

I've never had to write a cover letter as part of an application before, what would you include if it's alongside the questions: (1) write about your sport and leisure activities, (2) your greatest achievement and (3) your personal or career goals. Would it just ve focused around motivations for applying or also about my skills ect?

I would still touch on the skills part a bit..gives the cover letter a more holistic approach imo and allows you to show why you're a good match for the firm

 

[Indigo1996]

Have you heard back from them post TI?

I had an email on the 27th of June, saying they're sorry that they're taking longer than expected to get back post TI, but that's it. Have you received anything?

 

[jfb]

I would still touch on the skills part a bit..gives the cover letter a more holistic approach imo and allows you to show why you're a good match for the firm

Thank you! I actually just realised they also ask in the form your motivations for being a solicitor and for applying to the firm. So do you think it would still be necessary to do a cover letter... feels a bit like they've asked everything already.

 

[confusedbird]

Thank you! I actually just realised they also ask in the form your motivations for being a solicitor and for applying to the firm. So do you think it would still be necessary to do a cover letter... feels a bit like they've asked everything already.

If its optional and you feel like you covered everything elsewhere I would skip it but if you feel like you can add something then I think a cover letter could only help

 

[lawelmo]

I had an email on the 27th of June, saying they're sorry that they're longer than expected to get back post TI, but that's it. Have you received anything?

Exactly the same! The ACs are supposed to be 9th/17th

 

[Indigo1996]

Exactly the same! The ACs are supposed to be 9th/17th

I mean, I wouldn't take it as a rejection yet, as the second AC is far away enough that they could still be sending successful applicants emails. I just received an AC invite from TLT yesterday, and that AC is on the 15th. So fingers crossed 🤞

 

[InterestInPublicLaw]

When did you apply? congrats also!

Hey! I applied on the deadline, when did you apply?

 

[Equity'sDarling]

Morgan Lewis screening call invite.

 

[jfb]

Hey! I applied on the deadline, when did you apply?

Same and I haven't heard anything yet.